I have suffered from chronic anxiety for 30 years. Although I take medication to control it and am very much at peace and independent it makes the 20 hour travel time for me almost impossible. We have known each other over Skype for more than 2 years, and want to meet. We both want her to come here for a visit to see if we have a future together. Is there any hope for us?
I suggest that your girlfriend attempt to apply for a visiting visa to the US and that you should strongly support her application with a letter of explanation of your predicament and promises that you will be responsible for her financially during the time of her visit and guaranteeing that she will return to the Philippines after the period of visit is over. You should support her application with proof of your ability to financially support on form I-134 affidavit of support, job letter, bank statement, tax return, proof of your medical condition, and of your ongoing relationship. Good luck!Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.
Your girlfriend will need to apply for a visitor visa. You do not request such a visa for her. It will likely be very difficult for her to obtain a visa. She will need to show strong ties to the Philippines to stand any chance of success. You can read more about visitor visas at http://myattorneyusa.com/travel-visas.
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