Quote Originally Posted by filipina_owl View Post
did anyone have an approved spouse visa for 2009? when did you attend the seminar? Before or after u get your visa?
As I mentioned already, you can attend the seminar before the visa is issued.

Quote Originally Posted by filipina_owl View Post
im so disappointed with the agency, they said i need the to attend the seminar before we lodge the application at the british embassy. but some friends here said i can do it after...very confused. and also, how come when i have my passport changed to married, the DFA didnt asked me to attend the seminar? i really wonder why.
Agencies like that are only there to take money out of you. In general they do not provide the service that they imply they give.
If you use the search facility on this forum, and use keywords, you will be able to find lots of useful information to enable you to reach your goal without wasting money.