Hey everyone, it’s your boy back again with another deep dive into something that’s been on my mind. Today, we’re tackling a question that hits close to home for many of us: “is f1 category for philippines ever gonna move again?” I’ve been digging into this, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey.
First off, I started where anyone would—checking out the Visa Bulletin. I wanted to see what the deal was with these cut-off dates. Usually, they move forward, but not always, it’s kind of a mess. And guess what? Things are not looking great. For instance, I saw that the September 2024 Visa Bulletin shows that the EB-3 category for the Philippines is gonna move back a whole year. Yeah, you heard that right, a full year to December 1, 2020. That’s like taking a huge step backward. And it’s not just EB-3; the Other Worker category is also moving back a month.
So, I got curious and started looking for my own priority date. Found it on the I-797 form that USCIS sent after they said yes to my I-130 petition. That date is your ticket, your place in line. And “current”? That means you’re at the front of the line, ready to go. But for many of us, “current” seems like a dream.
- Dug through the Visa Bulletins.
- Found my priority date on the I-797 form.
- Realized how “current” status works.
The Waiting Game
I then compared the timelines for the F1 and F2B visas. From what I’ve gathered, the F2B is moving a bit faster than the F1 right now. But let’s be real, both are slow as molasses. I even stumbled upon some old forum posts from way back in 2017, talking about how slow things were moving even then. It’s like, some things never change.
It’s frustrating, to say the least. Seeing those dates, knowing how long people have been waiting, and how much longer they might have to wait. It’s a tough pill to swallow. It feels like we’re stuck in this endless loop, hoping for a change that seems so far away.
I also looked into how Filipinos are keeping up with F1, the racing one, not the visa. Turns out, F1TV isn’t directly available here, but folks are finding ways around it. It’s kinda like our visa situation—always finding a way, even when the path isn’t clear.
To wrap this up, the situation with the F1 visa category for the Philippines is a rollercoaster. There are ups and downs, and a lot of waiting. It’s a mix of hope and frustration, but we keep pushing forward. We read the bulletins, we share our stories, and we support each other. That’s all we can do for now, right?
Keep your heads up, everyone. We’re in this together. And who knows, maybe one day we’ll look back at this time and see how far we’ve come. Until then, let’s keep the conversation going. What do you guys think? Have you checked your priority date lately? Share your thoughts below. Let’s talk.
