Taking A Filipina Home To The West - What's The Best Way?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ต.ค. 2024
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Taking a Filipina home to the west might sound easy - just hop on a plane, right? Not so fast! You'll find that it's a much more complicated process, and taking the right steps can literally save you years of problems! Today we're fortunate enough to hear from a man with decades of experience helping you bring your Filipina home, and he's got some great advice!
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Mike & Molly Tessitore piacere paesano I will send my girlfriend to the agency grazie e arrivederci x
Do they have a office in Manila ty pea
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I lived with my wife for just over a year in the Philippines before coming back to the USA. We used a fiancee visa. I always say this... KNOW your Filipina and understand how she will fit in and work out in your home country. Not all Filipinas are the same. Some will get a lot of attention and then want a divorce because they found someone better. Some will be homesick and not be able to handle being in your home country. There are many problems you could see happen. The more you know her, the more you understand her and she understands you and your situation, the better the chance of success of your marriage. I KNEW my wife. She KNEW me. We lived together for a year. Nothing more important than KNOWING YOUR FILIPINA. You can't know your Filipina by visiting her for 2 weeks or a month. That's a vacation. People are different on vacations. Also, I suggest not marrying in the Philippines, but get a fiancee visa. That gives her 3 months with you in your home country to know what she's getting into. This is how to create a successful marriage in your home country.
YES 👍👍👍
Know your Filipina!!!
I couldn’t agree more ❤️
I 💯 %agree with this statement. Know your philipina first
THANK YOU so much!!! Excellent advice. This advice is worth a lot of money!!! I'm going to Cebu City next month to meet my LDR of 2 months. I'm going to do EXACTLY WHAT YOU HAVE SUGGESTED.
it's generally a horrible idea.
Absolutely correct,know your Filipina and be familiar to each other..know him/her personality inside and out..
I gotta tell you, I like this guy! I recommend bringing him back again!! I think that he is right in line with one of your central tenets
Thanks John! I intend to interview him again about tourist visas 👍
I also liked this man he seemed in tune with the current laws, willing to help in sticky situations and for some reason to me he came across as being a kind man?
This guy was honest and straight forward...promoted his business and himself. He explained what he can do for you, and also spoke in depth about the topic. Great interview .
I would like to also point out ,as many have before, this os your calling Pea. You as excellent questions and keep it light, entertaining but also informative. ❤
Sure he's great I saw too many language barrier issues with biz in filipines I'd want to use an american
I don't know how you do it Pea, I truly don't. How you are constantly coming out with fresh content and always informative content as well shows not only your dedication and your professionalism but a mind that is always thinking outside the box and is not cluttered with needless boundaries. Flowers to you Pea. Be blessed my friend and take care.
Thanks Harvey! I’m always trying to give you new and interesting stuff 👍👍
I wonder the same
Great interview Ms Pea. I was an Immigration Officer (now retired 😁), so I have processed both K1 and K3 at the Point of Entry. The young man is spot on. I married my wife in the Philippines (it was what she wanted). I explained both visas. But she wanted to be married with her family there. I prepared the paperwork with what information I needed from her. Got the all the necessary paperwork completed (use a checklist) and submitted it. We were married in December 2015 and she arrived in the U.S. (with me, I went and got her) in October 2016. I already belonged to a Philipino church, so there was no problem with acclimation and loneliness. She had people here to help. But the big thing is, it's up to the Filipina on what she wants. I have a friend waiting for a K1, the problem was the medical (St Luke's in Manila). So that is still on going. I did visit my wife at least 3 or 4 times before tying the knot (this helps a lot). Note: all my paperwork and processing was done pre-Covid. Also, I did all the paperwork myself. I like the gentleman you had on, I can backup all he said was true. BTW, you should have asked his background. but do bring him back. Make him part of your experts you bring on. Again, thanks the best Filipina Vlogger on TH-cam. Mabuhay
Well thanks Gerry! It’s good to know that his info was accurate 👍👍
If the man in the interview is a young man by comparison, then dare I ask how old you are, sir Gerry?😳
@@A-RonHubbard I Sir am 69 years old😁
@@gerrymcnally9344 I also did all the paperwork myself and gathered all the requirements myself. It’s a time consuming task however as I was taught my the man who ran the old department of immigration, do the paperwork right the first time, double and triple check it before submitting it.
Gerry McNally , if you worked in DC , I was probably that messenger who dropped visa apps to you!!! And returned it for you ! And your clients!
Its good to see a man with integrity and intelligence about the topic. Very good video!
Thanks Nick!! ❤️❤️👍
It took me and my wife. Which is a Filipino. It took us almost 15 months. And came from Hong Kong to the US. We are now married. We've been talking for almost 6 years. And we met in Bangkok Christmas of 2022.
This was a Master Class on how to thread the immigration needle when marrying a Filipina! Mike is incredibly knowledgeable (I suppose he should be after 39 years of doing this), and he and his team will be a tremendous resource for anyone looking to bring his Filipina back to the West. Thanks for another terrific interview, Pea!👏❤🤙
Simply the best straightforward information out there. Thanks a million.
Thank YOU, my friend 👍👍
very informative, this is a guy who knows his business. what an interesting line of work
Indeed 👍👍
I did my own K1 petition, was easy and no RFE. Doing the AOS now. So many TH-cam videos for help...and ALWAYS read the 129F for instructions! Make no spelling mistakes, make it very organized so the officer has no problem finding what they need. It is easy, just check, check and double check every line on the form before sending.
Thanks for the input, Eric! 👍
Each marriage is different with motives, goals, agendas. I brought my Filipina wife(42 years old) and her two teens(girl 13, boy 17) to the USA on a K1-visa. We did it ourselves and passed the first time without any problems. We spent 11 years in states, I didn't change but she did. She found power in making money and sending it to her family in the Philippines. We didn't have problems with MEN, had problems with her not being able to handle money. Out of the 12 fil/am marriages that we known in our small town in the states, 50% ended in divorce and it was mainly the couples with the biggest AGE difference. If I were to do this all over again, I would have never brought her to the USA, maybe for a visit but not to live there. SHE CHANGED and not for the better. Still married and retired in Cebu City. Good interview.
Good evening Pea. Let's get that algorithm started.
And somehow you were fast enough to get the bronze too!
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My friend, Mike (Mike's Philippine Retirement) was sitting fairly close to you, while you were doing the interview. He lives in Duma, but was in Cebu picking up his 13A.
Great interview, Ms. Pea! 👍
Ha, never date a RN in the Philippines that travels abroad for work. I managed to find the only woman that didn't want to move to the US! All kidding aside, while she was in her forties, had no children, and both parents had died, she was still very family oriented and didn't want to leave her siblings and other relatives. I'm really blessed in that I could have brought her here, she could have worked here and even sent more money home, or I could have easily supported her without working and still provided her with enough money to help support her family.
GREAT INFORMATION!!! 😊 SOUNDS LIKE HE KNOWS AND HAS EARNED HIS PLACE FOR VISAS!
TOO MUCH for me to keep straight too.
PEA, YOU LOOK WONDERFUL AS ALWAYS. 😊
Always posting A+++++ content !
Always different, and hopefully always good 👍❤️😊
Always good for sure !@@TheFilipinaPea
I did all of our K1 paperwork. Submitted December 2023, Approved May 2024, NVC June 2024, Embassy June 2024, her medical is in August, and her interview/CFO soon after. We're planning on having her here by this December!
We didn't expect it to go so fast! We could probably get her here sooner but we decided on December. We're both so excited
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I brought my wife to my home country. It worked out. We married in the Philippines. We have been married for 16 years, and she is now a U S citizen. We did the spousal visa.
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Did you have to separate for a year. C1 visas take like a year to process. Though I think that is only since covid
What an informative interview. And Mike was great. Thorough and smooth. The only glitch he had was when he wanted to say it was an honor to meet you. I certainly get that. Keep up the great work Pea!
Thanks John!! ❤️👍
Happy Friday Pea! Looking very fine today and as always that dress is perfect for you. This guy sounds like the one to contact to process your fiancé visa once you are sure and ready. As always Pea you give us the best information. Take care. 😍😍
Pea I agree with the comment you made below saying this interview was 50% good, 50% not so good ( a little too much story telling about rare occurances ), and 100 % true. Perhaps in Part 2 he could address K-2 visas, bringing a filipina with a child to the US. I would use his service as it seems he has found some loopholes to work around problem areas. And the woman he mentioned in his office who schools filipinas about what and what not to say in the interview is priceless.
This guy definitely knows his stuff! Great interview!
Congratulations on over 320,000 subscribers! ❤
Thanks, my Ozzy friend 👍❤️
@@TheFilipinaPea You are most welcome!
I just left Cebu and really enjoyed myself. I’ll be back again next year in July. This is a very interesting topic and very helpful. Thanks MS Pea
❤ Hi Miss Pea. It is your cabbie from Australia. I guess each situation is different when it comes to bringing Filipinas to The West. Thanks for the video. ❤
Hi Ms Pea. Although I am an Australian, I really enjoyed watching this video. Myself, I have been married to a Filipina for coming up 32 years and she initially came out on a finance' visa. The process took just 2 and a half months. I wrote to the Aust embassy asking for an A to Z list of requirements, we provided them and the end result was, a VISA. However times have changed, I realise this, but I consider we were lucky to have provided all the correct documents needed at the time. I look forward to your next video. Keep them coming. Regards Larry
I had fiancé visa 33 years ago. He visited and meet me September 1990 for 21 days. My husband now met me September 1990 petitioned me by April 1991 I flown to Texas got married within a month. I am blessed #Filipina wife for 33 years in counting.❤❤❤ wishing to all the best to Filipina to be a good wife to there husband or husband to be.God bless ❤
Thank you so, so very much for this, Pea!
This is so much needed bc it’s so hard to get our girl here to America.
Be sure to consider the costs once she is with you in the west. It runs an extra $2,000-3,000 a month for me here in the US. You have to be prepared for that. And that is on top of all the costs of getting her here in the first place, which is thousands more.
The financial side of having your Dreamgirl is sometimes heartbreaking, when you realise that you just can't make it all happen.
You fall in love with them, but you have to let them go, like a prize catch that no-one believes you caught, but back in the ocean they go.
Ate Pea, for us Afam, if you earn less than a certain amount, based on your currency, it is a hopeless venture to have a Pinay, as that will bring heartbreak instead.
Really enjoyed the interview.He is a no nonsense guy and like you Pea gives it to you straight.Mahusay!!
Good Morning, Pea! I still will stand by the mindset of exploring the Pearl of the Orient and it's culture. While I wouldn't be opposed to meeting a beautiful Filipina, I would just let it happen in a natural and organic way. Not forced.
Exactly
Good idea, Rebel - take your time! 👍👍👍
I took yesterday off as I needed the day and drove down to the San Francisco Bay Area to get some maintenance done on my car. Work has really gotten pretty bad and I can definitely see the light at the end of the tunnel. I downloaded Gio's checklist on moving to the Philippines last week too. I liked his video on moving into a condo instead of the province immediately too..! Anyway, I was thinking on the drive back home, if I meet a Filipina and she already had a passport and visa, I could just get married here. Glad you asked that question and I liked Mike too and I would use his services in the event I got married...! Great Video, Good Morning, Pea...!
He should be a regular guest speaker on your show. At least every six months to remind these desperate guys that shopping at home is always the safest and surest method.
In the USA, Tagalog is the third most spoken language in many states.
Pea, at 14:51 in is your profile, absolutely lovely and shows how sophisticated you have become and retain your sense of humor.
Great video Pea. Good to see you. Take care always. ❤️🌼🌼🌼🌹
This video brings back paperwork memories. I don't know about now but when we got married and I wasn't 25 at the time I also needed a letter of permission from my parents. 😂
❤❤ I'd prefer to live in Philippines. I know she'd runaway after seeing better people here. I know my limitations. Thanks for the presentation Pea. Have a good weekend ❤❤
You underestimate your appeal, Erik!
(but I agree, it’s safer) 👍😊
It's MUCH safer, but honestly I go crazy in PH for many reasons. Not sure what I am doing, BUT possible we will go to PH and then to Thailand.
You are great I have watched many of you videos and found them all to be informative and fun thank you for your service
Morning Miss Pea when I was in my early 20's I wish this service existed 40 years ago , so I could have met a beautiful dark skinned Asian woman
It’s never too late, Michael ❤️
? You meet the woman on your own. He just helps with the paperwork. And you don’t need any paperwork if you want to stay with her in the Phils
My wife (34 at the time) definitely wanted to have a marriage/ wedding in the Philippines. The whole family was there for that special occasion. (First civil, then church 6 months later). Then we hoped for the best on the spousal visa. We've been together in US 25 years.
Good morning, Pea! Thank you for this episode, very informative. My wife and I are in the middle of our process now, but hit a snag. We were married July 2022 and filed the I-130 May 2023. We should have been approved the past May, but instead I received an RFE/request for evidence. Apparently while filling out the I-130, I put some of my information where it should have been my wife's info. In turn it looked like it applied to her and there wasn't any documentation to support it. That's where we're at and USCIS is difficult to work with. Hopefully we can get this fixed soon. Have a great day!
Oh no, Dog, I hope that doesn’t mess you up too badly 😥👍
Thanks, Pea..this is very informative, especially to us, that's to keep waiting on our visa application. It's been 13 months since we applied..Hoping and praying our interview will be within this year🙏🙏🙏
Best of luck to you both! ❤️❤️
Have an excellent weekend, Ms. Pea.
You too, Jafo! 👍👍❤️
Thanks Pea, informative as always.
WOW that is some serious infomation.
You bet 👍👍👍
Dear Pea, I learned a LOT. Mike and his brutal honesty. I enjoyed it. I hope you bring Mike back again as things change. God's Blessings, Irish
Sorry I'm late.
...and always let the ads play
John! I was about to send out search parties! 🤣🤣👍❤️
Thank you so very much!!!!! You are really helping!!! Thank you for making a difference!
This guy is great. Only one mistake, when he said "Let's say I married you, and we were married for two years.." the mistake is, he didn't say "that would be the best two years of my life."
True 😂
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And it would be, too 😉👍
That's not true it does not take that long but he is saying some things that are true when you come over with a green card is much better than without
7 years or or she becomes citizenship
And of course when he files that motion you have to pay for it all these things he's just milking the foreigners pocket
Great video pea. You never cease to amaze!
Goodnight sweet dreams and sleep well Pea. Take care and God bless you 🙏 🙂😊
Good one, Pea! Lots of great information. Thanks for sharing it with us. 🙂
This guy describes the things as so difficult and complicatetd in order being able to make his business. But believe me it is so much easier and you can do it by yourself easily. Back in 1999 when I did it, internet has just started, but not in the philippines, where communication was still difficult. Despite that, my wife managed easily to send all the documents so that I can arrange the visa, and the flight ticket.
But things are not ending there, you will want the Filipina to get language certificate, driving license and even double citizenship and children citizenship registration. Everything is doable without need for a helpong hand. Why there are still so many westeners falling in for such a business man to empty their pocket for such easy peasy staff?
Thank you. I thought I was the only one thinking this. If you are a person who is not, or does not want to be organized and read carefully and follow instructions the yes you will probably need help. But, if you are the type person who is usually organized then the instructions and the process is all laid out for you. On the other hand, if you are the type of person who just has money to burn and you don't want to put in the work, then by all means utilize the service.
@@chriselmore1969 No one has money to burn a filipina is an investment in the beginning. Yes that time in my young years I had little money. However, even if there is a lot of money and you are not an organised person, by no means ask for a Filipino to help. They are not a help at all, they are a burden. It is so important that there is direct communication between you and your future wife and no one to disturb or mess it up. This is not only for money reason, but also for time and security reason.
@@haldepet12 I agree. My Filipina future wife and I video chat constantly. I mean all day and all night. We virtually live together to get to know each other and I visit twice per year for about 30 days. That is until we can marry next year and make plans to be together until I retire to the Philippines in about 5 years. We have already started the process, gathering documents, keeping and storing communications records and getting to know each other.
I agree. I did mine myself and got it approved. Just waiting on the Embassy for the interview.
Good interview. He got off track a few times, but you brought him right back. I’ve thought for years that we made a mistake not getting married in the Philippines, but now I’ve changed my mind. The K1 was the right choice.
Good morning Pea!
I made it in the first 30 comments this time. Y'all are super quick on the comments 😂
Sorry if I went too far with my last comment, hope you have a great weekend Miss Pea! ❤
They’re quick tonight, yes 🤣👍
Great information here Mike and Pea, thank you. I wish I had watched this video before I brought my wife to Australia.
I wish I knew about these services 10 years ago.
If you’re not planning to stay in the Philippines, it’s good info to know 👍
DO NOT take a girl out of this amazing country! DO NOT try to make her believe there is anything in the West that is worth pursuing. DO NOT allow her to get trapped in Western vanity. STAY REAL, STAY PROUD!
I tend to agree, MC 👍
This is awesome information!
Pea you kill me lol😂 ..not my type of guy...but..." lol (speaking of being locked in the house )
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Pea, Terrific interview. I remember you when... I have seen Mike on another channel some time ago. He definitely has an American mindset and personality, but he also definitely understands his business and the process. Anyone who doesn't use a service such as his is someone who enjoys frustration. Keep up the excellent work that you do.
There is an unspoken rule between passport bros: "Never take her home to the west"
And a smart rule it is 👍
@@TheFilipinaPea I used a SPOUSE VISA to bring my wife to the USA, in 2011. We moved back to the Philippines in 2018. In 2019, she ABANDONED both me AND our son, and moved back to Colorado. The DIEvorce was final on January 11th, 2024. Today, I have a girlfriend, another son with her, and she's pregnant with our 2nd son (due on October 12th). NEVER TAKE HER HOME TO THE WEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@curtis.albrecht.79You are right, and I agree 💯! I’m obligated to stay in the States for 5 more years so It’s tempting to bring one back on a Visa but I already have 2 divorce’s and I treat Life like baseball. Patience is key!
The Affidavit support in 2013 was for 10 year's Ms Pea my brother married a FILIPINA Traditional wife 😊
DONT DO IT BRO! THE WEST-BABYLON IS FALLING‼️STAY THERE!
Me and my fiancée just had our k1 visa interview and was approved! Were waiting on the visa to be issued and were both excited!
Congrats Zalo! Best of luck to you both ❤️❤️❤️👍
@@TheFilipinaPea the great Pea has noticed me!!!!
"By Grabthar's Hammer, by the Suns of Warvan, you shall be Pea."
galaxy- quest reference?
@@aednil yup
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Never give up, never surrender!
@@TheFilipinaPea Do it right (hire a pro) , and you can say:
By Grabthar's hammer... what a savings.
My process took about 7 months i believe. The backlog is already worked through. I believe they worked hard to get it completed and now ones past mine are moving even faster at 5-6 months again.
Very informative
Well thanks, Big D 👍😊
As a Canadian he is correct about a spousal visa. However, there is a slight loop hole to get around this. I married my Filipina wife in the Philippines. I was living in Saudi Arabia at the time and it only took her 5 months to get a residency card in SA. We lived in Riyadh for 4 years before deciding to move to Canada. I brought her into Canada permanently simply on her visitor's visa. Here is how we did it......We had already visited Canada a couple of times in the past (she had a multiple visa to get into Canada). We packed up all of our belongings into boxes and sent them to Canada two weeks before our move. We only brought with us on the plane a few suitcases of clothes (nothing in our suitcases to suggest we were going there for good). Once we got past Customs & Immigration in Montreal she was allowed to stay in the country as long as she wanted as long as we started the process of her Canadian residency card....even past the expiry date on her visitor's visa. This is only allowed for married couples.
Good morning
Charles, you got the silver today!
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Great interview, great info! Married 12/21 in Nabunturan. Took a while to get marriage certificate. Paperwork submitted 6/22. Documentarily qualified 4/24. Waiting on interview medical /embassy. Hurry up and wait.
Wow, that needs to hurry up! 😳
Great informative interview Pea. You interviewing skill and follow up questions are always on point. You have excellent listening skills. You should interview this man again as he seems to know what he's talking about.
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Great info! Mike knows his stuff. He’s providing a valuable service that’s well worth the cost.
You look especially good Pea with your black dress and shiny bling 😊
That was probably the most informative and useful video I’ve seen since you started making videos in 2020.
Wow, thanks Andrew! 👍❤️
I did the K-1 visa myself. It took a lot of research and time, but it's doable. If you are not good at attention to detail, being completely thorough and willing to take the time to do it the very best that you can the first time then it might be better to pay someone to assist.
This guy is a real one. Bless him with peace and continued prosperity.
I like this guy. 😂😂 Hilarious, No Bs and great info for folks planning that stuff. You gotta have him on again for more detail breakdown.
Great video as always. Loved the interview
Thank you for the video. I am dealing with this issue right now. Love to see you looking so good and healthy. Keep up the good work
May things go smoothly, Casper!
We used an immigration specialist back in the day. That was 47 years ago. It took a long long time to get her approved. We were sick waiting. Nuts!!!
Another excellent video, Pea! Lots of good info and process insights here. Thank you.
What a great interview Pea. Mike was a wealth of information. It would be good to have him back on every now and then.
I agree, DoubleA 👍👍😊
I heard that if you poke enough holes in it you can ship her home in a box. Remember to line the box with puppy pads.
Outstanding information for those determined to live outside the PI!
Take good care, Pea!😊
Been living here for a year married. She was real ! 😊
I like this guy for his genuinety more power to your vlog pea
Great info. Thank you and God bless. ✝️
I really can't say anything that hasn't been said. Great interview and great material. You're the best Pea
Thanks, Silver! 👍❤️
Great video Pea you the best! I hope you had fun with family visit!!!
Great interview Pea! As always you give the best information! Thank you!!! ❤
That's a really good video Pea. I am sure this will help many couples. I personally hate this sort of paperwork so would use this service if I were to ever found a lover in the Philippines
*Truly* an incredible Public Service vid. I can only hope to re-vist this in the future to utilize the presented information.
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Wow Pea, you covered every possibility and that only scratches the surface of taking a Filipina home to the West. A whole book could be written on the subject, including examples.
What is definite for me is:
1. Meet women in person that grew up in a province. Be sure to let them know there is not a commitment yet.
2. Finally, make a commitment to one.
Then we would evaluate our feelings of living together in the Philippines or in the West. If we decide to live in the West, I will contact Olvis Immigration & Travel Visa Support Services.
Sounds like you’ve got a solid plan 👍👍😊
Another EXCELLENT an VALUABLE session! Thank you, Pea.
Thanks Pea,you are always helping people get the right info.Thank You!!!
Great interview Pea !!!
He explained the CR-1, IR-1, and K-1 visa differences and processes very well.
We went the CR-1 route as I wanted her large family to be able to view and to participate in our wedding.
Her family now has both pictures and memories of her wedding. If she came over on a K-1 then they would have only pictures and no memories. We had a garden wedding at Savanah Farms, Alfonso, Cavite, Philippines. Over 100 of her relatives were able to see her get married. The wedding cost much less than it would have in the U.S. for this size wedding. The wedding was in April 2022. We had been corresponding online since mid 2019. After arriving back in the U.S. I started working on her CR-1 visa. Regardless of if you hire an attorney or not, both the husband/wife will have to gather all of the necessary documents. The attorney is there to make sure that all of the necessary documents are gathered, and all of the immigration forms are filled out accurately and correctly. I had to gather all of my documents and my wife had to gather all of hers. We needed to make sure that she would have all of the original documents or government certified documents with her at her immigration interview.
It took many trips from Batangas to Manila which included the medical exam, then the interview, then the CFO . We ran into a problem with her CFO schedule which required us to go back a second time. Make sure that you are on time to your various exams/interviews/classes !! We would go a day early and stay overnight in a hotel which was just a couple of blocks to the hospital for her exam or to the U.S. embassy. Our transportation consisted of trikes, jeepneys, busses, and taxies each time we went to Manila. If someone is from another island in the Philippines, the travel time and cost is going to be much more.
Each time you pay a fee make sure you keep the receipt / photo of the receipt, or screen shot of the receipt. This is especially true of the various immigration fees that you have to pay. Your immigration fee receipt has a receipt number on it. This is emailed to you. You will only be able to view this once. Be sure to get a screen shot of it or write down the receipt number.
This receipt will also indicate when you will receive the green card (120 days). If you don't receive your green card in that time, you will need the receipt number to track you green card....
There are some other forms that you get that will have some other time periods of when you will receive the green card from the date your spouse is admitted into the U.S. (45 days and 90 days). One of these time periods is given at the U.S. embassy after they collect the passport to have the visa affixed to one of the passport pages. My spouse received her green card almost exactly 120 days from her entry into the U.S.
My spouse received her passport with her visa affixed about one week after her U.S. embassy interview. This was a great day.
Now we were able to book her flight to Texas.
We left the Philippines on December 6, 2023. 120 days later, she had her green card. About two weeks after we arrived in Texas she received her social security card. We changed her social security card to her married name so that she could get her Texas ID issued in her married name.
Now she has a Texas ID card, a bank account, a credit card, and a Texas LTC (license to carry).
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I want to be a Texan 👍
We need this gentleman back on the channel soon!
Thank you Ms PeA… cheers from Mindanao/cdo.