Shelly Andersen
@Shelly2014
Filipino expat in Norway
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Registration: 18 November 2014
Authorization from SAK as helsefagarbeider in Norway by Liningning
Hi I am filipino aupair that currently living here in Norway and I already applied for authorization as helsefagarbeider(healthworker). I just wondering because usually filipino nurses are the one who applying for this position but I am not nurse. ...
Hei Liningning, any updates on your SAK application? How did it go? Was it approved? Hope to hear from you soon. I wanna know so i'll have basis if i'll pursue my application or not since we have the same situation. :) Read More
Authorization from SAK as helsefagarbeider in Norway by Liningning
Hi I am filipino aupair that currently living here in Norway and I already applied for authorization as helsefagarbeider(healthworker). I just wondering because usually filipino nurses are the one who applying for this position but I am not nurse. ...
No it's not the same, nurse is a bachelor degree, while caregiving course is just some sort of health care training that usually lasts for 6 months to 1 year, mostly focusing on caring for the elderly, people with special needs and caring for ... Read More
Authorization from SAK as helsefagarbeider in Norway by Liningning
Hi I am filipino aupair that currently living here in Norway and I already applied for authorization as helsefagarbeider(healthworker). I just wondering because usually filipino nurses are the one who applying for this position but I am not nurse. ...
Ahh i see, i have heard from a friend that she knows someone who got approved and she just finish a caregiving course, so might as well try, who knows. But may i know what did you do with the application and when did you submit? :) Read More
Authorization from SAK as helsefagarbeider in Norway by Liningning
Hi I am filipino aupair that currently living here in Norway and I already applied for authorization as helsefagarbeider(healthworker). I just wondering because usually filipino nurses are the one who applying for this position but I am not nurse. ...
Ohh no, the message has been moderated and i can't read them anymore, pls post again your reply in english as i really need info regarding this one. Thanks! Read More
Authorization from SAK as helsefagarbeider in Norway by Liningning
Hi I am filipino aupair that currently living here in Norway and I already applied for authorization as helsefagarbeider(healthworker). I just wondering because usually filipino nurses are the one who applying for this position but I am not nurse. ...
Hello liningling I just wanna ask if u have found an answer to your situation coz i have also the same situation, i wasn't able to finish my nursing degree but had finish a caregiver course from tesda philippines, i am wondering also if Sak ... Read More
anyone waiting for spousal visa(family immigration) visa approval? by MO86
i applied in April 2014
Congratulations nana rob, welcome to norway soon! 馃槉 Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hi. I just wanna ask a question! 馃槉 It says on the instruction that i should go to the police and report within 7 days after the arrival in norway, and as far as i know, i need to book an appointment online to be able to have a schedule ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Ok pheebz, thank you for that information! :) :top: Read More
Udi monthly emails by MO86
Hallo good people, for those waiting for their family reunion visa or fiancee visas, did you get called for an interview, if yes, how long did you wait for the visa reply after the interview, and how long does it take for udi to grant a visa when ...
Hi Shennils, thank you! :) Yes, the embassy sent me an email that they forwarded my case to UDI, and the day after i also receive an email from UDI confirming that they have received my application. So i was really surprised that they granted my ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Thank you stephy! :) Just so happy i got it fast even if it was forwarded to UDI. 馃槉 Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Ok, i will contact CFO then, thank you so much for sharing! :top: :) Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Ohh maybe i can just call the embassy and ask them, yes she also have a Philippine passport. :) Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Yes, i have been to CFO before and attended the seminar, i already got my certificate. What i just need is the exit clearance from them. :) Do i still need to register my daughter even if she already has her Norwegian Passport? Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Yes pheebz, thank you! :) So glad to know that UDI is not that slow. Hehe i was about to send that explaination to udi but i suddenly recieve an email from them and the embassy, i can't believe and i thought it was just a prank or something! ... Read More
Udi monthly emails by MO86
Hallo good people, for those waiting for their family reunion visa or fiancee visas, did you get called for an interview, if yes, how long did you wait for the visa reply after the interview, and how long does it take for udi to grant a visa when ...
Hello everyone! :) Good news, i have just been granted a visa (Family reunification with Spouse). I am so happy! :) So there is still hope for those applicants who were forwarded to UDI, there's still a chance to get the visa fast, i only ... Read More
Norwegian Embassy in Manila sent my Visa App.to UDI by Maia Nicole
Hi everyone, Been reading forums here and just want to ask if somebody of you got an explanation from Manila Embassy to why they need to send some visa application to UDI, Norway despite having the original/red ribbon and complete documents? ( UDI ...
Hello everyone! :) Good news, i have just been granted a visa. So there is still hope for those applicants who were forwarded to UDI, there's still a chance to get the visa fast, i only waited for 5weeks despite of their standard processing ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hello everyone! :) Got a good news from UDI and the embassy yesterday that i was granted a visa. I am so happy! :) I am encouraging those applicants who were forwarded to UDI that there is still hope to be granted a visa fast, i only waited 5 ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
I kinda remember that i answered the questionnaire in the application like this: Q: Is the marriage arranged? If yes, by whom? A: yes, by both parties. I just realize, could it be one of the reason why they declare that it is doubtful and they ... Read More
Unfortunately, we have not yet been able to finalize your application by Drizzy
Hi guys, I applied for a fianc茅 permit to get married in Norway, the application was received by UDI on the 24th of december 2014. I've been getting monthly emails notifying my that my application is still waiting to be processed but ...
Ahh ok, so i should not panic then that i have not yet received my first monthly email from UDI. Hehe :D Thanks for that info drizzy and stephy! :top: Read More
Unfortunately, we have not yet been able to finalize your application by Drizzy
Hi guys, I applied for a fianc茅 permit to get married in Norway, the application was received by UDI on the 24th of december 2014. I've been getting monthly emails notifying my that my application is still waiting to be processed but ...
Yeah, i received a confirmation from UDI last 20 Aug 2015, i was just waiting for the regular email or update that they will send on my first month but unfortunately i have not heard anything from them. I wonder why. But anyway, goodluck on yours ... Read More
Unfortunately, we have not yet been able to finalize your application by Drizzy
Hi guys, I applied for a fianc茅 permit to get married in Norway, the application was received by UDI on the 24th of december 2014. I've been getting monthly emails notifying my that my application is still waiting to be processed but ...
Hi stephy and dizzy! :) Did you start receiving your monthly emails from UDI a month after you submitted your application up until you received the result? I was just wondering why i have not receive any email or update from them since it's ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Ahh ok. Thanks for that pheebz! :top: Finally you will be able to reunite with your love one soon. I wonder where in norway will you live? Hope to meet you guys in norway someday, you and steph are really informative and i learned a lot from both ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
What do you mean by within a period of 6 months from issuance? Meaning you can still stay here in the Philippines not exceeding 6 months until you go to Norway? Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Wow! Congrats pheebz! That is a good news indeed. :) Read More
Udi monthly emails by MO86
Hallo good people, for those waiting for their family reunion visa or fiancee visas, did you get called for an interview, if yes, how long did you wait for the visa reply after the interview, and how long does it take for udi to grant a visa when ...
No, I'm currently here in the Philippines, i have never been to norway yet. I just read that a lot of applicants received monthly updates once their case was received by UDI. But anyway thanks for the info. 馃槉 Read More
Udi monthly emails by MO86
Hallo good people, for those waiting for their family reunion visa or fiancee visas, did you get called for an interview, if yes, how long did you wait for the visa reply after the interview, and how long does it take for udi to grant a visa when ...
Hi. I was just wondering why udi has not sent me an email yet, regarding the update of our application, i read they do send emails monthly. It's been a month since they received and acknowledged my application yet they have not sent any email ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Smh. :( No sense of urgency whatsoever, well maybe they are happy to keep us waiting. :( Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Yes that's what i was thinking also, but i have read in udi website that they only take time in deciding on the application if the spouse from norway got married at the of 25 and below, so i'm a lil confused that they will also consider my ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Omg! 9 months is already way too long to wait and now they extended it to 13 months?! :sosad: that's really dissapointing, why on earth do they have to take that long before coming up a decision, don't they know that it's hard to have ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hi co-applicants and future applicants! :) I have made a new thread regarding Family Reunification Application (2015) /forum/viewtopic.php?id=522270#2849110 This is for those who applied for Spouse or Fiance visa, most ... Read More
Family Reunification Application 2015 (Philippines) by Shelly2014
Hello everyone! :) I am posting this new thread so all applicants from the Philippines who applied for Family Reunification Visa with Spouse or under Fiance Visa can share their experiences, updates and information regarding the application, ...
I will start with mine. I applied for Family Reunification Visa with Spouse dated Aug. 17, 2015 and submitted my documents at VFS Global Makati, i had a hope that i will receive the result in less than a month since we met the requirements and ... Read More
Family Reunification Application 2015 (Philippines)
Hello everyone! :) I am posting this new thread so all applicants from the Philippines who applied for Family Reunification Visa with Spouse or under Fiance Visa can share their experiences, updates and information regarding the application, ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hi everyone! :) I just wanna ask if those applications forwarded to UDI usually receives the result/decision after 9 months or more? Are there any cases that it doesn't really need to reach 9 months? Anybody who knows about it or have ... Read More
anyone waiting for spousal visa(family immigration) visa approval? by MO86
i applied in April 2014
Wow! Congratulations jen, envy much! You are so lucky you got the result very fast in a matter of 6 days only. Have a good stay in norway and have a safe and happy pregnancy! So jealous you will finally get to reunite with your husband. I miss my ... Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hi tomrain, yes my husband is currently working in norway. As far as we know we met all the requirements for the family reunification visa with spouse, but still we were forwarded to UDI. :sosad: Read More
Case Processing times for applications in the Philippines by pheebz0501
Since the case processing times for us Filipinos are slightly different than most applications from other countries, i decided to start a thread dedicated for this topic. this will be a really long post, so please bear with me :) we all know that ...
Hello everyone! :) :D As for my case, i have submitted my application at VFS Global last Aug. 17, 2015 then I received an email from the embassy the next day 18.08.15 that my application has been forwarded to UDI Norway, then the next day ... Read More
Difference in processing times for Fiancee Visa. by abimk
Hei everyone! I am planning to submit my application for the Fiancee Visa this month. Some people here have received their decisions within 3 weeks and others 10-11months. Does anyone have a clue as to what might be causing this difference? or ...
All those questions are really up to UDI, if it's somewhat complicated case or they have doubt on the application then it may take some time since they are gonna do more investigations regarding the application and might also need more ... Read More
Udi monthly emails by MO86
Hallo good people, for those waiting for their family reunion visa or fiancee visas, did you get called for an interview, if yes, how long did you wait for the visa reply after the interview, and how long does it take for udi to grant a visa when ...
Hi. I was just wondering if anybody of you here got their application for family reunification visa being forwarded to udi yet had a fast approval that doesn't reach to 9months onwards, i still wanted to keep my hope up despite all of this ... Read More
Norwegian Embassy in Manila sent my Visa App.to UDI by Maia Nicole
Hi everyone, Been reading forums here and just want to ask if somebody of you got an explanation from Manila Embassy to why they need to send some visa application to UDI, Norway despite having the original/red ribbon and complete documents? ( UDI ...
Hi maia, any updates on your application? :) I just bumped in to this topic thread coz i have the same situation as yours, our application for family reunification visa with spouse was also being forwarded to udi and still can't figure it out ... Read More
anyone waiting for spousal visa(family immigration) visa approval? by MO86
i applied in April 2014
Thanks for the info stephy25, that's a lot but i read some of them and it's basically whats you motive or purpose of application, they just need to make sure that it is not arrange marriage or just to obtain residency in norway, and that how ... Read More
anyone waiting for spousal visa(family immigration) visa approval? by MO86
i applied in April 2014
I called the embassy the other day and asked them why is my application forwarded to UDI, they said that the person (norwegian) incharge of our case in the embassy looked at my documents and is in doubt, so he needed to forward it to UDI, coz they ... Read More
family reunion visa.. can any filipina here help me? by yhang
halo alle sammen can anyone here give me some info bout family reunion visa? my husband and i first planned to apply for d-visa and family reunion visa but just found out yesterday that theres no d-visa anymore effective july 15,2013 but good ...
Hi. Anybody applied for spousal (residence visa) recently? I applied and submitted my application at vfs global makati philippines last aug 17 2015 and today i received an email from them that they have forwarded my application to UDI Oslo Norway. I ... Read More
Easy, fast and right process for tourist and spousal visa - Filipino by Iwant2help
Hi Everyone, I'm from Cebu City, Philippines and married to a Norwegian. The reason why I sign up on this site because it helps me a lot on my visa process ( Schengen visa (aka "tourist visa" and spousal visa ). Based on my experience ...
Hi. Anybody applied for spousal (residence visa) recently? I applied and submitted my application at vfs global makati philippines last aug 17 2015 and today i received an email from them that they have forwarded my application to UDI Oslo Norway. I ... Read More
anyone waiting for spousal visa(family immigration) visa approval? by MO86
i applied in April 2014
Hi. Anybody applied for spousal (residence visa) recently? I applied and submitted my application at vfs global makati philippines last aug 17 2015 and today i received an email from them that they have forwarded my application to UDI Oslo Norway. I ... Read More
Finding a place to Settle in Norway
Yes i know...but what i meant was that i'm hoping to find a place where there is lesser snow coz i've heard some places in norway are snowing like crazy to the point that it'll cover the entire car or half of the house. So i find it ... Read More
Finding a place to Settle in Norway
Hello everyone! :) I was just wondering where in Norway is the best place that a starting family can settle? We are planning to move to Norway this year and we are considering where's the best place to stay in norway, where there's plenty ... Read More
How to get a Norwegian Passport for baby by Shelly2014
Hi. I'm shelly from philippines. A mom of a 6 month old filipino-norwegian baby. I was just wondering what are the requirements in getting a norwegian passport for our baby, what are the steps and how much does it cost and also how long will it ...
Thank you so much for that information, it is very helpful. We are actually processing it now as we have plans in moving to norway as a family. Currently my husband works here in the Philippines and he's looking for a job in norway online so we ... Read More
How to get a Norwegian Passport for baby
Hi. I'm shelly from philippines. A mom of a 6 month old filipino-norwegian baby. I was just wondering what are the requirements in getting a norwegian passport for our baby, what are the steps and how much does it cost and also how long will it ... Read More