Immigration for your Philippines Spouse: CR1 visa thru to US Citizenship

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  • čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
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    What is the process to bring your Filipino Spouse to the USA and then go all the way to US Citizenship? Topics covered include I-130, USCIS, National Visa Center, US Embassy Manila, Philippines Statistics Authority, CENOMAR, Consulate Interview, Arrival to USA, Conditional and Permanent Green Cards, Naturalization to US Citizenship
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    We prepare an application, it is submitted in the USA to the United States
    citizenship and Immigration service (USCIS),
    And then once USCIS has completed its review, the case goes to the US State
    department’s National Visa Center (NVC) in New Hampshire.
    And finally NVC couriers the case overseas to the US Embassy in Manila for the
    in-person interview and approval of the visa.
    Then your uses the visa to travel to and enter the USA
    Now let's get into the details:
    First we submit a thick package of application forms and supporting documents and
    evidence.
    This is the "front loaded petition" that VisaCoach is famous for.
    My philosophy, the VisaCoach philosophy, which we rigorously follow on every case,
    team VisaCoach works on, is that success, final outcome, final approval,
    depends 99% on the quality of your application that you and we together
    prepare and submit to US immigration.
    We take every opportunity, leave no stone unturned, in making your application
    as complete and persuasive as possible.
    The quality of the work we accomplish at the start, at the "front" of this process,
    determines the ultimate outcome.
    When quality goes in, a positive result comes out.
    The petition package is mailed to USCIS.
    Spouse Visa applications go to Chicago, Dallas or Phoenix
    After initial sorting then the applications are assigned and forwarded to one
    of six USCIS service centers that are scattered throughout the USA.
    At the destination USCIS service center your case is reviewed and processed.
    USCIS takes many months to complete their review.
    Normally, USCIS should complete their review in under 5 months, but recently however,
    under Covid they have been taking around twice as long.
    Hopefully this will improve. Recently I just had two cases emerge from USCIS in a
    super fast, three few months. I don’t know if that is a trend for 2022 (I hope so)
    or an anomaly. It’s too soon to really tell.
    If I get good news later, I will post a short "In a minute" video to update processing
    times. For the time being expect it to be slow.
    Slow or fast, US immigration is like a one lane highway. The sooner you enter
    and get in line the sooner you exit, and the cases that enter after you, will only get to
    Their destination after you do. So the sooner you apply, the sooner this will be behind you.
    The review at USCIS includes an FBI background check. This is usually only on the
    US Citizen’s background, however it will also include your Filipino Spouse if she or he
    had ever lived in the USA for a while.
    When USCIS is satisfied with your application, they "approve", at least as far as
    they are concerned, then hand your case over to the NVC, based in New Hampshire.
    While your case is at NVC, two fees are paid, the visa application fee and the
    affidavit of support fee.
    Then we gather and submit to NVC various civil documents and evidence that they require
    These includc:
    Your Spouse’s Police Clearances
    Marriage and Birth Certificates
    And your financial Evidence
    Once NVC has all of your materials they will review them. This review usually
    takes one or more months. Eventually NVC says you case is "Documentarily Qualified".
    Or DQ.
    Normally, right after your case is documentarily qualified, NVC reaches out
    to the US Embassy in Manila, checks the consulate’s appointment schedule and books
    your spouse’s Interview. They email you to advise the date and time then pack your
    application into a DHL mailbag and ship it off to the Philippines.
    At least that is the way it normally works. The Philippines shut down and shut down
    hard back in March 2020. Since then the shut downs and quarantines have continued,
    and most businesses and services were closed for extended periods, some still have not
    reopened, some only partially reopened.

Komentáře • 144

  • @jimmckay8719
    @jimmckay8719 Před 2 lety +5

    Fred is in the process of helping me start with the complicated and stressful journey to bring my wife to the USA and I can’t thank him enough He’s always there to guide you

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for sharing your comments !!

  • @melisagulti-an9388
    @melisagulti-an9388 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much Fred this video help me understand my spousal visa processing, im a Filipina married to a US citizen and I’m my husband started filling petition for my visa ,God is good and I’m hoping and pray that I can be with him someday soon 🙂

  • @hazeljosimovic7188
    @hazeljosimovic7188 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you sir Fred, I'm here already in US

  • @mikemacgregor4219
    @mikemacgregor4219 Před 2 lety +1

    We got approved from Uscis thank you Mr. Wahl now we need to go through the NVC process.

  • @kevinanthony4693
    @kevinanthony4693 Před rokem

    Thank you Fred Wahl for all you do - highly recommended and grateful for your guidance always

  • @securityvlogger6825
    @securityvlogger6825 Před 2 měsíci

    Very good presentation, Fred

  • @jessetronson3868
    @jessetronson3868 Před 2 lety

    Thanks, Fred. I watch all your videos and updates. Looking forward and still waiting for my fiancee's visa to arrive. Filled in Augst 2021. Hopefully, the NVC picks it up soon.

  • @wandaprock1015
    @wandaprock1015 Před 2 lety

    Great information , thank you 👍

  • @ireneds7401
    @ireneds7401 Před 2 lety

    This is very helpful Sir, thank you so much

  • @markamick9949
    @markamick9949 Před rokem

    Sure would like your help with my situation and advice

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      My assistance is available. Visit VisaCoach.com for details

  • @michaela4817
    @michaela4817 Před 2 lety

    Great info thankyou

  • @ireneds7401
    @ireneds7401 Před 2 lety

    The Lord bless you 🙏

  • @evelynsilva1417
    @evelynsilva1417 Před rokem

    We planning apply spousal visa and me and my husband live together in the philippines for 3yrs now

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      It is possible to apply while both you and your spouse remain in the Philippines together awaiting the results. See www.visacoach.com/stepbystepcr1expat/

  • @robb4816
    @robb4816 Před 10 měsíci

    I just spoke with you and you said marrying my Filipina was a poor choice. I'm sure your wife would disagree when I tried to explain our situation and that I loved her you cut me off with an arrogant attitude. You said since I married her online that there is nothing I can do to bring her here. She is not a scam and we are legally married.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 10 měsíci

      The reason I could not continue speaking with you, after I had already taken 15 minutes from my clients cases, was that you simply were not paying attention. I never said there was anything wrong with marryijng a Filipina. I married one myself quite happily. What I said was, since you knew you were unable to travel to meet in person, instead of marrying online, you should have instead, applied for a fiance visa. To be able to apply for a spouse, you need to "consumate" the marriage in-person for US immigration to accept you as eligible to apply. If you had remained unmarried, you could have applied for a fiance visa, and when applying explain why you can't travel, and asked them to waiver the in-person requirement. I believe that would have gotten her here. Now you are stuck, not eligible to apply for a fiance visa as you are married, and no eligible to apply for a spouse visa as you are married but still have not met in person.

    • @robb4816
      @robb4816 Před 10 měsíci

      Was listening however you interrupted before I could finish speaking and yes I know what you said. You should state upfront that you are not an attorney and are you licenced in any way to represent your" clients" what is the pass fail rate of your clients. You get paid for every case but when your clients loose your not out anything. You should gaurentee if they don't pass that you give them a full refund. Oh and I'm not getting paid for the free advice either.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 10 měsíci

      Absolutely I make it clear I am not an attorney. Sorry, no legitimate attorney or consultant can guarantee immigration results. Good luck with your case.

  • @juancano5110
    @juancano5110 Před 2 lety

    Came across your channel recently. I don’t even know where to start with this stressful situation. I want to bring my fiancé to the USA from Vietnam

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      To start you send an email to info@visacoach.com and ask for "Fiance Visa 101". I will reply with all the basic details to teach you what the process it. Then when you are ready to move forward you can book a time to speak with me to answer any questions you or your fiance may have before we start working together on your case.

  • @loidamalate8898
    @loidamalate8898 Před 2 lety

    Wow I hope my husband Tony Lloyd bring me to south Carolina

  • @roblawrence274
    @roblawrence274 Před rokem

    My Phillipina girlfriend wants to come here to the US, she is separated for over 20 yrs

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      Once her anullment is final, you can apply for a fiance or spouse visa for her. I can help at that time

    • @munangchannel1502
      @munangchannel1502 Před 11 měsíci

      Hello sir, i am also a Filipina was married to japanese before and got divorced here in japan. My fiance and i will get married on December here in Japan, since im currently working here. Should I get Recognition of foreign divorce in the Philippines first to apply fiance or spouse visa to USA?

  • @c.j.sr.1323
    @c.j.sr.1323 Před rokem

    I met my filipino spouse in 2020 and we were married 5/24/22. I really want to get her here very soon. I visited in August for a week. I really love her, and I was wondering what do you all charge for your help?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      To provide full support for a spouse visa my fee is $1,395. If you want information about the process, costs, timing, my service, etc, send your request to info@visacoach.com and ask for Spouse Visa 101.

  • @krzi-o5619
    @krzi-o5619 Před 2 lety

    Hello sir , I only have a couple of questions.
    First , is there an annual income you have to make before they will approve a visa ?
    Second , how much are the total fees , including yours.
    Third , if a person had once got a felony on their record , would that affect the visa. The story is a long one but I’ll try to shorten it for understanding. I was hauling a load of tires in my truck , not knowing there was a limit on the number that could be hauled at one time. And also not knowing that it carried a criminal charge (felony charge). This happened in Ohio.
    These three things are the only things that worry me about trying to bring my wife to America. Been together almost ten years. Been married four years of that ten. I don’t want to spend out the money if one or more of these things would stop me from getting her here. Any information would be most appreciated. And if they aren’t an issue , I’m definitely calling for your services.
    👍👍👍✌️✌️✌️

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Yes, the sponsor needs to demonstrate financial eligibility. www.visacoach.com/k-1-fiance-visa-financial-eligibility/ for summary of fees, etc send email to info@visacoach.com and ask for Fiancee Visa 101. For discussion, opinion on your criminal history discuss that with the consultant or attorney you plan to or have hired.

  • @devierael9931
    @devierael9931 Před 2 lety

    hello have a good day.can i aak how much i need to prepared for all the ducements when get done even the medical all in all.thank you

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      For estimated costs of spouse visa visit www.visacoach.com/fiance-vs-spouse-which-is-better/

  • @melisagulti-an9388
    @melisagulti-an9388 Před rokem

    Hello Fred need your opinion is my passport signature will be a problem on processing my I-130 petition?my passport is on married status but my signature I use is my old one when I’m single..

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      For case specific advice, you should ask the consultant or attorney who is working on your case.

  • @michaelfratini6978
    @michaelfratini6978 Před 2 lety

    My Filipina gf and I have known each other since 2018. We have met and been together 6 times since. Last was March 2022. We are getting married there in Oct. 2022. We are currently applying for our capacity certificate and cenuar. We plan to apply for a spouse visa immediately after. But the big hurdle is money. I own my home here in the US. But I am retired and on a limited income. What should we expect ?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Sounds like you should expect to have a complicated time demonstrating your financial eligibility, see www.visacoach.com/income-requirements-for-marriage-based-immigration/ for the requirements

  • @rayrous8229
    @rayrous8229 Před 2 lety

    When filing the I 129f for a Khmer beneficiary, do I use the original alphabet or the English translation?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      For DIY advice on how to complete immigration forms send your request to info@visacoach.com and ask for "Menu of Services for DIY Fiance Visa Cases"

  • @maryjaneibarat2607
    @maryjaneibarat2607 Před rokem

    Hi,im from Philippines, I have history of immigration record that overstay in other country in China, do you think can affect our CR1 visa process?Thank you

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem +1

      It might, but probably won't.

  • @_jade-yh5gq
    @_jade-yh5gq Před 2 lety

    Good day Sir. I would like to ask if I can use my passport with my last name first for filing form I-130 then I'll just change my passport with husband's last name again after filing form I-130? Thank you!

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      You should decide what name to use after marriage then use it consistently, including getting new passport as needed.

  • @chirpytalkschannel4468

    Hi, thanks for all your videos so far! Thanks for so much of important info!
    I have one question, I am a student on f1 visa, but I have know my boyfriend before coming in the US for studies and we are planning to marry. Would that be ok to give a proof of our long distance relationship along with our current relationship to prove our bonafide relationship? Or would that not be a good idea to mention long distance relationship? Would it used against?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      Choosing which evidence to use to demonstrate a bona fide relationship is a bit complicated`and to do consistenly well needs skill and experience. When I work on a case I go through all the evidence and the full story, and then decide the best and most effective way to present the couple's bona fides. Sorry, no simple answer, without full understanding first.

    • @chirpytalkschannel4468
      @chirpytalkschannel4468 Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach thank you for your reply! I was in a long distance relationship for over 2 years and then I came here on F1 to study and see how things will out with him in person, and now we decided to marry after all it is now almost 3 years of our relationship and love. That is what I meant to ask if we should present our long distance or not?
      And, the more I would like to discuss on call with you.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Having arrived on a non-immigrant visa and now planning to marry a US citizen and remain permanently in the USA the type of process you will apply for is called "Concurrent Filing". for details visit www.visacoach.com/concurrent-filing-adjustment-of-status/

  • @emmanuelchavarria4926

    Hello Fred, I known my filipina girlfriend since 2018. She left the US in 2020 when covid began. Its been harder to visit her cause of the pandemic and inflation these last 2-3 years. We been communicating everyday. We decided to patiently wait since its been harder to visit with all problems especially with the immigration we have in the US now. Right now she is doing au pair until may 2024. I plan on visiting her next year on doing a spouse visa to get married and start the process since fiancé visa gotten taken more time like spouse visa now. She has a social security card with restrictions. I was wondering if I can do a head start on spouse visa application before heading to the Philippines before marrying her? Just so it can be a faster process than waiting 9-12 months after marrying. The waiting has been frustrating cause of these unfortunate circumstances.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem +1

      The "head start" is by hiring me a few months BEFORE you plan to travel. That way we can get the logistics out of the way and arm you with detailed instructions and checklists to take on your trip to insure that you do what is needed, document it properly and bring back all that is useful to your case so we could submit your application without additional delay right after your return. You can not "submit" until you are actually married. You CAN start working early so that you can submit IMMEDIATELY once the wedding takes place.

  • @user-hg8vk9sf4d
    @user-hg8vk9sf4d Před rokem

    Hello Mr.Fred, I have a question regarding my case with my Girlfriend in the Philippines, I've been with her for a year and almost 5 months now, but she's still married in Philippines, but they are not together anymore for a long time. I'm wondering if it's still legal to get her in the US with fiance visa? Without her being annulled in the Philippines?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem +1

      To be eligible to apply for a fiance visa, or to marry you, your gf must first get un-married.

  • @armidabombane945
    @armidabombane945 Před rokem

    Hi Sir what if my fiancee only had 4400$ a month income because his a retired military can I still apply spouse visa i hope you cam answer my question

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      the financial eligibility requirements for fiance visa are shown at www.visacoach.com/k-1-fiance-visa-financial-eligibility/ Your partner's eligibility depends on his annual income combined with what his household size it.

  • @angelaallanciano2308
    @angelaallanciano2308 Před 2 lety

    What are the easiest way to process a spousal visa? Fixing here in the philippines or to the US? Thank you.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      Easiest way? Hire VisaCoach and follow my expert guidance. See www.visacoach.com//testimonials/ for reviews of the service provided.

  • @jovelynlucenesio3202
    @jovelynlucenesio3202 Před rokem

    Hi sir my husband already filled our papers together with my daughter( spouse visa). He received a notice that the USCIS received the package but until now we still did not hear anything from them. My question is, can i apply a tourist visa while waiting for our papers to approve? Thank you.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      you can apply for a tourist visa at any time.

  • @_jade-yh5gq
    @_jade-yh5gq Před 2 lety

    Good Day Sir! I would like to ask if by filling Cr1 Visa is online or I have to send all our documents by fedex to USCIS? Is my husband who will file cr1 or I can file Sir? Thank you!

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      The US Citizen or US Lawful resident is the one who submits the application. He/she can choose to submit online or via hardcopy. My philosophy is that it is critical to prove the foreign applicant is eligible by showing well chosen proof that the couple's relationship and plans are "bona fide". The best way to achieve this is by sending in a hardcopy package.

  • @brianself1410
    @brianself1410 Před rokem

    Hello Fred, I'm married to that Lady 2 lines down. She has 3 children ages 13,10,8. they will immigrate with her. do I need to fill out separate 1-130 for each child? this question has been on my mind. every time i call my attorney he charges me 300.00 per hour.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      Each immigrant needs their own individual application.

  • @gerardesteban6830
    @gerardesteban6830 Před 2 lety

    Hi Sir! Im currently on active duty military and will be marrying a filipino national on December in the Philippines. What type of visa would you recommend us to pursue? Since I will be stationed back in the states after and on a ship, would I be eligible for expeditious process? Thanks in advance!

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      As you stated you will marry in December. There is no choice of visa, there is only the spouse visa. If being imminently deployed for overseas duty, you might be granted expedite. For stations in USA, you get in line with every one else.

  • @gerardesteban6830
    @gerardesteban6830 Před rokem

    Good day!
    I’m looking for assistance specifically for case transfer request from a US Consulate in Naples, Italy to the US embassy in Manila. I recently filed the I-130 on behalf of my spouse through direct consular filing overseas since I’m in the military. It got approved and was told to contact the embassy in PH. I did the case transfer inquiry form through their website but wasn’t sure if there is anything else I need to do afterwards. Are you able to assist the next steps? Looking at the status the case says it is “ready”. Any help is appreciated! Thank you!!

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      For your ongoing case you should reach out to the consultant or attorney who is working with you. If you wish me to get involved, send your request to info@visacoach.com and I will reply with "Menu of Services for Ongoing cases"

  • @douchemasetsor3994
    @douchemasetsor3994 Před rokem

    Big Fred....please I will like to know if my denied dv lottery in 2010 be a Red flag in my 2022 Cr 1 visa interview

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      Depends. If you won lottery and had DV lottery interview and were denied, then that reason for denial might haunt you. If you just did not "win" the lotter then should have no effect.

    • @douchemasetsor3994
      @douchemasetsor3994 Před rokem

      Yes boss....I won and was denied because I didn't follow the require instructions .becos I added the names of my biological kids

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem +1

      Good luck.

  • @evelynsilva1417
    @evelynsilva1417 Před rokem

    We just want to visit in the USA with my husband and live here in the philippines do i still need to apply a spousal visa?or its ok if i just apply a tourist visa to visit in the USA

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      If you have no intention to live in the USA and only want to visit, you are only eligible to apply for a visitor visa.

  • @andiekim1314
    @andiekim1314 Před rokem

    Hi Fred I got married in US and came back here in the Philippines because my visa got expired that time and planning to process my papers here in the Philippines. My case just got approved last week. My question is do I need to register our marriage here in the Philippines? And if not, is that a one reason for suspicion by the interviewer?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      A spouse being interviewed at Manila needs present a Cenomar that indicates she or he is married to the visa sponsor. Cenomar is only updated if the foreign marriage is registered. As far as what looks "suspicious" best is you speak with the consultant or attorney working with you.

    • @andiekim1314
      @andiekim1314 Před rokem

      @@Visacoach so the answer is I really need to register it here in the Philippines? I don't have a consultant or lawyer

  • @Ch_uot
    @Ch_uot Před 2 lety

    Hello, Fred it;s probably a random question out of the contest of your video, but searching on internet have give me many answer and i don't know what to believe. Does being denied from an ESTA can affect my K1 visa?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Depends on reason for denial.

    • @Ch_uot
      @Ch_uot Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach how can you know the reason?
      Thank you for your answer

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      If you don't know why your visa was denied, well you can apply for another one, tourist or k1. During that process if there is an onerous reason for the esta denial that applies to other visas, the information would come out during the course of processing.

  • @mrsl6136
    @mrsl6136 Před rokem

    Hi fred i am married to my american citizen husband for almost 5 years . We are married here in the philippines since 2018, but i wanted to come to the states to meet and live where my husband live his whole life ,my husband doesnt want me to go to the states alone because i have a son who his last name is in his biological father.. do you think i can bring my son with me to apply for the CR1 visa ? I really appreciate if you can help me with an answer in my question .... tyvm 😊

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      If the child is the biological offspring of the American Citizen and was born while the American was a US citizen, then the child IS also a US citizen and can travel to USA anytime, with or without you.

  • @marcanthonysuyo7879
    @marcanthonysuyo7879 Před 2 lety

    What are the requirements for the part of an american citizen if he/she wants to be married here in philippines and how & where he/she can get that requirements? Hoping for your kind reply Sir Fred. Thank you.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      You Filipino partner contacts the civil authorities in the town where she wants the marriage to be conducted, and ask them for detailed instructions. If that town's procedures are two complicated she goes a town over and rinse and repeat. Sorry it is the town that sets the rules.

    • @marcanthonysuyo7879
      @marcanthonysuyo7879 Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much Sir Fred, We really appreciate your help. God bless.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Most Welcome !!

  • @fatimaezzahra7750
    @fatimaezzahra7750 Před 2 lety

    Hello sir , I’m a k1 visa holder. And I’m currently in the USA i want to apply for adjustment of Status but I didn’t do my vaccinations in my home country simply because i choose to do them in the USA
    Where can I get the vaccines in the USA ?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      Anywhere vaccinations are administered. This sounds like a question based on lack of awareness of American life. You should ask your new spouse to answer such questions and help to orient you to living in a new country.

  • @carlsmith9077
    @carlsmith9077 Před rokem

    They are services now that will allow me to marry my Filipina gf of 4 years online without meeting in person. In that 4 years we have video chatted too many times to count and it's not an issue to marry her this way vs going to meet her in person for a week just to return and apply for a K1 & be forced to marry anyway within 30 days. We have had 4 years to make that choice already. My question is, once we do the online wedding, which is recognized as legal both here in the US and the Philippines, shouldn't I then be able to start the CR1 visa process to get her to the US without requiring me to waste time and money to visit there 7 days ? I'd much rather spend that money toward her CR1 and the wedding & I never wanted to get on a plane if I could avoid it lol. I also should add that I make 42K a year which should be plenty to support her till her green card process is done. Thanks

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      Sorry to hear that traveling to meet your partner in person is "a waste of time and money". US immigration, views romance cases (K1 or CR1) with suspicion. You only overcome that suspicion with evidence of a bona fide relationship. They don't even consider your bona fides if you can't prove an in-person meeting. For a K1 your in-person meeting must take place within 2 years prior to applying. For a spouse visa, your in-person meeting must take place at the wedding or after, and only then can you apply. See www.visacoach.com/web-conference-online-proxy-marriage-for-cr1-spouse-visa/ for info on online weddings.

  • @genagalola2773
    @genagalola2773 Před 2 lety

    Hello can you help with my filling for visa!? I am married to a US citizen

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Please send y our request to info@visacoach.com and I will reply with information and video. Please ask for "Spouse Visa 101"

  • @captaincash190
    @captaincash190 Před 2 lety

    Good day sir…. My wife is an American citizen and our case is now in the NVC ,Please I wish to ask how many months will it take for NVC to give me an interview appointment date ?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Best is you take this question to the consultant or attorney who is familiar with ALL the details of your case, he/she might be able to provide an informed answer..

    • @captaincash190
      @captaincash190 Před 2 lety

      Ok sir - thank you so much for your reply.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Welcome !!

  • @lightinfinity7415
    @lightinfinity7415 Před rokem

    Hello Sir, I'm an Active Duty Service that station in Germany. I'm planning to get her a Fiancée visa and get marriage in States. But i am station in Germany, is my fiancée able to go with me in Germany after we get married in states? If not, are we able to get married in Germany and live here until I pcs?

  • @luisdsant
    @luisdsant Před 2 lety

    Hello Fred! I am getting my Mexican citizenship and was hoping to bring my wife from the Philippines to Mexico so we could complete this process there. Is that possible?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      I have no information on Mexican immigration.

    • @luisdsant
      @luisdsant Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach sorry, my question want clear. What I meant was: would it be possible for my wife, who's Filipina, to complete this immigration process while she lives in Mexico with me?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Yes, we can apply for US immigration while she is living in Mexico. See www.visacoach.com/stepbystepcr1expat/ for details

  • @brianharris5637
    @brianharris5637 Před 2 lety

    I have a complicated situation. The woman i am about to marry first is transgender. Second, i have a criminal background so i need to know what "crimes" would stop a CR1

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Adam Walsch Act crimes stop a CR1. If this applies to you, do confer with an experienced attorney.

  • @X8XTheGameX8X
    @X8XTheGameX8X Před 2 lety

    Hello Fred, would you happen to know how one can bring their spouse from Yemen? I would love to hire you if we can make it happen

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      The process to apply for and bring your spouse to USA is described at www.visacoach.com/spouse-visa/

    • @X8XTheGameX8X
      @X8XTheGameX8X Před 2 lety

      Sorry let me be a bit specific. Is it possible to bring a spouse from Yemen since there a ban was placed on them. Also there is no operating embassy there so how would that work? Would it take longer than normal cases?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      It is my understanding that the ban has been lifted. Yemini's are interviewed at Cairo. Probably will take as long as normal. About year and a half

  • @immiqureshi4201
    @immiqureshi4201 Před 2 lety

    Hi visa coach . I am in uk overstayed my visa and my girlfriend is usa citizen and we been talking and chatting from last 2 years and we loves eachother truly and 2 weeks back she visited to London to meet me and she went back to usa and we decided to get married and live together forever . Well that short visit we have few photos together and hitel room booking on her nd my name too . Well being an overstayer in uk she can't file my application for Cr1 even though we get married for this i need to move my home land (Pakistan to get married there and then she can petition i130 as i am ready to leave uk soon and she is going to come down Pakistan for marriage so my Question is we meet already once and 2nd time in my home land we decided to get married for sake of love so us it enough to get married on 2nd meeting coz it's so expensive for her to travel 2nd time to uk and on 3rd meet we get married is it ok on 2nd meeting on my home land we legally do our ceremony? Thanks visa coach. I spoke to her to refer our case to you . Hoping a reply from you thanks .

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety +1

      When I work with my couples, I get to know their situations, then provide them with a personalized checklist of what proofs, based on their situation will lead to success. Sorry there is no simplistic "one trip not enough, two trips is enough. Sometimes one trip is plenty, and two trips is not enough.

  • @kimberlyfernandez2919
    @kimberlyfernandez2919 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Fred! Me and my boyfriend are in a relationship for a year now. He visited my thrice this year and we are planning to get married next year, but we are also considering options if we should process a k1 visa first before doing so. Which path do you think is better for the both of us? Spousal visa or K1? I'd really appreciate your help!

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      There is never a simplistic answer to "which path is better". It all depends on your personal preferences. The fiance visa process is currently taking over 18 months, So if you want to "marry next year". Then you would choose the spouse visa, ie: next year marry, then apply, and about 2 years later join your spouse in the USA. See www.visacoach.com/fiance-vs-spouse-which-is-better/

  • @havefaith9063
    @havefaith9063 Před rokem

    Hi Mr. Fred Wahl is it valid we met my fiancee in USA year 2000 but we have decided to marry soon if i can come to USA again. Is it necessary to meet him again here in Philippines?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      To be eligible for a Fiance visa the last meeting needs to have occured no longer than 2 years ago. Where you meet is not critical as long as you meet in-person. Having said that, a meeting that offers the opportunity to meet friends and family as couple offers more ways to demonstrate your relationship is bona fide.

    • @havefaith9063
      @havefaith9063 Před rokem

      @@Visacoach Thank you very much Mr. Fred Wahl

    • @havefaith9063
      @havefaith9063 Před rokem

      Mr. Fred Wahl I am already annuled and as i have mentioned I met in person with my Fiance last 2000 and we been together 6 months in US year 2000. Do we need more to renew our meeting in person with in two years to become eligible or our history of meeting in year 2000 is already eligible? if ever we are eligible as a bona fide relationship can he be qualified to apply this time for a petition for fiance visa in USA?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      Already asked and answered. An in-person meeting less than 2 years old is required in order to be eligible to apply for a fiance visa.

  • @shawntan8162
    @shawntan8162 Před 2 lety

    hi guys can you help me . can i petition my fiance even though i still have a green card>?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      A green card holder is not eligible to apply for fiance, only for spouse.

  • @ireneds7401
    @ireneds7401 Před 2 lety

    Good day Sir. May I ask how long does it take for the application for spousa visa? (CR1)

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Once Covid backlogs are gone, should be around 18 to 20 months. While the backlogs are still being reduced, expect it to take longer.

    • @ireneds7401
      @ireneds7401 Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach Thank you so much Sir for responding. May I ask if there any consultation fee if ever we decide to ask for your help or assistance in processing our spouse visa?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      If you are planning to hire professional help to guide you through the process, then you are welcome to book my time to speak about your case free of charge. My appointments calendar is shown at www.visacoach.com/schedule/.
      If however you are planning a Do it yourself case, or you have an ongoing case and you want my time and advice, I do offer 30 minutes for $150. www.visacoach.com/one-to-one/

    • @ireneds7401
      @ireneds7401 Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach Thank you so much for your response Sir. I'd love to seek help from someone who is already knowledgeable like you about this visas Sir, I'll contact you Sir if ever we decide to ask for professional help. Again thank you so much. God bless you and your family.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      Good luck !!

  • @evelynsilva1417
    @evelynsilva1417 Před rokem

    How much the cost of applying spousal visa?

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před rokem

      For current cost information visit www.visacoach.com/cr1-visa-costs/

  • @joebidet2050
    @joebidet2050 Před 10 měsíci

    My advice to American men
    You marry a foreign woman
    Try all means possible to stay in her country
    Enuff said

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 10 měsíci

      My opinion is USA is a great country to live and to raise kids. I have "my cake and eat it too". I brought my spouse from Hongkong with our oldest two kids (4 and 7 at that time) and have lived happily together in San Diego every since 1999. Best country, best place, best wife, best kids (now adults). I am super happy to be here with them. I would not have it any other way.

  • @rramina.8810
    @rramina.8810 Před 6 měsíci

    Please watch this man. You may be a victim of his advice.

  • @bubbsnova2014
    @bubbsnova2014 Před 2 lety

    I am very disappointed that you will not respond to my e mails for help.

    • @Visacoach
      @Visacoach  Před 2 lety

      I am surprised to hear this. Every day, even most holidays, I or my staff check and reply to all messages. Best is that you type carefully our email address when sending your message. Our email address is info@visacoach.com. Or telephone our offices at 1-800-806-3210. And if the above don't work, then visit VisaCoach and there is a link from each page to contact us. Once we receive your message we will take appropriate action.

    • @bubbsnova2014
      @bubbsnova2014 Před 2 lety

      @@Visacoach thank you for the reply. I will try again