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She made it! My Filipina's journey

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Redheadguy03   505

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So, my fiance made it to America and I wanted to give a brief overview of my experience. 

 

We applied in December before the fee increase. No RFE's or anything, super easy. Just triple check everything before you send it in. 

 

The medical was fine, it was a 2 day experience. Went smoothly for her, but of course, I was worried and stressed the whole time. 

 

Interview was done within 2 hours and they asked 3 questions and no paperwork was asked for. 

 

The flight was the worst part because I was anxious. Flight got delayed by an entire day and in Hawaii they don't have free wifi, so we couldn't communicate as much. So, it was stressful, luckily the airline confirmed she was on the plane for me. Apparently, she had no issues at immigration or customs. Guam and then Hawaii has lots of Filipinos, so if you're worried about that part I'd suggest going through Guam. I arrived at the airport and of course, more delays so it was about 30 minutes later. But she made it! 

 

Overall it was a great experience, but luckily my fiance is calm and patient because I'm definitely not. My biggest pieces of advice are double check everything and talk every day. 

 

Good luck everyone!!!! 

Thanks everyone for your help!!! 

 

 

Greenbaum Grand Master

Greenbaum   12,259

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Congratulations.  Thanks for sharing your experience.  

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Adjustment of Status

AOS March 5, 2014 Submitted AOS with EAD/AP package to Chicago USICS

Delivered March 8, 2014 AOS packaged delivered to USCIS drop box

Accepted March 19, 2014 Text message with receipt numbers

Biometrics April 16, 2014 Biometrics completed

EAD May 23, 2014 Employment Authorization Document approved and went to card production

TD May 23, 2014 Travel Document approved and went for card production

Receipt EAD/AP May 30, 2014 Received combo card EAD/AP

Green Card Approved July 11, 2014 Approved, no interview. Went to card production.

Green Card received July 17, 2014 GC received without interview

Removal of Conditions

Mailed I-751 Dec 16, 2015 Submitted ROC (removal of conditions)

Received Dec 18, 2015 USPS notification of successful delivery

Check Cashed Dec 21, 2015 Check was cashed

NOA-1 Issued Dec 21, 2015 NOA-1 for ROC issued

NOA-1 Issued Dec 26, 2015 NOA-1 Received

Biometrics Appt. Jan 29, 2016 Biometrics Appointment Scheduled [Completed]

 

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Redheadguy03   505

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Just now, optlh0 said:

I didn't realize Guam had a lot of Filipino's. That's info that might come in handy some day. Glad everything was successful. Congratulations! :)

The weather is pretty similar to the Philippines, so didn't surprise me. She said all the people she dealt with were from the Philippines. 

Hank_ Grand Master

Hank_   9,174

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On 6/24/2017 at 8:25 PM, Redheadguy03 said:

So, my fiance made it to America and I wanted to give a brief overview of my experience. 

 

We applied in December before the fee increase. No RFE's or anything, super easy. Just triple check everything before you send it in. 

 

The medical was fine, it was a 2 day experience. Went smoothly for her, but of course, I was worried and stressed the whole time. 

 

Interview was done within 2 hours and they asked 3 questions and no paperwork was asked for. 

 

The flight was the worst part because I was anxious. Flight got delayed by an entire day and in Hawaii they don't have free wifi, so we couldn't communicate as much. So, it was stressful, luckily the airline confirmed she was on the plane for me. Apparently, she had no issues at immigration or customs. Guam and then Hawaii has lots of Filipinos, so if you're worried about that part I'd suggest going through Guam. I arrived at the airport and of course, more delays so it was about 30 minutes later. But she made it! 

 

Overall it was a great experience, but luckily my fiance is calm and patient because I'm definitely not. My biggest pieces of advice are double check everything and talk every day. 

 

Good luck everyone!!!! 

Thanks everyone for your help!!! 

 

 

Excellent news!!!

 

Very happy for you both!!

 

 

Hank

"Chance Favors The Prepared Mind"

 

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dystopia   112

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Congratulations!! :thumbs::jest::dance:

Timelines

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AOS Process

2017 Sept 20               AOS/EAD/AP Sent via FedEx

2017 Sept 26               USCIS RECEIVED - Notice Date

2017 Sept 27               Email & Text Notifications for 3 Forms (11:30pm)

2017 Oct 02                 NOA hard copies received

2017 Oct 14                 Biometrics appointment letter received (Oct 7 Notice Date)

2017 Oct 26                 Biometrics at Austin ASC 11:00am (Completed in 10 min)

2017 Nov 14                AOS Case Status Changed to "Ready to Be Scheduled For An Interview"

2017 Nov 27                EAD/AP Approved (68 Days) - Notices received  Dec 1, combo card on Dec 04

2018 June 27               Interview Notice Date (Mail received July 2) 

2018 Aug 01                Interview Date - Approved

 

I-129F K1 Process

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2017 Jan 09                 I-129F Sent                           

2017 Jan 10                 I-129F Received           

2017 Jan 13                 I-129F NOA 1                         

2017 Apr 05                 I-129F NOA 2 (82 Days from NOA1)

2017 Apr 26                 I-129F NVC Received (21 Days from NOA2)

2017 May 2                  Consulate Received (6 Days from NVC)

2017 May 8                  Medical SLEC (1 Day - passed)

2017 Jun 01                 Interview - Approved (139 Days from NOA1)

2017 Jun 06                 Visa Received (5 Days from Interview)

2017 July 26                US Entry (PoE: San Francisco)

2017 Aug 04                Applied for SSN

2017 Aug 28                Wedding                                  

2017 Sept 15               Applied for SSN Name Change

 

 

 

 

RO_AH Proficient

RO_AH   1,659

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Congratulations! I am happy she made it and you are ready to start your new journey! So are you in Hawaii? Hawaii is probably the one state closest to being in the Philippines. You can even take her to Jolibees :D

Redheadguy03 Proficient

Redheadguy03   505

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7 hours ago, RO_AH said:

Congratulations! I am happy she made it and you are ready to start your new journey! So are you in Hawaii? Hawaii is probably the one state closest to being in the Philippines. You can even take her to Jolibees :D

No I'm in Montana. It's like the opposite of the Philippines lol. 

Hank_ Grand Master

Hank_   9,174

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4 hours ago, Redheadguy03 said:

No I'm in Montana. It's like the opposite of the Philippines lol. 

Ya that is for real, thankfully your fiancee arrives in summer.. allows time to get fitted for snow and cold gear.  :lol:

Hank

"Chance Favors The Prepared Mind"

 

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John & Rose Mentor

John & Rose   7,239

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Congratulations!  You give us all some hope for this long journey!

PHILIPPINES ONLY!!!  CFO (Commission on Filipinos Overseas) INFO - Can't leave home without it!

 

PDOS (Pre-Departure Registration and Orientation Seminar) is for ages 20-59.  Peer Counseling is for 13-19 years of age.

It is required to have the visa in their passport for PDOS and Peer Counseling.

 

GCP (Guidance and Counseling Program) is for K-1 Fiancee and IR/CR-1 spouse ONLY. 

 

 

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Hank_ Grand Master

Hank_   9,174

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Ah ... the visa process isn't such a long journey these past few years I have seen a fair number get done, from petition to visa approved, in under 6 months with ease.

 

Petitions were taking 6 months not too long ago.

Hank

"Chance Favors The Prepared Mind"

 

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“LET’S GO BRANDON!”

John & Rose Mentor

John & Rose   7,239

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11 hours ago, Hank_ said:

Ah ... the visa process isn't such a long journey these past few years I have seen a fair number get done, from petition to visa approved, in under 6 months with ease.

 

Petitions were taking 6 months not too long ago.

That would be awesome.  I know it is a long shot but I'd love to all be together for their first white Christmas this year...

PHILIPPINES ONLY!!!  CFO (Commission on Filipinos Overseas) INFO - Can't leave home without it!

 

PDOS (Pre-Departure Registration and Orientation Seminar) is for ages 20-59.  Peer Counseling is for 13-19 years of age.

It is required to have the visa in their passport for PDOS and Peer Counseling.

 

GCP (Guidance and Counseling Program) is for K-1 Fiancee and IR/CR-1 spouse ONLY. 

 

 

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