Hotels Near US Embassy Manila and St. Luke's Medical Extension Clinic

There are lots of hotels near US Embassy Manila and St. Luke's that you can choose from. But ofcourse it will still depend on your preferences and budget.

Casa Bocobo Hotel - nice and clean, with wifi and complimentary breakfast.
Address: Jorge Bocobo Street cor. Kalaw Avenue, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Philippines
Telephone : +63 2 526 2937, +63 2 526 4017, +63 2 526 3783
Mobile : +63 917 5538970
Email :info@casabocobo.com.ph
Credits: http://www.casabocobo.com.ph/


Hotel Soriente - Just two blocks away from US Embassy and more or less 10 steps away from St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic
Reservations : 63-2- 525-7304 E-mail: hotelsoriente@yahoo.com
Main Telephone Line : Tel. No: 63-2-524-8345 Fax No.: 63-2-522-3913
Address : 545 corner A. Flores & J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila, Philippines
Credits: www.hotelsoriente.com


Bayview Park Hotel Manila
Address: 1118 Roxas Boulevard cor., United Nation Avenue, Manila 1000, Philippines
Credits: http://www.bayviewparkhotel-manila.com/ppc/index.html


Lotus Garden Hotel
Address: 1227 A. Mabini corner Padre Faura Streets Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila, 1000 Philippines
Credits: http://www.lotusgardenhotel-manila.com/ppc/?gclid=CLX7zfOTs74CFYlFMgodm1cA3Q


Miramar Hotel

Address: 1034-36 Roxas Blvd corner UN Avenue, Ermita, Manila. Philippines 1000

Tel. No. (632) 523 4484 to 86 | Fax (632) 526 18 66 | (+63)915-4462115 

Email: reservations@miramarhotel.ph 

Credits: http://www.miramarhotel.ph 

Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila

Address: 1166 M.H. del Pilar corner Arquiza Street, Ermita, Manila 1000, Philippines

Phone Numbers: (632) 524 2631 to 35
Fax Numbers:(632) 525 8268 to 35
Email:reserve@bestwesternhotelmanila.com
Credits: Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila Official Website


Sandico Apartment Hotel 
Address: 1225 M. H. Del Pilar Street Ermita, Metro Manila 1000, Philippines
Tel. No. (632) 523-8180
Telefax (632) 523-8181
Mobile: (+63999) 839-6073
Credits: http://sandicohotel.blogspot.com/


Paragon Tower Hotel
Address: 531 A. Flores St., Ermita Manila, Philippines
Telephone Number: (632) 526-5541 to 47
Fax Number: (632) 526-2679
Email: reservation@paragontowerhotel.com
Credits: http://www.paragontowerhotel.com/home.html


Cherry Blossoms Hotel
Address: #550 Jorge Bocobo Extension, Ermita, Manila, Philippines
Telephone Numbers: (632) 3283251 to 3283254, 310 8837
(632) 708 9901 to 708 9906

Fax Number: (632) 522 4172

For inquiry: cbh@cherryblossomshotel.com.ph

Credits: http://www.cherryblossomshotel.com.ph/

The Southern Cross Hotel Manila
Address: 1125 M. H. Del Pilar St. Ermita, Manila, Philippines  
Telephone: (02)-521-2013
Fax: (02)-525-3031
Cellphone: (+63)9189799867
Credits to the Official Website: www.thesoutherncrosshotelmanila.com
E-mail: thesoutherncrosshotel@gmail.com

UPDATE for CFO

Starting May 15, 2014 applicants need to log on to http://gcp-appointment.cfo.gov.ph/ to secure an appointment. Counselling sessions are  scheduled  based on the Nationality of the Foreign spouse.

Removal of Conditions

Form: http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/i-751.pdf
Instructions: http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/i-751instr.pdf
Filing Fee: $590.00 (that includes biometric fee) pay with a check or money order payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Now that you have your 2 years GC, its time for you to start gathering documents for your Removal of Conditions.

What are the documents that you can submit when filing for ROC?

-Form I-751
-Copy of GC
-Petitioners and Beneficiary ID
-Joint monthly checking/savings account notice/statements
-Car insurance notices (showing both names)
-Copy of Health insurance (if you are in the list as beneficiary)
-Apartment lease showing both names (to prove joint tenancy) or House Mortgage
-Copies monthly bills (showing both names) such cable, internet, water, electric etc.
-Photos with family and friends
-Copy of Joint Tax Return
-Copy of House Insurance

This are only a few examples of documents which you can submit for your ROC. You can add more documents for as long as both of the Petitioner and beneficiary's name appears on those documents.

Sample Letter If You are Not in the List of House Mortgage

There are situations when the wife is not in the list of house mortgage, if you are one of them and you are about to file for your Removal of Conditions, this sample letter may help you. Because as we all know, during this stage, it is very important for you to prove that you have a bonafide marriage to your US Citizen Spouse.

                                       **********************************************

MARK RANDOLPH STORM
89075 Buttlane Ave
Cranky, TX USA 87945


April 27, 2014

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
USCIS
P.O Box 805887
Chicago, IL 60680-4120


RE: My Wife's Name is not on the House Mortgage


Sir/ Madam:


Greetings!

This is to inform your good office, that my wife, MARIA MAKILING STORM is not in the list of my house mortgage liability since the property was acquired when I was still single. I don't want her also to be legally obligated and feel the burden of paying the debt regardless of any circumstances.

I hope that this letter will help her application for Removal of Conditions (ROC) and will serve as a proof that we have a bonafide relationship as a married couple.

Hoping for your kind consideration. Thank you!



Sincerely,



MARK RANDOLPH STORM
Husband of ROC Applicant

My Timeline

July 5, 2012 - USCIS 129F Petition sent
July 9, 2012 - NOA1 Received
Oct. 31, 2012 -NOA2
December 17, 2012 - Medical (Passed)
December 27, 2012 - Interview (Approved)
January 17, 2013 - Visa Received
February 1, 2013 - US Entry
March 1, 2013 - Civil Wedding

Adjustment of Status: (EAD and I-485)

Employment Authorization
August 26, 2013 - EAD Application sent
August 29, 2013 - EAD Initial Review
September 3, 2013 - NOA1
September 30, 2012 - Biometrics
Nov. 6, 2013 - EAD Card Production
Nov. 14, 2013 - Picked up by usps
Nov. 18, 2013 - EAD Received

Adjustment of Status
August 26, 2013 - I-485 Sent
September 3, 2013 - NOA1
September 30, 2013 - Biometrics
Oct. 17, 2013 - Initial Response Review (RFE)
April 18, 2014 - Card Production
April 21, 2014 - Approved
April 26, 2014 - GC Received

Things to do Upon Arrival in the US

Go to the nearest courthouse then get marriage license. Then get married.
Get a Social Security Number - wait about two weeks then go to the nearest SSA office and get a Social Security Number. Don't forget to bring your I-94, birth certificate & passport. If you are already married by the time you go to SSA office bring also your marriage certificate. You can use the form below (use the link) and fill it up then print, bring it with you.

http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.pdf

Look for a USCIS accredited Civil Surgeon in your area. Use the link below to locate a CS close to where you live. Just enter the Zip Code. You will need to call those CS listed coz the prices of their service are different, you maybe able to save $$$ once you find out who offer the cheapest service. Don't forget to bring your Vaccination Worksheet from St. Lukes because they will be using it to determine if you still need additional shots. If you still need additional shotss, asked him what are those shots you needed and if you can have those shots in the Health Center coz they are way cheaper to have it there. And you will come back to have them transcribe your immunization. They will give it to you in a sealed envelope. Don't open it!

https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=offices.type&OfficeLocator.office_type=CIV
You can now start gathering the documents needed to file for your Adjustment of Status. Please refer to my sample cover letter for I-485 for the lists of docs you need to prepare.

NEW FORM: DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application

All nonimmigrant visa applicants worldwide must use the online DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form, including individuals applying for a K visa.

Note: DS-160 is not required when, prior to October 7, 2013 in any of the following situations:

• If the K visa applicant is already scheduled for an interview.
• The K visa applicant has already been interviewed and has been requested to submit additional documentation or is pending administrative processing.
• The K visa applicant has already submitted a valid, signed, unexpired DS-156, DS-156K and/or DS-230 or received instructions to do so.    

 Commonly Asked Questions: 
DS-160 Link------- https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
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For more info regarding this form, please visit http://travel.state.gov/visa/forms/forms_4401.html

Credits: Travel.State.Gov.
           A Service of the Bureau of Consular Affairs 
           U.S. Department of State

Website: http://travel.state.gov/visa/forms/forms_4401.html