what are the steps to take to bring my Filipino girlfriend to the states? weve been messaging and video chatting for 6 months, we want to be together.

Hi Chris...You can apply for a fiance visa if you have physically met her within the last two years..or if u have not, you can travel to the Phillipines and marry there and thereafter sponsor her for her green card and have her process at the consulate..Both processing times are taking about 10-12 months.  Alternatively she could travel here on a Visitor visa and then get married. However, be aware that if she does this she may be crossing the line on Immigration fraud as her intent expressed to the border agents is for a visit whereas she really intends to marry and stay permanantly. Feel free to discuss your case privately to asses the best approach to take to make sure your case is processed smoothly and competently.    Steve