Gemini478
Filipino expat in Switzerland
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Filipino
Lives in Zurich
Registration: 16 February 2013
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Yes. Indeed very easy! Re:NBI Clearance just secure a copy even if not needed.It is also good to have a document on hand to prove you are clear from any criminal case involvement. You can secure one while waiting for the result of the visa ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Hi! Even before you get your visa; you may attend the CFO seminar in advance. Just go there again later once you get your visa for the attachment of the "sticker-type" assigned Immigrant No. To verify this, feel free to contact the CFO. ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Most Welcome! I've been there, done that... ^_^ Aha, so maybe you need to inquire further if the annulment decree is part of the docs you need to submit on your side. If it needs to be translated too. Ok? Just call the Swiss Embassy. About ... Read More
Marriage Preparation Visa to Switzerland by wildbree
Hello everyone, I am a Philippines passport holder and would like to ask your help and experiences regarding Finance Visa and taking up residence in Switzerland before marriage (for marriage purposes). What documents should I have to prepare and ...
Patience is a virtue... That is all you can do now after submiting the documents and doing all the necessary for the processing. It took me just over a month to get my type D Visa in 2013. Good luck! Meanwhile, enjoy every single day of your ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
After the marriage, don't forget to register your marriage at the Philippine Embassy in Bern. Call first to schedule for an appointment. It is also best if you can renew your Philippine Passport a.s.a.p. because of the change of name, if you ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
No. You can do it alone. He doesn't need to be there. Just be guided accordingly with the requirements for the TYPE D Visa for Switzerland. That is what you need to follow if you guys intend to get married in Switzerland. Stop entertaining ... Read More
How to be a member of the filipino community in Zurich? by Guestposter9864
Hi all!Im a filipina with a British fiance living in Zurich Switzerland.We applied for marriage in Zurich and it was approved,now I am waiting for my visa approval so I can travel by June this year.I wanted to have filipino friends there to get a ...
Hi! You are going to live in Switzerland to be with your soon to be husband. While it is great knowing Filipinos here, never forget the very reason why you are going here: to start a family life & not to know every single Filipino living here. ... Read More
Registering/Reporting Marriage contracted abroad by lady_diver
I am a Filipina with a foreign husband. We just got married in Norway recently. I want to register/report our marriage here in the Philippines but don't know where to start or where/what office to go. Does anyone here had the same experience and ...
It is simple. Search the website of the consular office/embassy of the Philippines in Norway. There you can find the form & requirements needed plus a certain fee. The soonest you can report the marriage, the better. I believe you have 1 year ... Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights? by Gemini478
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ...
I have been inactive for quite a while... Yeah, it is better to use the name as it appears in the bio page of the passport (that page where your ID pic is shown) then just bring along with you your marriage certificate in case someone looks for it ... Read More
need some guides by jancel
hello po, i am jancel from cebu, i have a fiance in switzerland and we already have a kid. Filipino po xa pero citizen na po xa doon, sa Solothurn xa exactly, plano sana namin magpakasal this year, wala po kasi kaming idea kung paano, wala pong ...
Hi... Processing is easy as well as the issuance of the visa if all requirements are complete. My 2nd visit for instance I applied for example Feb.13 then just after 2 days I got my passport back, stamped with the visa. The Swiss embassy will have ... Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights? by Gemini478
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ...
All is settled now as regards what name to use. It's the married name because the amendment is done officially and is allowed only for certain instances one of which is Change of Name because of marriage. The only Problem now??? Got my amended ... Read More
need help about invitation letter for visa in philippiness by ndoshani
hello friends, i m from india going philippines next month on tour visa. i need invitation letter from my friend. can anybody tell me about that which points should be mention in invitation letter?
Ey this made me smile...oooppsss not meaning it bad... Go to the Philippine Embassy Website in India and search for the Guidelines. It is always stated there what are main points that need be mentioned in the Invitation Letter. Bottomline though for ... Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights? by Gemini478
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ...
Oh well the Philippine Consular Office in Geneva gave the answer instantly. Since the Passport is already amended ergo the married Name should be the one to be used to book the flights. Phoned the Airlines too and the representative told that all ... Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights? by Gemini478
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ...
@greenetravel... as per the passport section of the Phil.Embassy in Bern told few minutes ago this morning, there will be no problem if I use either of the single or married name for as long as I carry with me an original copy of my marriage ... Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights? by Gemini478
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ...
Thanks a lot @Primadona for sharing your point of view as regards the matter... :-) I am looking Forward to hear also from a co-Filipino. Anyone please??? Read More
Amended Philippine Passport; What name to use to book flights?
I am confused... Not getting answer from the Philippine Embassy in Bern. (FYI: Amendment of Philippine Passport to reflect married name still in process, nearing a month long now):-( And lost opportunities to book cheap domestic flights while ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Francescka05: I regret to inform you that you ought to process everything with the Swiss Embassy in Makati. Since your fiance is a Filipino staying in Switzerland, unless he is now a Swiss holding a Swiss Passport, he can instead provide a copy ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
All the answers to your questions were already addressed in the previous posts so just patiently read 'em. ;-) Bottomline, u marry in the Philippines or in Switzerland, all the requirements are clearly indicated in the Guidelines that you can ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Got my visa too! It took only from Aug.8 to Sept.18, 2013! As long as all docs are in order and complete, then everything will be fine:-) Got my CFO Certificate and Emigrant Number too! It's mandatory for all Filipino fianc茅s/fianc茅es to attend the ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Wow! Das ist sehr gut!(That is very good!) :-) Hhhmmm... Now that makes me miss Effretikon much... The plants I planted are now blooming with flowers and hopefully before the flowers are gone, I can also be back. God Bless Dhezzie! And again, best ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Oh I couldn't thank you enough! Yeah sure! I will send you a private message. Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Oh yeah I did ask about that too. So only pics? Not print out of the letters etc? thanks Dhezzie! Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Oh that is so nice of you to reply the soonest! I am staying nearby so perhaps if it opens at 6:30am, it is safe to go there like 5:30am via a taxi to ensure to get there just in time. I am looking forward that I can get my visa same as yours (1 ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
THANKS! And what are the requirements for the CFO Counseling? I am confused a lil' bit because it is mentioned that some other docs as the counselor may require. Did they require like for example pics, letters, etc. Or it is only the ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Oh wow! That is really great to hear;-) So it took you one and a half waiting time? Now I'm being optimistic that ours will be processed as fast... Did you attend the counseling only after you got your visa? Care to share if how that counseling is ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
If the documents are now in Bern then those docs will be forwarded to the place where you indicated in your application as place where the marriage is to be officiated. Once your fianc茅 also is done filling up and submitting what is required on his ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Hi! Completing my documents required also for the same visa you did apply. Just arrived from Switzerland last Friday. I did read your post before I return to Manila. Hhmmm processing takes 4 to 6 months so just wait. Although this somehow ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Hallo Mike B F! Danke sehr! That's very well said... The Swiss authorities are very cautious as regards the matter. Anyway, for Filipino fiancees, the requirements are quite simple. The process takes 4 to 6 months. For Filipino fiancees/fiances, one ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Hi! You can apply for a short stay visa allowing u to stay maximum 90 days. All the requirements are available at the Swiss Embassy in Manila's website. And sorry to disappoint you but no one is allowed to marry while you are staying in ... Read More
Cost of Switzerland visa from.
An INVITATION LETTER is also an important requirement. Zurich is a beautiful place and the lake of Zurich with all the swans, ducks etc is a sight to behold. Goodluck! If all requirements are complied with, in no time u'l get ur visa. It is ... Read More
Cost of Switzerland visa from.
Short stay allows one to stay maximum 90 days. If a visitor's visa, ur not required to attach ur itineraries. But if u opt to apply for a tourist visa, itineraries is a must plus the hotel reservation. All required docs are available at the Swiss ... Read More
PINAY - SWISS MARRIAGE IN SWITZERLAND
No one seemed to share based on what they went thru... anyways, the Swiss Embassy in Manila was very accommodating. > NSO issued Birth Certificate - they are not really requiring it to be recently issued. BUT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE RECENTLY ... Read More
PINAY - SWISS MARRIAGE IN SWITZERLAND
41 views and no one seems to care to post anything that could be helpful.,, :-( Read More
PINAY - SWISS MARRIAGE IN SWITZERLAND
Type D Visa - how long is allowed if marriage is to take place in Switzerland? Multiple or Single Entry? What are the authorized translators of the Police Clearance to "Deutsch" ? HEEELLLPPPP!!! All Filipinas who already went through this, it ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Still not getting answers to my quiries:-( Type D Visa - maximum 6 mos.only if marriage is to be officiated in Switzerland? (Filipina and a Swiss getting married in Switzerland) What to choose, SINGLE OR MULTIPLE ENTRIES? WHERE TO TRANSLATE IN ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
oh thanks for the very quick reply. must be the POLICE CLEARANCE. Are you also a Filipina? For Filipinos, the requirements are simply: NSO issued Birth Certificate, Valid Passport, ID (assport size), Police Clearance which must be translated in ... Read More
marriage visa question by eurecka
hello everyone! im a new bee here,,a filipina engaged to a swiss man and currently im on my marriage visa processing. . id like to ask if one can obtain marriage visa even if marriage preparation is not yet finished ? thank u ;-)
Hi! I got the very same concerns although I will start processing only after my 2nd visit to Switzerland. Yes, I have been there once for 85 days during my first visit and another 90 days was just recently granted. My fiance had a chance to visit ... Read More