GOOD NEWS!!!
Hi everyone! I still can't believe how fast our processing has been. This is our timeline:
February: Upfront Medical Exam done
April 16: Application for sponsorship mailed
April 18: AOR
May 16: SPONSORSHIP APPROVED
June 16: DECISION MADE, file transferred to MANILA EMBASSY
July 6: Email received asking for PASSPORT, NBI & RPRF
Never did I once called the immigration for any updates, we waited patiently. Ever since, I've been doing all my applications in a very organized and complete manner. I started as a caregiver, got my open permit and PR in a very speedy process. In all of those applications, I've never called or email-ed them for updates. I've learned that it helps a lot when you make your application forms and requirements very neat and complete. That way, it's easier for them to process your applications as well.
We've submitted LOOOOTSS of PROOF OF RELATIONSHIP that would satisfy the VO.
Goodluck to everyone!