Category: US Visa

Sudden Death Of US Petitioner Complicate Immigration Processes For K3 Visa Applicants

| December 15, 2011 | 0 Comments

The K3 visa is issued to the foreign spouse of a US citizen. If approved, this will enable the visa holder to file and adjust his or her residency application inside the United States. But what if the petitioner dies unexpectedly during the visa application or residency application? Will it prevent the US spouse visa [...]

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Approval Rates For Unemployed US Tourist Visa Applicants

| December 14, 2011 | 0 Comments

Slim approval chances are waiting for unemployed US tourist visa applicants. With their present situation, overcoming the so-called “immigrant intent” can be very difficult. Unless, they can present other evidence of their strong ties in the Philippines, only then can they secure a favorable decision. How employment influences US tourist visa applications Employment is a [...]

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K1 and Tourist – Can You Apply For Both Visas?

| December 12, 2011 | 0 Comments

Submitting a US tourist visa application while there is an ongoing K1 visa application is strictly prohibited. This stems from the fact that no individual can hold two (2) visas at the same time. A glaring misconception K1 visa applications are processed in six (6) to nine (9) months. This is because it is examined [...]

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How Soon Can I Re-Apply For My Denied US Tourist Visa?

| December 8, 2011 | 0 Comments

There are no limits with regards to the number of US tourist visa re-application that an intending visitor can submit. As long as they have sufficient funds to pay the embassy fee, there is no problem with the re-application. But the biggest question often confronted by applicants is how soon can they lodge a new [...]

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Why The Relationship’s Length Does Not Matter During K1 Visa Applications

| November 11, 2011 | 0 Comments

Regardless of the amount of time spent together, transnational couples who have plans of getting married in the United States are eligible to apply for a K1 visa. This is in stark contrast to other settlement visas (i.e UK unmarried partner visa) where a timeframe is observed before a visa application is lodged. Important elements [...]

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The 4 Application Form Blunders That Resulted To Frustrating Denials

| November 2, 2011 | 1 Comment

Application form blunders often bear unfortunate consequences when securing a visa approval. It makes the application inconsistent and weak. It is prone to doubt and uncertainty. As a matter of fact an applicant can be refused simply because a mandatory question was left unanswered. To avoid such scenarios, the visa team compiled a list of [...]

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US Visa Interview Questions That You Should Know

| October 25, 2011 | 0 Comments

Compared to gathering all the necessary requirements, applicants often find themselves struggling over US visa interviews. Convincing consular officers that they shall return in the Philippines, plus language barriers, indeed, make the whole process pretty difficult and complicated. Mock interviews will do. But it is much better if one has an idea of the questions [...]

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US Visas Demand Police Certificates From Applicants That Previously Stayed Outside The Philippines

| October 21, 2011 | 0 Comments

 A police certificate is a major requirement that consular officers ask from US visa applicants who have a history of living outside the Philippines. This is most especially true for those who were once working abroad. Why do they need to see the certificate? Public safety and security best explain the need for a police [...]

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Ongoing Petitions Subject US Non-Immigrant Visa Applicants To High Denial Risks

| October 19, 2011 | 1 Comment

High denial rates await US non-immigrant visa applicants should they try to leave the Philippines prior to the approval of their ongoing petition. This is primarily based on the principle that an individual cannot apply for two (2) visas at the same time. The impression Applying for non-immigrant visas (US tourist visa, US business visa [...]

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The 3-Month Rule During Visa Applications—How It Secures Immediate Approval

| October 13, 2011 | 0 Comments

Preparing for at least three (3) months before the intended departure saves applicants from denial risks, inconvenience and increased expenses. This is in stark contrast to rushed visa applications that often cause individuals to commit unintentional mistakes in their application. The 3-month time frame For the visa team, the 3-month timeframe is enough to carefully [...]

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