Advice on I129F

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Since we have not heard from the OP regarding the baby's staus. We cannot assume that the mother has been granted sole custody. The supreme court case cited, guides that the mother should be granted custody. But the case also reaffirms the right of visitation of the father. The case in question involved a child who was outside the country already, then came back after the mother was deported. There was conflicting evidence regarding the desire to return and stay in the Philippines. This baby was born a few days ago. I doubt that a court has granted sole custody already.

A child born out of wedlock in the PI is the mother's and the mother's only. There is no need to permission of custody or anything from the father.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Do I pay $340 at the US embassy in Manila or with the RFE response ? I was also going to add a letter of acknowledgement about the baby along with the RFE .

No extra fee to add them to the I-129F. you already paid that $340. When the time comes, after your I-129F is approved, you will then need to worry about paying the $240 visa processing fees. I am not sure how it works for Manila. Some pay at local banks, some pay online, some pay at the consulate. The instructions from Manila will let you know how and where to pay.

Sure, add the letter too with a revised I-129F. Having the letter in your case file will allow the CO to know you are aware of and perfectly okay with the circumstances and accepting of her child even though it is not yours biologically. Could not hurt to include it.

[Redicent 14]

A child born out of wedlock in the PI is the mother's and the mother's only. There is no need to permission of custody or anything from the father.

On what do you base your opinion?

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

On what do you base your opinion?

[Redicent 14]

On what do you base your opinion?

You finally got one of my jokes.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

I think the laughing emote was warranted, but to be serious now.... it is not Harpa's opinion.

http://www.congress.gov.ph/download/ra_12/RA09255.pdf

http://www.dswd.gov.ph/?s=+Illegitimate+children&x=38&y=7

[Redicent 14]

I think the laughing emote was warranted, but to be serious now.... it is not Harpa's opinion.

http://www.congress.gov.ph/download/ra_12/RA09255.pdf

http://www.dswd.gov.ph/?s=+Illegitimate+children&x=38&y=7

This is not Harpas answer either...

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

This is not Harpas answer either...

Really?

CAN A TRAVEL CLEARANCE BE ISSUED TO ILLEGITIMATE CHILDREN WHO ARE STILL APPLYING FOR THEIR VISA IN THE EMBASSY?

Illegitimate children are under the custody of the mother. If they will be traveling with the mother, they are not required to secure a travel clearance from the DSWD. If they are traveling with person other than the mother, they must secure a travel clearance.

"Article 176. Illegitimate children shall use the surname and shall be under the parental authority of their mother, and shall be entitled to support in conformity with this Code.

Edited July 25, 2013 by Jay-Kay

[Redicent 14]

Really?

My point and question to Harpa is that Harpa has a habit of proclaiming without any evidence.

You, on the other hand are able to add evidence to the conversation.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

I have to disagree with that. Harpa is quite knowledgeable and provides good and accurate advice on these forums. She provides links and excerpts when needed. We all often provide answers without linking to the exact evidence. That doesn't make it just an opinion. I guess we figure once we provide the answers and advice, then the person can take it from there to research for further details if they wish. We help out those choosing to go the DIY route, but do-it-yourself is not do-it-all-for-you.

[apple21 953]

To OP: Now you are 100% sure that the baby is not yours?

Because in the previous episodes (other threads created), you said there's a 50/50 chance that the child is yours because the "affair" happened around the same period that you were here in the Philippines.

Just to eliminate the chance that the child can qualify for CRBA and to avoid the "red flag".

[Redicent 14]

I have to disagree with that. Harpa is quite knowledgeable and provides good and accurate advice on these forums. She provides links and excerpts when needed. We all often provide answers without linking to the exact evidence. That doesn't make it just an opinion. I guess we figure once we provide the answers and advice, then the person can take it from there to research for further details if they wish. We help out those choosing to go the DIY route, but do-it-yourself is not do-it-all-for-you.

In another topic, I asked Harpa why an embassy wont accept additional papers. Harpa replied that embassies dont accept mail. I hadnt asked about mail; and embassies do accept mail. In the same topic, I asked a different member about timeframes. Harpa said that he/she had already told us the answer. I guess when Harpa says it, we cant talk about it any more.

So in this topic, the subject was well covered. But Harpa had to proclaim, without adding new info. So I asked what basis. Harpa had no answer. You answered for Harpa.

Shall we take it that everything Harpa says, you agree and stand behind?

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Shall we take it that everything Harpa says, you agree and stand behind?

Now you are just being flippant. I do not follow Harpa around VJ and read everything she posts. As for the immigration advice I do see her give, then generally yes. Though I of course cannot recall everything I have ever read that she has posted over the years, so that is why I say generally as to not have you take it literally that I have indeed agreed with anything and everything another member has posted. This is such silliness and does nothing for the OP or this topic.

At the start of this thread I saw you state the foreign fiancee would have to undergo a psychological exam because she had a child out of wedlock that is not her fiance's. I do not recall you providing evidence to backup that statement either, even when specifically asked.

[Redicent 14]

Now you are just being flippant. I do not follow Harpa around VJ and read everything she posts. As for the immigration advice I do see her give, then generally yes. Though I of course cannot recall everything I have ever read that she has posted over the years, so that is why I say generally as to not have you take it literally that I have indeed agreed with anything and everything another member has posted. This is such silliness and does nothing for the OP or this topic.

At the start of this thread I saw you state the foreign fiancee would have to undergo a psychological exam because she had a child out of wedlock that is not her fiance's. I do not recall you providing evidence to backup that statement either, even when specifically asked.

So, are you endorsing Harpa or not?

Thats not what I said. Try to get it right.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

So, are you endorsing Harpa or not?

Thats not what I said. Try to get it right.

I answered your question. If you cannot comprehend the answer, then that is on you.

Where is the evidence the OP's fiancee will have to undergo a psychological exam?