Bringing Filipino wife to the US with visitor visa

[Jollygoodfellow]

22 hours ago, Kingpin said:

What type of proof works?

You can also get a certificate of cohabitation. I think we got one from the city hall and a lawyer there signed it but not sure if it's something to think about since your married. 

[Possum]

3 hours ago, OnMyWay said:

I read that the appointments are moving along well now, after the huge backlog and delays during the pandemic.

I heard the same thing. I know when she went in November 22 they were running thru them in a hurry. Many are turned down in short order. There are certain things that trigger a rejection they look for. They have heard all the stories. If you have a life in the Philippines, married to a US citizen and you both live here long term the chances of getting a visitor visa is good. Recently married? Not much chance as they'll ask why you don't get a K or other immigrant visa. Raises all manner of red flags.

About 20 years ago I did political asylum interviews at sea in the Caribbean for a period of time.  It was like I was listening to a recording, everyone had the same story with little variation. 99% were safely escorted back home.

[Northern Lights]

I’m interested in hearing anyone else’s experiences with Filipino wives coming to US as visitors. Ive been separated physically from my wife since everything got displaced over recent years. I have not returned since 2020. Im traveling to spend time there next month. We are aiming to set up interview in July to see if we can travel back to US for a bit. Depending on approval, Id stay there longer/shorter period based on that. We’ve been married for 6 1/2 years now. Stay connected daily online. Thanks for any info. Appreciated. 

[baronapart]

20 hours ago, Northern Lights said:

I’m interested in hearing anyone else’s experiences with Filipino wives coming to US as visitors. Ive been separated physically from my wife since everything got displaced over recent years. I have not returned since 2020. Im traveling to spend time there next month. We are aiming to set up interview in July to see if we can travel back to US for a bit. Depending on approval, Id stay there longer/shorter period based on that. We’ve been married for 6 1/2 years now. Stay connected daily online. Thanks for any info. Appreciated. 

It's going to be extremely difficult for your wife to get a tourist visa to the US.  The embassy is going to proceed on the assumption of immigrant intent. It probably would be best to apply for a spousal visa. Stop by Visajourney.com if you have questions. It is a forum like this but for immigration questions. Good luck...