Pinoy OFW

As a US permanent resident, one of your responsibilities to the government is to provide accurate contact information. One example is your home address. Each time you move to a new address, you must notify the United States Citizenship and...

As a permanent resident of the United States, otherwise known as a green card holder, you have a set of rights and responsibilities to observe. This list helps guide you on how to conduct yourself properly, and boost your...

Philippine passport holders are required to apply for visa to visit the United States for business (B-1) or tourism or medical treatment (B-2) purposes. If you apply for a B-1/B-2 visa, as an applicant you must demonstrate to a consular...

A new study suggests that fitting in may be a part of the reason why United States immigrants gain weight. The study will be published in the June issue of the journal Psychological Science. Immigrants, their family and their children...

Sponsor documents are documents needed by a person sponsoring someone to visit the United States. Do not direct these to the embassy or consulate. The documents are sent to the person who will be sponsored and will be submitted...

While these may not be the questions consulate or embassy staff may ask you -- nor you have the same answers as shown below -- having understood these questions and preparing sensible answers could increase your chances of being...

Hawaii's natural diverse scenery, abundance of beaches, active volcanoes, rich culture and tropical weather make it an extremely popular destination for tourists and for those who want to settle in for good. However, despite its glorious charm, Hawaii can...

A total of twelve US cargo forwarding companies are among companies blacklisted foreign forwarders and consolidators by the Department of Trade and Industry  (DTI) in its January 2015 update. The list was compiled by the DTI based on complaints of undelivered and mishandled balikbayan boxes....

Losing one's passport can be a traumatic experience. A passport is more than just like a ticket that punches your way into a country where you are allowed to enter. It also serves as proof of identity. When it's...

For Filipinos in San Francisco and nearby areas who need to apply or renew their passports, here are the guidelines that you need to remember: The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco receives and processes applications for passport renewal for...