I’d go for the landed immigrant visa. Do it once, do it right and forget about it!

Thanks for the comment.

When talking to the the Fil Immmig, try to refer to your wife as “baket ko” whenever possible.:-)

Good luck to you!

We’re still in “learning mode,” so everyones’ comments definitely help us (and others who share our common goals).

Thanks for providing your experience – hopefully there won’t be much deviation or further surprises for us!

Of course, the consulate in Los Angeles seems to be on the bottom of the distribution list. Going through the procedures there in the Phils now appears to be best, for now.

Have obtained a Balikbayan visa about five times, and haven’t had any problems with obtaining them. Each time was at the Centennial Terminal that services PAL flights alone. Maybe the agents there are happier with their surroundings (the terminal is much nicer than the other international terminal).

Fingers crossed!

If we make it to the BI, I’ll let everyone know how my luck runs that day (or will it be days?).

I’m still in favor of choice 2, of course. Emy still doesn’t want dual citizenship, so a 13(g) would do it for us. Same benefits other than those enjoyed by citizens.