Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status

[fish 0]

Hello VJ family,

I have posted this on another thread but should have posted it here.

I am so happy to share with all of you the good news. After months of job hunting I finally got my dream job. I went to 5 interviews starting last Jan.2 mostly in the city over an hr away drive and just one company close to home (we live in the country so 20 mins drive is close). Yesterday I got the call from this company who told me that they're offering me the job and to check my email for the formal job offer. The employment package was soooooo good. This morning I went to my orientation and did the drug testing. I just couldn't contain my happiness at the moment.

I've been whining about how hard it is for a new immigrant like me to find work and have experienced prejudice one time or another. One employer even told me I should be working at Wal-mart for me to gain any experience. I listened to them and tried but was overqualified. The experienced didn't deter me to look for job that is really my line and my passion. It paid off. I'll be working as an Accountant in a company where I was treated professionally and fairly during the hiring provess.

So to all of you fellow "pinays" out there trying to find the job that you've been dreaming of, be patient. In God's time it will be given to you. I was especially happy that my husband patiently supported me all the way. Drove me to my interviews in the city and bought me gps for christmas presents. Now I realized that this work meant alot to me. In a way, it makes feel that as a new immigrant this work is my final step to my journey.

Thanks everyone!

[vsmtghdy 2]

Hello VJ family,

I have posted this on another thread but should have posted it here.

I am so happy to share with all of you the good news. After months of job hunting I finally got my dream job. I went to 5 interviews starting last Jan.2 mostly in the city over an hr away drive and just one company close to home (we live in the country so 20 mins drive is close). Yesterday I got the call from this company who told me that they're offering me the job and to check my email for the formal job offer. The employment package was soooooo good. This morning I went to my orientation and did the drug testing. I just couldn't contain my happiness at the moment.

I've been whining about how hard it is for a new immigrant like me to find work and have experienced prejudice one time or another. One employer even told me I should be working at Wal-mart for me to gain any experience. I listened to them and tried but was overqualified. The experienced didn't deter me to look for job that is really my line and my passion. It paid off. I'll be working as an Accountant in a company where I was treated professionally and fairly during the hiring provess.

So to all of you fellow "pinays" out there trying to find the job that you've been dreaming of, be patient. In God's time it will be given to you. I was especially happy that my husband patiently supported me all the way. Drove me to my interviews in the city and bought me gps for christmas presents. Now I realized that this work meant alot to me. In a way, it makes feel that as a new immigrant this work is my final step to my journey.

Thanks everyone!

[honeybear 0]

Hello VJ family,

I have posted this on another thread but should have posted it here.

I am so happy to share with all of you the good news. After months of job hunting I finally got my dream job. I went to 5 interviews starting last Jan.2 mostly in the city over an hr away drive and just one company close to home (we live in the country so 20 mins drive is close). Yesterday I got the call from this company who told me that they're offering me the job and to check my email for the formal job offer. The employment package was soooooo good. This morning I went to my orientation and did the drug testing. I just couldn't contain my happiness at the moment.

I've been whining about how hard it is for a new immigrant like me to find work and have experienced prejudice one time or another. One employer even told me I should be working at Wal-mart for me to gain any experience. I listened to them and tried but was overqualified. The experienced didn't deter me to look for job that is really my line and my passion. It paid off. I'll be working as an Accountant in a company where I was treated professionally and fairly during the hiring provess.

So to all of you fellow "pinays" out there trying to find the job that you've been dreaming of, be patient. In God's time it will be given to you. I was especially happy that my husband patiently supported me all the way. Drove me to my interviews in the city and bought me gps for christmas presents. Now I realized that this work meant alot to me. In a way, it makes feel that as a new immigrant this work is my final step to my journey.

Thanks everyone!

congratulations!!!

yeah, i guess there's always going to be prejudice and discrimination towards immigrants especially asians...I hope i do well as u did when i come over to my fiance's.

Good luck and God Bless!!!

[Sheriff Uling 3]

Good deal.... Kudos!!!

[Skeeter211 2]

Look like we are on the same boat, we are also doing the K-2 Follow-to-join. We already got an interview date!

Case Number: MNL20067682##

Visa Classification: K1

St. Luke's Appointment Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 (7:00:00 AM)

Embassy Appointment Date: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 (7:30:00 AM)

We wanted to talk to you about how you did your forms, if you started them. We are running out of time to send them soon! We know the fees have changes.

We what to know if it the k2 that now needs to be on the forms. Like now her son needs to be named on it now correct?

We just have not done them in a year, now we get on the ball and do get it done fast!

Thanks Victor and Eldalin

Honestly....I don't really know either what forms will be required. I just sent the letter to ask for the appointment and will need to complete forms as well.

Will you go home for your child's interview and medical? if not, do you know what is required from the Embassy at the interview in order to allow a "guardian" to attend on your behalf? I know for a passport, my wife has to send a special power of attorney authenticated by the Philippine Consulate here in the states, so we just included the interview and medical on that too, but not really sure of the requirements.

Any help will be appreciated.

Scott

[sunandmoon 450]

Look like we are on the same boat, we are also doing the K-2 Follow-to-join. We already got an interview date!

Case Number: MNL20067682##

Visa Classification: K1

St. Luke's Appointment Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 (7:00:00 AM)

Embassy Appointment Date: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 (7:30:00 AM)

We wanted to talk to you about how you did your forms, if you started them. We are running out of time to send them soon! We know the fees have changes.

We what to know if it the k2 that now needs to be on the forms. Like now her son needs to be named on it now correct?

We just have not done them in a year, now we get on the ball and do get it done fast!

Thanks Victor and Eldalin

Honestly....I don't really know either what forms will be required. I just sent the letter to ask for the appointment and will need to complete forms as well.

Will you go home for your child's interview and medical? if not, do you know what is required from the Embassy at the interview in order to allow a "guardian" to attend on your behalf? I know for a passport, my wife has to send a special power of attorney authenticated by the Philippine Consulate here in the states, so we just included the interview and medical on that too, but not really sure of the requirements.

Any help will be appreciated.

Scott

the DS Forms would be same, except DS-156k is not required.

I asked the about guardian of child attending the interview:

USER Asked: roy: My fiancée and I are considering having her daughter follow to join with a k-2 visa. Would she have to be present at the daughter’s interview or could it be a guardian? If they both apply at same time while my fiancée still in Philippines, can the K-2 visa for the daughter be extended beyond six months?

CONSUL: The K1 or K2 visa cannot be extended beyond 6 months from date of issuance. If the K2 will follow to join some other time, he/she should be issued for a K2 visa within one year of K1’s date of issuance. If the one-year window had lapsed a new petition should be filed for the child of the K1. If the daughter will apply as following to join, the mother is not required to be present during the interview; the guardian with proper identification could assist the minor child.

you might want to call the Embassy for more details.

[Skeeter211 2]

the DS Forms would be same, except DS-156k is not required.

I asked the about guardian of child attending the interview:

USER Asked: roy: My fiancée and I are considering having her daughter follow to join with a k-2 visa. Would she have to be present at the daughter’s interview or could it be a guardian? If they both apply at same time while my fiancée still in Philippines, can the K-2 visa for the daughter be extended beyond six months?

CONSUL: The K1 or K2 visa cannot be extended beyond 6 months from date of issuance. If the K2 will follow to join some other time, he/she should be issued for a K2 visa within one year of K1’s date of issuance. If the one-year window had lapsed a new petition should be filed for the child of the K1. If the daughter will apply as following to join, the mother is not required to be present during the interview; the guardian with proper identification could assist the minor child.

you might want to call the Embassy for more details.

thank you!

Scott

[ryza 0]

hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you

[jerrylee 0]

hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you

In most (if not all) states you will need your SSN to apply for a drivers license or state issued ID card.

To be safe, check with your DMV to find out the exact requirements for your state.

[David-and-Mae 15]

hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you

In most (if not all) states you will need your SSN to apply for a drivers license or state issued ID card.

To be safe, check with your DMV to find out the exact requirements for your state.

DMV actually asked for my SSN when I applied for Non-Driving License and Learner's Permit... It also seems like DHS, SSA and DMV are all connected to one another when it comes to verifying your identity or status here in the US. SSA had to verify DHS if the greencard I showed them is genuine/valid, same with DMV when I applied for the learner's permit, they had to check my status/identity with DHS and SSA.

--Mae

P.S.

I still cannot believe it that I can legally practice driving now that I got the permit. The written test wasn't so bad.

[ryza 0]

oh no! then i have to wait for my SSN. i just applied and they told me to wait for 2-4 weeks coz they have to verify it with the INS first. is that correct?

hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you

In most (if not all) states you will need your SSN to apply for a drivers license or state issued ID card.

To be safe, check with your DMV to find out the exact requirements for your state.

DMV actually asked for my SSN when I applied for Non-Driving License and Learner's Permit... It also seems like DHS, SSA and DMV are all connected to one another when it comes to verifying your identity or status here in the US. SSA had to verify DHS if the greencard I showed them is genuine/valid, same with DMV when I applied for the learner's permit, they had to check my status/identity with DHS and SSA.

--Mae

P.S.

I still cannot believe it that I can legally practice driving now that I got the permit. The written test wasn't so bad.

[Sheriff Uling 3]

hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you

In most (if not all) states you will need your SSN to apply for a drivers license or state issued ID card.

To be safe, check with your DMV to find out the exact requirements for your state.

DMV actually asked for my SSN when I applied for Non-Driving License and Learner's Permit... It also seems like DHS, SSA and DMV are all connected to one another when it comes to verifying your identity or status here in the US. SSA had to verify DHS if the greencard I showed them is genuine/valid, same with DMV when I applied for the learner's permit, they had to check my status/identity with DHS and SSA.

--Mae

P.S.

I still cannot believe it that I can legally practice driving now that I got the permit. The written test wasn't so bad.

You are absolutely correct! The USCIS, SSA, and DMV are all under the preview of the DHS...

[niceguy26 0]

a lot of us have March Interviews scheduled if someone wants to update the list

[ryza 0]

is it possible to apply for my EAD locally? (if i have my SSN already) or i have to send it together with the AOS first?

Edited January 17, 2008 by ryza

[Skeeter211 2]

is it possible to apply for my EAD locally? (if i have my SSN already) or i have to send it together with the AOS first?

It must be filed with AOS. They no longer issue them at the local offices.

Scott