US TOURIST VISA! HELP PLEASE

[krissymc 0]

Hello! I am a filipina engaged to a US citizen. We are planning to have our wedding here this July 2013 And we will be living here in the Philippines. My question is can I apply for a US tourist visa? And travel together. Any advice? Thank you so much!

K

[krissymc 0]

Hello! I am a filipina engaged to a US citizen. We are planning to have our wedding here this July 2013 And we will be living here in the Philippines. My question is can I apply for a US tourist visa? And travel together. Any advice? Salamat po!

[Bob & Joana 2]

Hello! I am a filipina engaged to a US citizen. We are planning to have our wedding here this July 2013 And we will be living here in the Philippines. My question is can I apply for a US tourist visa? And travel together. Any advice? Salamat po!

Will be VERY difficult to obtain, especially because you plan to marry a US citizen. You have to prove to the CO that you(by yourself) have a significant reason to return to the philippines after your vacation. If you dont own significant property/house, cars, a business and/or have a high-paying job then your chances of getting the tourist visa is VERY low. It also counts AGAINST you to have the USC fiancee/husband because that increases the chance you will overstay in US. If you feel you have a compelling case, try applying if you dont have any of the previous listed things save your application money and process K-3 visa after the marriage.

Edited April 16, 2013 by Bob & Joana

[Penguin_ie 5,996]

You can, but it will be difficult, unless the US citizen has strong ties to the Philipines already, as they will suspect you using the tourist visa to come to the USA and stay.

[krissymc 0]

Ay ganun? grabe naman Thank you so much for replying at least may idea na ako. Forget getting a US Visa nalang. I will just enjoy our Australia trip

K

[ljmp_10 105]

Anyone can apply for a tourist visa. :-)

The only concern is since you are engaged to a US Citizen, the Embassy might/more likely suggest you to just have petitioned by your bf.

If you are decided to apply for a tourist visa, kindly refer to this:

How to Apply

To apply, please check the Nonimmigrant Visa Application Procedures page. In addition to the basic documentary requirements, as specified on the application procedures Step 2, the interviewing officer may request the following documentation:

1. Evidence of ties and financial status of the applicant, or the applicant’s parents, if minor, in the Philippines.

2. If the purpose of the travel is for:

Business – a letter from the U.S. organization indicating the purpose of the trip, the intended length of stay, and the firm’s intent to defray costs, if applicable. Applicants traveling on business for a Philippine-based employer should present a letter from the employer outlining the travel and business plans, including dates of travel.

Pleasure – documents concerning purpose and length of the trip and ability to cover the costs of the trip.

Personal/domestic employee – please refer to the Traveling with Personal/Domestic Employees page for more information.

Medical Cases such as Treatment or Donation of Organ, Bone Marrow, etc. – please refer to the Medical Cases page for more information.

Emergency Cases such as:

Visiting an Ailing Family Member – an up-to-date statement from a U.S. physician indicating the condition of the patient, including contact information so that, if necessary, the consul may contact the physician.

Attending a Funeral – provide a death certificate or other documentation of the family member's death.

3. Proof of travel medical insurance for applicants who might be at risk of requiring medical care while in the United States

Notes:

In certain cases, additional documents may be requested.

All documents must be originals. Photocopies will not be accepted, unless specified. The applicant must submit these documents to the interviewing consular officer during the interview. The Nonimmigrant Visa Unit does not accept documents before the interview. Any documents received will not bereturned and will be destroyed. Please note, however, that presentation of the documents will not guarantee visa issuance. Applicants must still qualify under INA Section 214(b).

The following documents are not considered helpful:

In general, affidavits of financial support will be of little value to an applicant (exception: a student visa application must have an affidavit of financial support). The affidavit of support is a requirement only for immigrant visas. The interviewing officer is less concerned about how the applicant will be supported during his/her stay in the United States than in whether s/he has reasons to return home.

Letters of invitation (except for business travel).

Purchase of airline ticket. This should not be made until a visa has been issued and the applicant is in receipt of the passport with the visa in it.

http://manila.usembassy.gov/mobile/wwwhniv7.html

[krissymc 0]

Will be VERY difficult to obtain, especially because you plan to marry a US citizen. You have to prove to the CO that you(by yourself) have a significant reason to return to the philippines after your vacation. If you dont own significant property/house, cars, a business and/or have a high-paying job then your chances of getting the tourist visa is VERY low. It also counts AGAINST you to have the USC fiancee/husband because that increases the chance you will overstay in US. If you feel you have a compelling case, try applying if you dont have any of the previous listed things save your application money and process K-3 visa after the marriage.

Two more questions pa pala. Sorry. Whats K-3? How can my husband to be can file for this Visa if we both live here in the Philippines?

We were planning to apply for my US tourist visa after getting married, Maybe we will apply next year

K

[Cathi 5,783]

Will be VERY difficult to obtain, especially because you plan to marry a US citizen. You have to prove to the CO that you(by yourself) have a significant reason to return to the philippines after your vacation. If you dont own significant property/house, cars, a business and/or have a high-paying job then your chances of getting the tourist visa is VERY low. It also counts AGAINST you to have the USC fiancee/husband because that increases the chance you will overstay in US. If you feel you have a compelling case, try applying if you dont have any of the previous listed things save your application money and process K-3 visa after the marriage.

k-3 visas are no longer issued. they will need to file an i-130 for a cr1 visa. before trying to answer someone, know what you are saying.

Two more questions pa pala. Sorry. Whats K-3? How can my husband to be can file for this Visa if we both live here in the Philippines?

We were planning to apply for my US tourist visa after getting married, Maybe we will apply next year

K

you will not apply for a k-3, that person gave you wrong information. after marriage you file an i130 petition for a cr1 visa

[Penguin_ie 5,996]

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[LSnBigBear 61]

Ay ganun? grabe naman Thank you so much for replying at least may idea na ako. Forget getting a US Visa nalang. I will just enjoy our Australia trip

K

After you return from Australia apply for US Visa with your fiancée's financial support document etc. My ex GF had visited England and never over stayed so when we applied back in 2006 for her tourist visa to USA, she was approved and granted a 6 month single entry Visa. She had no ties nor money in the RP and still was approved as she proved previously not being a threat to over-stay her Visa. Now she is seeing another American and was given a 10 year multiple entry Visa. She showed over time to be a good person and follow the rules. So there is a possibility for you especially after you return from your Australian vacation.

[newacct 688]

k-3 visas are no longer issued. they will need to file an i-130 for a cr1 visa. before trying to answer someone, know what you are saying.

you will not apply for a k-3, that person gave you wrong information. after marriage you file an i130 petition for a cr1 visa

The OP never mentioned they intended to immigrate to the U.S.

Edited April 16, 2013 by newacct