I hope my In laws can Visit

[marianath 27]

We fully understand the rules and regulations about B1 Tourist Visas.

I also understand that because the Philippines is a high risk country B1/B2 Visa approvals is adversely affected.

 

My In-laws tried and filed for a tourist visa early last year and got denied.

 

We only want them to visit and see Los Angeles, SFO and Vegas..and that is it..no taking care of grand kids (we do not have any kids yet)

Sad, but not the end of the world, so we went back to the PI and visited them.

 

They have been outside the PI, the regular spots...Hongkong, Singapore, Taiwan (sis in law lives there) and Qatar (Another sis in law lives there).

 

I believe that the main issue is that they have more against them:

1. They are Senior Citizens 65+

2. Healthy conditions and with full health insurance coverage

3. Own their own small business...buys and sells cars, owns a small sari-sari store. We are fortunate that there is no need to support them financially as they are able to do it themselves.

4. They own their own house and cars.

5. Money in the bank

 

Nothing really has changed in 1yr, only their age....

 

They will apply again this November and see if they pass.

Hey if not, then we will probably go to another country with them.

 

Would just be great for them to see us here and experience the Beauty of America.

 

Thanks guys!

 

 

 

[Unlockable 7,315]

From the things you posted, it looks like they would have a better chance of getting a visa than others. But a visa is never guaranteed. I always say that wanted and receiving is one of the harsh realities of life. many people want to visa America (among other things they want in life) but never get a chance to do so. Hopefully your in-laws will. 

 

Let us know how it goes.

Edited September 20, 2019 by Unlockable

[Boiler 45,913]

I assume you mean B2.

[marianath 27]

2 hours ago, Boiler said:

I assume you mean B2.

Yes, I mean B2

[marianath 27]

2 hours ago, Unlockable said:

From the things you posted, it looks like they would have a better chance of getting a visa than others. But a visa is never guaranteed. I always say that wanted and receiving is one of the harsh realities of life. many people want to visa America (among other things they want in life) but never get a chance to do so. Hopefully your in-laws will. 

 

Let us know how it goes.

Thanks and hopefully 2nd time is the charm.

I

[Falcon Cara 378]

Most of the people who are in that age range that I have seen apply for a visa in Manila get approved, kinds shocked to see they were denied. 

 

There age is the biggest asset they have going for them.

 

US Embassy in Manila seems to grant tourist visa to the rich and elderly which seem to have a high success rate.

 

Traveling to other countries really don't seem to make a difference from what I have seen