Commission On Filipino Overseas (CFO Sticker)

[Martin & Rona 157]

Hi everyone.  I just read in "My K-1 Journey" http://itsanuphilljourney.weebly.com/steps.html Step 7:  Commission on Filipino Overseas  "As Filipinos going abroad as fiance(e)s, spouses or other partners of foreign nationals, you are required to attend the CFO's guidance and counseling session in order to secure the Guidance and Counseling Certificate (GCC) and the CFO sticker. You need this certificate to renew or apply for a new passport at the Department of Foreign Affairs. You will also need to present this certificate together with your spouse/partner visa, at the Immigration office at the international airport  on your day of departure."

 

I'm confused that there is no mention on this important requirement in the Visa Journey K-1 Step by Step guide.  Obviously if this is a requirement needed to leave the Philippines on the day of departure, why is there no information given here on attending a required Guidance and Counseling Session in order to obtain the CFO sticker.  I'm assuming information regarding the GCC is revealed after your K-1 Visa has been approved.  I'm just curious why there is no mention of this requirement.  Also when I Google the GCC and CFO requirements most of the information on the internet is steal dating back as far as 2012.  I'm also wondering if this is no longer a requirement?

Any information or insight you can give us would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thank you.

Edited January 21, 2017 by Martin & Rona

[Lemonslice 4,841]

Visa Journey K-1 Step by Step guide  has information for everyone, no matter the country they live in.  The different regional forums contain the information for what is/might be required when departing your country of origin (differs by country: exit taxes, car export, etc.).  You should find what you are looking for in the Philippines forum.  

[Martin & Rona 157]

Hi Lemon,

Thank you for your insight.  I just re-posted my question in the Philippine Forum.

 

Much appreciated!!!