Visit the U.S. Embassy on the date and time of your interview. You will need to bring a printed copy of the following:
- Appointment confirmation
- DS-160 confirmation page
- One recent 2″x2″ photo ID (in white background)
- Current passport and all old passports
NOTE: Applications without all of these items will not be accepted.
- Bring also your supporting documents
There are also things NOT allowed inside the Embassy such as mobile phones, devices with on/off, etc. These pieces of information are stated on your Appointment Confirmation letter, so please read that document thoroughly.
Interview proper is next. I created a separated blog post from experience during the interview. Click HERE to read. By reading, you’ll know the questions thrown at me during the interview and how I answered them. =)
Believe me, I was nervous during the interview! But I tried to keep my cool and composure. You can do it, too!
After the interview, you’ll know immediately if your visa is approved or denied. If approved, your passport will be delivered in the address specified in your Appointment Confirmation.
By the way, after the interview – I was approved and got my 10-year multiple entry US visa after 3 days!
So I wish you all the best in your US tourist visa application! =)
last question po, pag apply nyu po ng usa visa ila month bago ang interview?
in short for 1 month na tapos mo ang application and received the visa within 3 days?
Hi Marifel, You’re right, it took me almost a month for the application process alone. And after 3 days my visa was home delivered! Approved =)
Here is the timeline of my application:
Day 1: Read Blogs
Day 5: Book Hostel Accommodations (I need this information prior to submitting the Application form online).
Day 6: Get myself an ID picture both digital and hardcopy
Day 8: Pay for the Visa Fee
Day 9: Submit Application Form Online (I am rushing, I know!)
Day 9: Schedule Interview Appointment. Note that I chose the earliest available date which is 21 days away!
Day 30: Day of Interview. On this day, you’ll immediately know whether you’re approved or not.
Day 33: I received my visa home delivered.
Hi poh ask lng poh ako if posible ba makakuha ako ng Us tourist visa ung bf ko kasi gusto nya mag vacation ako sa kanya pru xa ung gagastos ng lahat. Pru my work ako dito sa saudi. Posible ba ako mka kuha ng visa? Thanks
Ilang days po bago pakapag PA schedule ng appointment
Hi Marife, the interview took place 21 days after I scheduled my appointment online. I hope this is the one you’re asking. If not, the timeline of my application process is on the “When and Where to Apply” section of my this blog–you may read it again.
Bakit po palagi no valid record can be found for the entered receipt number pag magpapa appointment na for interview?? Bali 3days na po ako nakabayad sa BPI
Pwede po pahingi ng travel
Itinerary? Pls thanks. dawn_albina@yahoo.com
Hi Dawn, I sent it to you via email.
Hope it helps!
Regards,
Dan
Penge po travel itinerary
Hi! I would appreciate if you can further explain why you are needing it.
Thank you! 🙂
Sir ako dn po. Ska sir ask ko lng po kinuha po b un passport nyo pra mkta nya kung saan n po kyo nakabisita? Thanks po
Hi Dan, I am also a digital nomad, working online anywhere. Can you please give me hint, how much money do I need in my bank account before I apply for US Visa? Btw, I have a Japan, Korean & Egyptian visa, is this an advantage for applying US Visa?
Happy to connect with another digital nomad! What do you do online?
With regards to how much money needed on your bank account, I am totally not sure. This is actually NOT a requirement during the application process but I still had brought my bank account/certificates during the interview in case the interviewer asked for it. It has more than 100K Php.
As long as you are able to explain how does your stream of income come in, you’ll be fine. If your salary is not enough for them, then I guess that’s the time the interviewer will ask how much savings do you have on your bank account. In my case, I was asked more about my personal background and the nature of my work. If you haven’t read my blog about my US Interview experience, here is the link: https://dantravels.org/how-i-got-my-10-year-multiple-entry-us-visa-my-experience-during-application-interview/
I wish you luck on your application.
Regards,
Daniel
Good pm po Dan.
Ano pong requirements makakuha ng tourist visa.
Sana po matulongan m ako
Salamat po
Hi, may I request for a copy of your itineraries. I’m working on my ITR at the moment and establishing my savings account as I’m planning to apply for US visa. Would appreciate if you can help me with the travel itineraries. My email add is deekyam@gmail.com. Thank you in advance..
Sure!
I will send it first thing in the morning! Good night for now!
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Hi Dan, very informative blog.
???
Can you please send me a copy of your itinerary?
Is flight reservation one of the requirements?
Thanks Dan~
God bless!
Keep inspiring us…
Reading your blog from Vietnam ??
Hi Sarah,
I just sent it to your email. Check your inbox, please.
And nope, flight reservation is not a requirement.
Thank you for your kind words.
Hugs from Thailand!
Hi Dan! May I ask for your sample itinerary please? Thanks!
Hi Kristine,
I just sent it to you via email. =)
Regards,
Dan
Dan Travels. How if unemployed po ako may posibilidad kayang maapprove ako?siusupportahan lang kasi ako ng asawa ko na nasa US
Hi Sheryl,
During the day of my interview, there was one Filipina who was also applying for a US visa. The same case as yours, she was unemployed and was just relying on the remittances of her husband from the US. I was next to her on queue for the interview (so I heard her conversation with the interviewer). She was REJECTED because she has no job here in the Philippines and did not build strong rootedness to the Philippines (that’s what I felt). The interviewer was like “But you have no job. You can’t just rely on the money given by your husband when you’re in the US. The US is not like the Philippines. Blah blah blah”. My observation was, she did not really have proven her rootedness to the Philippines because she has no job. Will she ever come back to the Philippines? What will be BIG the reason for her to come back to the Philippines? I think if you work on that first, you will have a good chance of getting a US visa.
Just a disclaimer though, it’s all gonna be case to case. The case might be really different on your side. But I hope you work on the gaps you see possible reasons for US visa rejection.
But anyway if you think you’re ready and you have your husband to sponsor your trip, make it clear that he will pay for your trip and have supporting documents to back that up such as your sponsor’s passport copy, his bank certificates, his employment certificate, hostel bookings. Bottom line is, ensure that you can prove the financial stability of your sponsor. So bring all the documents that can prove and support that.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dan
Tnx dan!!!
Yeah no problem about sponsors he have work and properties there (own house and lot)and ready syang gumawa ng letter of invitation at sasabihin nyang sya magsponsor sakin… ang kinakatakot ko lang is baka madenied ako hehehe…ayaw nya kasi ako magwork sabi nya wait na lang nya petition ko but while waiting the petition pwede pa rin b ako magtour?
What are the requirements for sponsired tourist visa?
Hi Jean!
If you’re asking for a Tourist Visa B1/B2, then it should be with the same requirements.
If you have a sponsor, make it clear as to who will pay for your trip and have supporting documents to back that up such as your sponsor’s passport copy, his/her bank certificates, his/her employment certificate, hostel bookings. Bottom line is, ensure that you can prove the financial stability of your sponsor. So bring all the documents that can prove and support that.
Good luck with your application!
Hi po dantravels
Tnong ko lang po, paano makakuha ng tourist visa puntang US, dto lng ako s pilipinas, nagstop ng trabaho, d ako pna p trabaho noong nagka boyfriendn ako, pro yng bf ko ang ggastos, almost 4 years n p kmi.
kc nong sya ang my schedule pnta dto, n canceled dhil s pndemya, kya ngayon ako nalang ppnta doon,
Just additional information for those asking how to support their US visa application and to get a good chance of approval.
According to the U.S. embassy, you need to have strong and concrete proofs that you will come back to the Philippines for you to be granted a visa. With that, here are some factors that could affect your chances.
1. Travel experience
If you’re well-traveled, it will be easier to prove that your intention of going to the U.S. is just for tourism. The more countries you’ve visited in the past, the better.
2. Established career
Having a great job in the Philippines is another compelling reason to prove that you will return home and you will not be tempted by the possible opportunities in the States (it’s not called the land of opportunity for nothing). Your chances of getting a visa are better if you’ve had a stable job for a considerable amount of years.
3. Financial capability
A trip to the U.S. is expensive, and you definitely need to prove that you can afford it. If you have a sponsor, make it clear as to who will pay for your trip and have supporting documents to back that up.
4. Be truthful
We cannot stress this enough: Always tell the truth. The U.S. embassy will review your application thoroughly and any discrepancy they find will be a red flag. Be honest about everything that the consul will ask you, be it about your relatives in the States or your itinerary. Applying for a tourist visa means that you’re planning to visit the U.S. for tourism and not for anything else.
Good day po, Thanks for sharing your experiance. i came to your blog just to read about the US VISA. I am currently working in Abroad as Secretary in a Group of Companies. Can you share your US itinerary po. Thank you po?
Hi Alexander,
I sent my itinerary to you. Check your email inbox.
Regards,
Dan
Hi Dan, can u help me for travel itenery plz?sent it to my yahoo avcastro1979@yahoo.com coz me and my wife plan to visit as a tourist in hawaii usa and plz give me an idea that our sponsor there in hawaii provide us a strong proof that they avail or support us for our vacation in hawaii ?and also one of our problem is my wife not much good enough to speak in english what is your advice tnx and gobless
Hi Anthony,
Sorry but the itinerary I’ve prepared was for California, US; not for Hawaii, US.
If you have a sponsor, make it clear as to who will pay for your trip and have supporting documents to back that up such as your sponsor’s passport copy, his/her bank certificates, his/her employment certificate, hostel bookings and any financial documents from your sponsor. Bottom line is, ensure that you can prove the financial stability of your sponsor. So bring all the documents that can prove and support that.
Make sure you have REASONS TO COME BACK to the Philippines (example – you need to return to PH because your work needs you). Same as your wife. This is always the red flag for visa denial.
As for your wife’s fluency in English, just do the talking. Assuming you’ll apply together and intend to visit the US together, you and your wife will be interviewed together but you can do all the talking. If she is specifically asked by the interviewer, you can help her in translating. (Assuming your wife goes ALONE to the US, she probably would get denied due to her lack of fluency.)
Hope this helps.
Good luck with your application!
Hi! May i know what did you put in the point of contact in the US in your D160 form.
Hi Dulce,
I booked a room accommodation and that is the information I used to fill up the point of contact in DS 160 form. To know more about this, read this blog especially the “STEP 2” where I’ve explained how I normally book my room accommodations.
The screenshot below is an excerpt from my DS160 point of contact.
http://prntscr.com/ob8ae9
Hope this helps.
Hi Dan! Could you please send me your itinerary? Thank you. Here’s my email : ysajoson@yahoo.com
Hi Ysa,
Email sent. Kindly check your inbox. For security purposes, NO NEED TO SHOW YOUR EMAIL AD HERE. The email ad you filled up prior to commenting would be enough.
Regards,
Dan
Dan Travels. Thank you?is their a chance po ba..kasi wala akong stable work nor gov.employee iam goin to apply want to visit my bf his american citizen..with his help financially also?just reading here some experiences.(my previous question) thank you?
Ps. My travel experience started 2004 southeast asia..china lang po ang my visa ko.
Hi Marilyn,
I feel like you will have a lesser chance of approval with your current situation. According to the U.S. embassy, you need to have strong and concrete proofs that you will come back to the Philippines for you to be granted a visa. With that, here are some factors that could affect your chances.
1. Travel experience
If you’re well-traveled, it will be easier to prove that your intention of going to the U.S. is just for tourism. The more countries you’ve visited in the past, the better!
2. Established career
Having a great job in the Philippines is another compelling reason to prove that you will return home and you will not be tempted by the possible opportunities in the States (it’s not called the land of opportunity for nothing). Your chances of getting a visa are better if you’ve had a stable job for a considerable amount of years.
3. Financial capability
A trip to the U.S. is expensive, and you definitely need to prove that you can afford it. If you have a sponsor, make it clear as to who will pay for your trip and have supporting documents to back that up.
4. Be truthful
We cannot stress this enough: Always tell the truth. The U.S. embassy will review your application thoroughly and any discrepancy they find will be a red flag. Be honest about everything that the consul will ask you, be it about your relatives in the States or your itinerary. Applying for a tourist visa means that you’re planning to visit the U.S. for tourism and not for anything else.
If you think you can further improve your situation by filling in your gaps from the above-mentioned factors/criteria, then you would have a bigger chance of getting approved.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dan
Hello po, applicable po ba sa akin ang B1/B2 na visa type if papa puntahin ako ni client for training and also para daw ma observe ko ang daily operations dun.. Bookkeeper pala ako nang company..
Yes, assuming it’s for short-term business purposes.
Take note that the B1 visa is a temporary/non-immigrant US visa that permits visitors to enter the U.S. for business purposes.
Types of activity covered include:
-consulting with clients or business associates,
-conferences, seminars, or conventions,
-carrying out research,
-to take part in legal negotiations or proceedings.
Thank you po.. I read your blog po, and I followed your step by step process.. Muntikan na po akong kumuha nang agent para may yumulong sa akin, nung nalaman ko na 25k yung babayaran ko, ang research nlng ako, at sumali sa fb group and luckily nakita ko blog mo.. Very helpful po talaga ito..
Aww thank you so much, Rediza.
God bless you and your application ?
hello po, my question ulit ako, paano po if walang middle name ang nakalagay sa DS 160 po? importante po ba na dapat ilagay ang middle name? may nababasa kasi ako na need daw ang middle name. TIA
Hi Rediza,
When I filled up mine, I did not include my Middle Name as it was clearly NOT asked on the DS form. I only provided my First Name & Last Name as it appears on my passport.
For your reference, here is my DS 160 showing the names I provided: http://dantravels.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/DS-160-Name-provided.jpg
Regards,
Dan
Hi, Dan! Can you send your itinerary to this email: itsczarry@gmail.com
thanks. It’ll help me complete my application faster.
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Hi sir good morning po… My fiance was petition sa kanyang father po… F11 po then meron na po siyang appointment and schedule for us visa interview po… Meron PO akung concern sir after fill up po sa ustraveldocs(dot)com meron pong sabi na nagamit na po Yung application nya po Kasi seaman Kasi siya sir … Hindi nami Alam Kung ano Ang dapat gawin.. please po sir I badly need your advice… Salamat po Godbless po
Hi Mae,
I am not so familiar with your case. Sorry if I am not able to help you.
Regards,
Daniel
Hello Po sir. Tanong ko Lang Po.
1. Need ko Po ba mag bayad muna before mag fill up Ng D160 form?
2. Okay Lang Po ba iba Ang mag bayad? Gawa nalang ako Ng authorization letter?
Hi Jamaica,
1. You can also fill up the DS160 form first, it’s perfectly fine. However, you cannot schedule your appointment without receipt of payment.
2. I think it’s fine. I am assuming you’ll pay it via BPI over-the-counter. Just ensure that the bank teller is aware that it’s under your name. I remember I was asked by the bank teller to whom the payment is for and I said it was for me.
Hi. Your blog is so informative, thanks for sharing it. My fiancée is in between jobs right now but we’re thinking of starting up a business. Will that be a flag for them when approving his visa, you think? Thanks for your time.
Hi Tin,
I am not sure if I understand the situation well. Starting a business in the Philippines or elsewhere?
But in general, here are the things that could be a red flag:
-No international travel experience
-No established career
-Not capable to travel financially
-Having inaccurate information (be truthful!)
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dan
Hi, thanks for the previous reply. Just to clarify what I meant was while he’s looking for the next job, we’re thinking of starting up a business there in the Philippines.
Will that be sufficient enough to show financial abilities and rootedness there to get approved for a visa? Or should he just wait for a job instead and then apply for visa? Thanks so much for your time.
Hi Tin,
When you say ‘starting up a business’, it means it is not yet established, right?
In my opinion, either wait until he has a regular job or wait until the business is already established (like getting revenue, profits, etc). I think that would be a safe timing to apply.
Regards,
Dan
Thank you, Dan! Very helpful stuff.
Hello! Thank you for this well-written blog. Would it be okay to ask for a copy of your itinerary? Thank you in advance!
Hi Ariane,
Email sent. Check your inbox.
Cheers,
Dan
Kindly share me your itinerary please.
Sure, I sent it. Check your inbox.
Can i have a copy of your travel itinerary po? ?
Sent! Check your email inbox.
Pwede po pahingi ng travel itinerary?ty.
Hi Jude,
Sent, Check your inbox.
Hello sir, sir okay lang kaya na ang ibook ko lang is yung 1st 3 days ng stay ko sa US? Hindi ba magtataka ang consul?
Gusto ko lang din agad may ilagay akong pupuntahan sa ds160 ko, pero 1st 3 days lang muna para pwede ko pa ma experience ang ibang inns or hostels.
Hi Nikko,
That’s fine to indicate your first booked hotel in your DS 160 form. However, just make sure you book your room accommodation on your 4th day and so on in case you are asked by the interviewer. In my case, I wasn’t asked by the interviewer to show my booking reservation documents but of course, I came prepared with documents.
Just to be safe, I advise you to book ALL your room accommodation at booking.com. I have provided my link above for a 10% discount for you. What’s great about booking.com is that you do not need to pay now (you can pay it LATER on your first day at the hostel) and most importantly you can CANCEL it anytime (I believe 3 days before your actual stay is FREE to cancel – depends on each hostel policy). It’s very safe for visa applicants! You can filter your booking by the lowest price if you opt to.
And then, just be honest. Tell the interviewer you book on other hotels, etc (but only if you were asked, okay?)
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dan
Sir may I ask for your itinerary for my guide in preparation? nikko.agaton24(at)yahoo(dot)com
Sent, check your inbox.
In your case sir, binook mo na din ang whole trip mo kung saan ka mag stay?
Yes!
Sir additional inquiry, okay lang ba may ipapakita na akong 9 nights na pag stay an ko sa NY at naka declare sya sa ds160, pero wala pa naman ako plane ticket?dapat ba may booked plane flight na?
Nikko,
Show your room accommodation documents only when asked by interviewer – it’s more of a supporting document. And don’t pay of it yet, again use booking.com to reserve a room so you have option to cancel it later when you opt to.
But you can declare it on your DS160 since you intend to stay on that specific room/hotel.
No need for confirmed flight ticket. (Gosh! Mahal din yun! Hehe) They normally won’t ask for confirmed flight tickets but if ever they do, tell the interviewer you will purchase a ticket once your visa is approved.
Regards,
Dan
Sir ano pong nilagay niyo sa DS160 regarding sa organization name sa US? wala naman kasi akong kakilala dun
I put the name of my hotel. Refer here: http://dantravels.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/US-Contact-Info.jpg
Hope this helps!
Hi sir Kindly help me How to fill up the DS 160
I can proceed to my application bec i can not find the Location of Utah Usa from the List.
Sorry, Monica. I don’t really understand what you meant. =(
Very informative. Thanks for sharing and I would appreciate if you can send me a copy of your travel itinerary. Thank you ☺️
Sent to you, Neri. Check your inbox.
THANK YOU I GOT IT…. May i know also which hotel u stayed in LA? thank you
At Widblue. Click link to book -> Widblue Hostel.
Ask lng poh my bf want me to visit him in US for vacation. He wilm be pay for all the expenses. But i have work here in saudi if a take my vacation i will try to apply a visa its possible can i get a US visa? Thanks
Hello po sir. what if first timer lang po mag visit visa? Ganon parin ba ng requirements. Wlang old passport pwd Parin ba?
To be honest, I don’t understand your question. You need to have a passport to apply for US Visa – it should at least 6 months valid before your date of departure. My advise – just follow the instructions I laid out in this blog.
Pahabol poh ilang months ba ung process?
During your interview, you will immediately know whether you’re approved or not.
Here is my timeline:
Day 1: Read Blogs
Day 5: Book Hostel Accommodations (I need this information prior to submitting the Application form online).
Day 6: Get myself an ID picture both digital and hardcopy
Day 8: Pay for the Visa Fee
Day 9: Submit Application Form Online (I am rushing, I know!)
Day 9: Schedule Interview Appointment. Note that I chose the earliest available date which is 21 days away!
Day 30: Day of Interview. On this day, you’ll immediately know whether you’re approved or not.
My bf want me to have my vacation in US. He will be paying for all the expenses its possible can i get a US tourist visa? Im working here at saudi if i will take my vacation i will apply for US tourist visa. Thanks
Yes, you can apply for a tourist visa. If you can’t solely afford it, it can be a red flag though. The US embassy is not really impressed of “boyfriend sponsorship” – it is a red flag to them. So just be careful.
Okie.can i have any suggstion you can give please if that “boyfriend sponsorship” is not really impressed the us embassy.
Can’t you afford it? It’s a BIG plus if you can! Prepare your bank account certificates and all financial documents. Show the embassy that you can afford to go to the US as a tourist. Simple as that.
hi, tanong ko lang kelangan ba ilagay ang middle name sa given name or not necessary? thanks
I did not add my middle name.
Hi Sir. I’m also planning to apply for US visa for a vacation. Can I have a copy of your itinerary? Thank you!
Sorry for my late reply. I sent it your email just now.
Hi there, my first time to travel to US, just paid for the visa. Appreciate if you can share your travel IT in CA. 🙂
Hi, check your email inbox=)
Hi sir ask lang sana ako, gnwan ko kasi visa online c mama kaso nung nag bayad na ako hndi ko na na open online profile kasi nag kamali ng pag open
Sir pwed pa kaya ma open ung online abk dapat ko gawin my paraan pa ba mabuksan un
hello po., pde po maka hingi ng travell itinerary., thanks and godbless., please send to me camillebulaon@gmail.com
Sorry for my late reply. I’m currently traveling around Asia. I hope you now have what you need:)
Hugs from Sri Lanka,
Dan
Can you please send me your sample itinerary? Thank you so much. Also, I’m curious if it’s still possible to apply for a tourist visa in the Philippines. I heard they closed the embassy in Manila
Sorry for my late reply. I’m currently traveling around Asia. I hope you now have what you need:)
Hugs from Sri Lanka,
Dan
Trying to get a girl friend of mine to visit u.s.a, for a short time. Say 6 months maximum. We met in phils already and my question is should i apply as her sponsor under b2 visa or let her go it alone?
She has a steady income of about 35k peos a month and family there.
she is young like me and may be hard to show return intent. ANY advise helps? am considering getting a travel lawyer
Hi Simon,
Since she already has a steady income, I’d say no need for sponsorship! Because she needs to show the Embassy that she can afford to travel. Just follow thru my guide and requirements above. Also, it would be better if she had gone to other countries as having a travel history is a plus!
Question though: what kind of work does she have? Her work can allow her a 6-month leave of absence? That’s a little bit shady on my part whether she’s still coming back to the Philippines.
And why is it hard to show a ‘return intent’? Having a need to come back or report to her job in the Philippines is enough proof that she will return.
Hugs from Sri Lanka ?? ,
Dan
I would like to ask if having visited 7 countries would be considered a good travel history? I’ve only started traveling solo for 2 years now, backpacking style. I’ve been to Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, HK, Macau, Japan, Taiwan(twice, one solo & one recently with the family). I’ve noticed that you’ve been to 21 different countries when you applied so im quite hesitant if they’ll consider mine. I work full time and been with the company for more than 3 years. I have enough savings but my problem here is that I plan on going there by myself(the usual), i have no relatives/friends whatsoever in the us. So I’m not sure if that’d be good enough for them. Just wondering if you have any thoughts or suggestions on this?
Hi Issa,
I think that’s a good travel history already. And fear not, some of the people I know who only traveled one country or two have been approved. And from your statement, I think you have a really good chance to be approved given that you have stable work here in the Philippines and have enough savings.
I am sorry if it took me some time to reply as I am solo traveling in Asia.
Good luck with your application and hugs from Georgia!
Dan
Thanks for the response! Also, i was thinking if you can share your itinerary for your US trip? I plan on visiting California as well.
Anw, have fun in Georgia. Hoping you can write up more blogs about your trip. You’re an inspiration! 🙂
Awww, thanks Issa. That’s really my ultimate goal: “to inspire people to travel, no matter the odds”.
Anyway, I just sent it to you. But I only used it for the purpose of US visa application.
Regards,
Dan
Thanks Dan for your fully details about that matter.
Im Vietnamese and i have worked in the Philippines for 4 years. I have submitted the form and paid fee. My question is that is it still fine for foreigner apply US visa in the Philippines and you have any specific tips for my case pls
Thank you
Hi pwede po ba humingi Ng travel iterinary copy nyo po salamat ! sweetpotatobay@gmail.com
Hi Bay,
I just sent it to your email.
Please check your inbox.
Hugs from Armenia!
Dan
Hello sir! Ok lang ba, salary cert and employment contract ipakita ko, kasi ayaw ako bigyan ng employment cert.
Yep, I think that’s fine.
I actually only submitted payslips and employment contract when I applied for my Australian visa kasi nahiya na ako kay bossing na hingi nang hingi ng Certificate of Employment haha. The thing is as long as you can prove you have a job and a means to fund your travels, then that’s fine.
Hello Dan,
Any advice anong status ng work ang ilalagay sa form pag freelancer ka? Ano chance ma approve pag freelancer ka? Should I put self employed sa form?
pede po pahingi ng iti.. thanks a lot?
Hi Jec, I sent it to your email. Kindly check your inbox.
Hi dan.. may I ask for your sample itinerary please? Thanks!
Hi Elaine, I sent it to your email. Thanks!
Hi, I have sent a reply pala via email. And a question. 🙂 Appreciate if you can enlighten me with regard to declaring someone I know in US. Thank you!
Hi Dan, What are my chances here:
current employment: homebased via upwork.com since Sept 2017
salary: 70,000 pesos/ month
position: Virtual Assistant
countries visited: HK, Shenzen China, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan
Marital Status: Married
reason for going to the US: to celebrate 2020 Thanksgiving with my sister and her family.
Hi Tin, I believe you really have a good chance of being approved. I assume you’re only staying during the Thanksgiving week and will then go back to the Philippines?
The thing is, just be honest about your intentions and make sure you have a good reason (with proof) to physically come back to the Philippines (e.g., work or business in the Philippines, a family to take care of, a mortgage to pay, etc.)
Regards,
Daniel
Hi Dan, very informative blog. Can I ask for your itinerary? I’m planning to apply a visa too.
Hi Scherla, thank you for reading this blog article. Please check your email inbox, I just sent it to you. Hugs from Thailand! =)
Hi, Dan! I have a stable job and steady income around 50k PHP. I think I’ve got a good bank transaction history, however, I haven’t gone to any other countries as I’ve only always traveled domestically. How soon should I apply for Visa if I’m planning to visit the US in a year (Dec 2022) — my boyfriend is also willing to sponsor for my trip. Another thing, I’ve just transferred to my new company which means I’ll be regularized on the 6th month (Mar 2022), any tips on how should I approach my situation? I was also hoping you could provide me an Itinerary sample 🙂 Thank youuu!
hi dan! we have relatives in the US. do we still need booking confirmation even if we will stay in our relative’s house? and do we also need itinerary? we are a family of 5. Do the 3 kids need to be around during the interview?
Hi,
Can I have a copy of your Itinerary? Thanks.
What do they look for in your bank statments?
A certain amount? Consistent deposist? How long do they look back?
Thanks