application for conjugal relationship....

[Betina]

She did state that she has a US visa, so one could assume that she could visit one of the few states in the US to be married to her partner, provided her partner can cross into the US as well.... Once they are physically married, so long as it is legal and binding where it was performed, Canada will recognize it. That is another option she has, since she wouldn't be required to get another visa or spend the extra time/money waiting on it.

Once she is married, she can then apply 'outland' with her spouse sponsoring her and her child from the phillipines.

Just my 2 cents worth.

That's an even better idea. I completely forgot about the US visa.

 

[Rob_TO]

Theoretically, if she can stay away from her child for some time, she can apply inland after coming alone to Canada to get married, mention the child in the forms, and then, after becoming PR, sponsor him to come to Canada also, couldn't she?

Yes indeed. But i can't imagine being physically apart from your child for up to 2 years, would be acceptable to her!

She did state that she has a US visa, so one could assume that she could visit one of the few states in the US to be married to her partner,

I missed that part. Yes definitely if she can travel to the US with no problems, then they should just run to the best state for same-sex couples to marry in, and not even bother with the Canadian tourist visa app.

Though i'm curious, how does a citizen of Philippines get an open US visa? Is this like a green card for employment?

 

[Clarity]

Hi! my us visa is just a tourist visa. sory! would it be easy for me to apply canada tourist visa since i have us tourist visa? thank!

 

[Betina]

Hi! my us visa is just a tourist visa. sory! would it be easy for me to apply canada tourist visa since i have us tourist visa? thank!

Clarity - A US tourist visa is all you need. If your partner can cross the border and get legally to US, you should meet in a state that permits same sex marriage and get married. That marriage will be recognized in Canada and any other state that permits gay marriages. Why bother waiting and paying for a Canadian tourist visa?

 

[Clarity]

its almost the same, we have to get a plane ticket goint to the states. instead if we apply for canada tourist vise here in the ph the cost is much lesser. and getting married directly in canada is much easier than going to the states and get necessary documents and look for a state that permits same sex marriage. i just wanna know if ill be applying canada tourist visa, my us tourist visa would be helpful to be approve?

 

[Betina]

its almost the same, we have to get a plane ticket goint to the states. instead if we apply for canada tourist vise here in the ph the cost is much lesser. and getting married directly in canada is much easier than going to the states and get necessary documents and look for a state that permits same sex marriage. i just wanna know if ill be applying canada tourist visa, my us tourist visa would be helpful to be approve?

It will not hurt, that's for sure Especially if you've already used it - went to US and came back without overstaying your limit.

Anyway, it will not hurt you to mention it, I'm sure. But the most important thing to get the visa is that you convince the visa officers that you have really strong ties with Ph and you have enough reasons to definitely return in the allotted time. Your son remaining in Ph will definitely do that. A round-trip ticket will be a plus. As will be presenting documents that you have properties and a fairly good life in Ph.

 

[Clarity]

Actually I have'nt used my us tourist visa. I dont have plans on going to the us though my dad is there and family relatives. My partnes is in Canada that's why I have'nt use my visa. and my partner will sponsor my visit,the only thing that I can show to the immigration that ill be back is my son. is itenough proof that ill be coming here in the ph since i dont have properties on my own?

 

[Clarity]

Nationals from the following countries qualify for the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) program:

Indonesia
Thailand
Taiwan
Taiwan passport holders who do not qualify for the visa exemption to visit Canada may still benefit from the TWOV program
Philippines
All nationals who qualify for the TWOV program must also meet these conditions:

They hold a valid passport issued by an approved country (listed above);
They hold a valid United States (U.S.) visa;
They travel to Canada on an approved airline (either Air Canada, Air China, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Philippines Airlines, Jazz Air, Sky Regional Airlines Inc., and Air Georgian); and
They transit through an approved Canadian airport (either Vancouver International Airport or Toronto’s Pearson International Airport, Terminal 1 only)
Notice: Individual travellers cannot apply to the TWOV program; only airports and airlines can submit an application. Learn more about the application process.

Passengers travelling to the United States

In addition to the conditions above, while travelling to the United States, nationals from approved countries must hold a confirmed onward ticket for a direct flight to the United States leaving Canada the same travel day (no layover or overnight stay is permitted).

Passengers may be asked to fill out a TWOV card for statistical purposes.

Notice: Travellers who are changing flights in Canada must arrive during the hours of operation of the U.S. in-transit pre-clearance facility to be able to travel without a Canadian transit visa under the TWOV program. Therefore, travellers should check their flight connections with the airline.

Missing a flight connection or arriving after hours

Travellers who miss their connecting flight or arrive after hours when the U.S. in-transit pre-clearance facility is closed are no longer eligible to travel without a transit visa under the TWOV program and must proceed to a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer for examination. Based on the examination, the CBSA officer may decide to issue them a fee-exempt temporary resident permit.

Passengers arriving from the United States

In addition to the conditions above, when travelling from the United States, nationals from approved countries must meet the following conditions to qualify as a TWOV passenger:

They arrive in Canada from the United States on a direct, non-stop flight on an approved airline and proceed to the CBSA area for clearance or remain in an isolated transit area while waiting for a connecting flight (passengers that leave the isolated transit area must go to the CBSA area for examination);
They are not under a removal or deportation order;
They had a valid U.S. visa to enter the United States and have not overstayed the period of time they were authorized to remain in the United States;
They are destined for a third country, including their country of nationality, and have the required travel documents to enter that third country as well as the required travel documents for any countries they may transit through; and
They hold a confirmed onward ticket for a flight that will leave Canada on the same travel day (no layover or overnight stay is permitted).
They may be asked to fill out a TWOV card for statistical purposes.


can you explain this more????? thanks!! the TWOV

 

[Betina]

Nationals from the following countries qualify for the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) program:

Indonesia
Thailand
Taiwan
Taiwan passport holders who do not qualify for the visa exemption to visit Canada may still benefit from the TWOV program
Philippines
All nationals who qualify for the TWOV program must also meet these conditions:

They hold a valid passport issued by an approved country (listed above);
They hold a valid United States (U.S.) visa;
They travel to Canada on an approved airline (either Air Canada, Air China, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Philippines Airlines, Jazz Air, Sky Regional Airlines Inc., and Air Georgian); and
They transit through an approved Canadian airport (either Vancouver International Airport or Toronto's Pearson International Airport, Terminal 1 only)
Notice: Individual travellers cannot apply to the TWOV program; only airports and airlines can submit an application. Learn more about the application process.

Passengers travelling to the United States

In addition to the conditions above, while travelling to the United States, nationals from approved countries must hold a confirmed onward ticket for a direct flight to the United States leaving Canada the same travel day (no layover or overnight stay is permitted).

Passengers may be asked to fill out a TWOV card for statistical purposes.

Notice: Travellers who are changing flights in Canada must arrive during the hours of operation of the U.S. in-transit pre-clearance facility to be able to travel without a Canadian transit visa under the TWOV program. Therefore, travellers should check their flight connections with the airline.

Missing a flight connection or arriving after hours

Travellers who miss their connecting flight or arrive after hours when the U.S. in-transit pre-clearance facility is closed are no longer eligible to travel without a transit visa under the TWOV program and must proceed to a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer for examination. Based on the examination, the CBSA officer may decide to issue them a fee-exempt temporary resident permit.

Passengers arriving from the United States

In addition to the conditions above, when travelling from the United States, nationals from approved countries must meet the following conditions to qualify as a TWOV passenger:

They arrive in Canada from the United States on a direct, non-stop flight on an approved airline and proceed to the CBSA area for clearance or remain in an isolated transit area while waiting for a connecting flight (passengers that leave the isolated transit area must go to the CBSA area for examination);
They are not under a removal or deportation order;
They had a valid U.S. visa to enter the United States and have not overstayed the period of time they were authorized to remain in the United States;
They are destined for a third country, including their country of nationality, and have the required travel documents to enter that third country as well as the required travel documents for any countries they may transit through; and
They hold a confirmed onward ticket for a flight that will leave Canada on the same travel day (no layover or overnight stay is permitted).
They may be asked to fill out a TWOV card for statistical purposes.


can you explain this more????? thanks!! the TWOV

I think it's pretty self-explanatory, but I'll give it a go.

Transit Without Visa means that if you are from those countries you can travel to USA, with a valid US visa, and have a plane change in Vancouver or Toronto. But you are not allowed to have layovers or overnight stays - actually I'm pretty sure you are not allowed to leave an isolated part of the airport. More than that, you will have to go through the U.S. in-transit pre-clearance facility between flights. The only way you could get a temporary resident permit is if you miss your connecting flight or if you arrive outside the US in-transit hours of operations.

 

[keesio]

My 2 cents - I think it would be easiest to meet up in the US and get married in a state that allows it:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Same-sex_marriage_in_the_United_States#State_laws

From what I understand, getting a visa can sometimes be a pain. That is your biggest bottleneck if you ask me.

 

[Betina]

My 2 cents - I think it would be easiest to meet up in the US and get married in a state that allows it:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Same-sex_marriage_in_the_United_States#State_laws

From what I understand, getting a visa can sometimes be a pain. That is your biggest bottleneck if you ask me.

she's already been told that, she thinks it's too complicated and too expensive.

each with it's own, I guess