Inasmuch as I want to remain positive, I am now entertaining the idea that I MIGHT still celebrate Christmas here in the Philippines.
I would like to think that yeah, perhaps those who are getting their visas are not from this forum (that's why we are not aware). But as I look at the time sheet, we represent a pretty good sample of the whole population (of applicants). So how come not even one has gotten a visa recently?
I've read from somewhere that a tourist visa application was pretty quick. So the rumors must be true, the embassies are prioritizing tourist and work applications than spousal sponsorship.