Need help about the visa

[Michael Parnham]

I said 6 months because of the traveling involved getting documents from all the various places, Passport office, Nso, Nbi, British Embassy (twice) Marriage arrangements also copying all paperwork etc: We had reams & reams of paperwork to obtain and all the copying of everything, in all it took us almost 9 months from the start to receiving the 'visa'. I would recommend getting married in Philippines and applying for spouse 'visa' I think it could lesson the pressure long term, also don't waste money on an agency just follow the advice given on this forum, we did and it worked for us!

[McGregor03]

Am afraid he can't have that long period of time for us to get married here :( We tried once and the amount of time he had wasn't enough. The longest holiday he can have is 3weeks. Will try to tell him though,coz he wants us to get married here so my folks will witness our special day. The agency told us that we're going to pay 45,000 pesos And hey is it allowed if we'll continue to process for the fiancee visa, he can borrow money from his parents?

[bigmarco]

Am afraid he can't have that long period of time for us to get married here :( We tried once and the amount of time he had wasn't enough. The longest holiday he can have is 3weeks. Will try to tell him though,coz he wants us to get married here so my folks will witness our special day. The agency told us that we're going to pay 45,000 pesos And hey is it allowed if we'll continue to process for the fiancee visa, he can borrow money from his parents?

It can be done in less than 4 weeks if you plan properly. I went for 3 weeks and 4 days and managed to get married quite easily and still had time to spare and I'm sure you will find others on here who've done it in less than we did.
It just requires a bit of planning and organisation by you and it can be done

[McGregor03]

It can be done in less than 4 weeks if you plan properly. I went for 3 weeks and 4 days and managed to get married quite easily and still had time to spare and I'm sure you will find others on here who've done it in less than we did.
It just requires a bit of planning and organisation by you and it can be done

we tried it ones ( we almost did it ) To make sure maybe a month and half break ? We will definitely can do itBtw, how long does it take for you to have that spousal visa? If u have an idea.. Thank u

[raynaputi]

Am afraid he can't have that long period of time for us to get married here :( We tried once and the amount of time he had wasn't enough. The longest holiday he can have is 3weeks. Will try to tell him though,coz he wants us to get married here so my folks will witness our special day. The agency told us that we're going to pay 45,000 pesos And hey is it allowed if we'll continue to process for the fiancee visa, he can borrow money from his parents?

Instead of paying the agency Php45K, use that money in your wedding or visa application. Lots here didn't use an agency when processing visa and they've done well. If you and your fiance don't really have time to gather documents, etc. maybe you can use an agency.

What do you mean about borrowing money from his parents for the fiancee visa? You mean as a third party sponsor? In the new rules, third party sponsor is not allowed now.

[bigmarco]

Instead of paying the agency Php45K, use that money in your wedding or visa application. Lots here didn't use an agency when processing visa and they've done well. If you and your fiance don't really have time to gather documents, etc. maybe you can use an agency.

What do you mean about borrowing money from his parents for the fiancee visa? You mean as a third party sponsor? In the new rules, third party sponsor is not allowed now.

Rayna is right. All the information you need is on here.
My wife signed a contract to pay 80,000 php to an agent when we applied for our visa. 40,000 up front and the balance when she got her visa. She was refused.
In hindsight I would always say to be people to do it themselves or if you feel you need an agent get your fiancé to hire one in this country not one in the Philippines.

[McGregor03]

Instead of paying the agency Php45K, use that money in your wedding or visa application. Lots here didn't use an agency when processing visa and they've done well. If you and your fiance don't really have time to gather documents, etc. maybe you can use an agency.

What do you mean about borrowing money from his parents for the fiancee visa? You mean as a third party sponsor? In the new rules, third party sponsor is not allowed now.

Not a 2nd sponsor, just borrow money then go along with the processing.

[Terpe]

......The agency told us that we're going to pay 45,000 pesos

I hope that agency is here in UK?
Since the largest part of visa application is based on evidence from the sponsor, I'm sure it would be far better to utilise a UK agent (Time difference, communications and speed)

I not saying some agents in Philippines are not competent, they are. But I think the logistics are just too complex for the best outcomes in good time.

[McGregor03]

I hope that agency is here in UK?
Since the largest part of visa application is based on evidence from the sponsor, I'm sure it would be far better to utilise a UK agent (Time difference, communications and speed)

I not saying some agents in Philippines are not competent, they are. But I think the logistics are just too complex for the best outcomes in good time.

No Terpe, the agency is based in Cebu City and some of my friends are using it, the ones who are in London now but they're using a different visa . Since all of their visa's are granted, why can't I use it? Looks like the agency has a good record

[Terpe]

No Terpe, the agency is based in Cebu City and some of my friends are using it, the ones who are in London now but they're using a different visa . Since all of their visa's are granted, why can't I use it? Looks like the agency has a good record

That's fine
If that agency fully understand the new rules for Fiance(e) Visa (settlement) then no problem.
They will be the ones to tell you all the documentary evidence you need to get from your sponsor.

Still a good idea to check here also. Many have experience very recently.
Take care God bless

[McGregor03]

That's fine
If that agency fully understand the new rules for Fiance(e) Visa (settlement) then no problem.
They will be the ones to tell you all the documentary evidence you need to get from your sponsor.

Still a good idea to check here also. Many have experience very recently.
Take care God bless

Been searching here too, and it's been such a great help to us.