Sorry if this has been answered on another thread, I've had a quick look and couldn't find the information I need.

I recently returned from my third trip to the Philippines to visit my girlfriend and whilst there we got engaged

If all goes smoothly our plan is for me to return in september or October for a 4th visit, bringing all the documentation i need so we can submit our application while I am there. Then, if successful, my fiancee will come and join me here early next year.

We will probably book our appointment through the website and I just wanted to know how it works. I assume you can select a date and time that's convenient for you and that you aren't just given the next avaliable appointment? If that's the case how far in advance do they accept bookings? Would it be too early for my fiancee to book an appointment for September or October in the next week or two?


While I'm posting this I just want to say a big thank you to the people who run this site and all the members who offer such excellent advice. It's already been a great help to me in making me aware from an early stage in my relationship how important it was to collect evidence of our relationship and I'm sure it's going to be invaluable to us in the coming months as we prepare our application.