YETI28:
Hello sirs and mas please I need your opinions and advice. Thinking of going for another missionary journey and this time Wana go with my mum. But the thing is I have visa, but she doesn't. If I go with her to the embassy to secure one for her, please what are the likely questions they might ask us. Plus will they ask of hospital bill (receipt) or my first child? Please help me out. Thanks

Shawbabe:


You are not a visa officer.

You don't have any business going to the embassy with your mum. Except she needs an interpreter and they'll provide one.
Let her fill her form and reason should be to look after you and her grandchild. Give her your receipts in case they ask. Your data page, visa copy and your previous child's data page.
You don't have to go with hr to hold her hand. She'll be fine.

baslone:


Hello Shawbabe, I know I can get most of this information on the thread but I am already suffering from information overload. Can you run me through the following.

1. Had my baby on Wednesday, Eastside Medical Atlanta- Filled the BC form on thursday. Thinking of approaching the Vital office office tomorrow Monday to pick it up.- Do I have to do a money order for this or I can pay right there and then? Any form of documentation I need to go along with?

2. Passports- Do I need to make any form of online applications before I approach their offices? If yes- can you help with the links? I would love to do money orders before I approach these offices as well- do you know the exact cost to expedite both the Nigerian and American passports?

Thanks

Gagat:
Y'all! Good to know that my teamies, Feb 2017 mamas in the house are doing well. Praise be to God!

Pls anyone with or interested in shared affordable accommodation in safe location in Danville,Virginia; North side of Chicago, Illinois; or Atlanta, Georgia, Kindly contact me asap, so we can rub minds and work together.

YETI28:
Hello sirs and mas please I need your opinions and advice. Thinking of going for another missionary journey and this time Wana go with my mum. But the thing is I have visa, but she doesn't. If I go with her to the embassy to secure one for her, please what are the likely questions they might ask us. Plus will they ask of hospital bill (receipt) or my first child? Please help me out. Thanks

olayoife:


you can go with her if you want, but you might not be allowed in since you are not apply. Add a copy of your visa to her application and let her state in her application she's going with you and that you already have a visa. Give her al supporting documents. make sure what you used in obtaining your own visa tallys with hers. eg Hotel or Accommodation plans, state in extra explanation that you are footing the bills etc... this should do it and also let them know why she's going with you and what she does currently.

Thank you so much..really appreciate

Above all keep a positive mind. It's never a one way shot atimes. cheers

Onegai:
twoods, can a U.S. expat self-pay? my cousin is due and she has been making calls. We tried to get Marketplace Insurance for her but once they hear she is a USC with no income in the U.S., she is turned down and told she is eligible for low income Medicaid (she's a housewife/small scale business owner in Nigeria due to a few conditions). She would rather stay in Nigeria and file after birth but checked quite a lot of laws and it seems sensible to go abroad.

she's paid taxes in the past as a low income earner.

olayoife:
Hi guys,

i have been reading about this topic and forum for sometime and my wife shared some before we had our baby in Texas.
But what surprises is that people hardly talk about midwife birthing and i wonder why.

Midwife or Water birthing is cheaper for non complicated pregnancy, non first borns etc
The good thing about it is the midwife clinics are linked to some specialist hospitals incase anything happens
but you only use it if you are sure your pregnancy is not complicated.

My wife did not use it because pregnancy was complicated but had wholesome information while trying to look for something cheaper
but the hospital we used was quit ok in terms of price.

My advise for those having babies abroad, have seen threads where people say no need to carry out test due to cost, PLEASE!!!!!!!
DO THE TEST, what is the point of spending $7,000 to give birth and you cannot do a $150 test? or what is the point of having the child under sophisticated equipment and you bring the child to naija to come fix hearing problem or jaundice or any other child birth issues, when the child can even be fully attended to. Infact once you child is fully registered as a US citizen he begins to enjoy benefits. SO HELP YOUR CHILD AND HELP YOURSELF.

Cheers....

Bisoye82:

Ha Justwise honestly am embarrassed,mortified and horrified at the level of begging at the airport,Got back on Monday,from the way they are looking at you and form of greetings you will know that the next thing that you will hear is Oga/madam/Bros anything for us .I was pissed when one woman says ehm madam follow me after have finished with customs,yes which office/designation be una o,she said Quarantine ,my face/phonetics changed immediately,yes wetin happun I carry seed,live animals,plants? madam abeg free me,oya come Quarantine pampers and Similac na.
Geez.

debby516:
Bro/sis, pls share ur visa/poe transcript, ur bils etc, dats ow dis thread grows.

My interview was quite brief and interesting. Wifey and I went to the consulate dressed simple in shirts and sneakers. Tension was quite high.

The lady V.O was just dashing almost everybody while the man was refusing everyone before us but one. He didnt even put up a smile. In my heart I was praying to avoid him and i guessed every other person was. The only person he issued a visa was a young girl and she spent almost 20 minutes with him.

Unfortunately, my prayer wasnt answered- we were summoned to his stand. My heart was beating, my throat was dry because of the crazy harmattan.

We: Good afternoon

VO: Good afternoon, so what do you want to go and do in the U.S

Wifey: To have our baby

VO: where?

Wifey: Atlanta

VO: how long do you intend to stay?

Wifey: 10 weeks

VO: You look quite young, you guys married?

ME: yes (flashed him my diamond studded ring. Last time i wore a wedding ring was over a year)

VO: interesting, so how long have you been married?

Wifey: two and half years.

VO: any letter from the doctor?

Me: yes sure (passed him letters from Dr Soyoola and receipt of payments to doctor and hospital)

Me: i have email correspondence from Gwinnett Medicals here too if you insist.

VO: no thats fine, can i see your statement of account.
(I had a huge bulk that couldnt pass under his demarcation so i divided it into half and as i was passing it over to him)

VO: and what do you do for a living?

Me: I am a. . . .

VO: wooow! (Smiles for the first time), you mean you . . . (Starts talking about my business)., You guys make a lotta money.( scans through the statement)

Me: (smiling now too) yes we do and i own the company.

VO: that's great. That means you must be very rich.
(VO, wifey and myself burst into laughter)

Me: Yes I am ( still laughing)

VO: i tell you what, you can pick up your visas on Monday.
(Turned to my wife, passing her 2 typed sheets)

VO: i want you to study this and make sure you follow the instructions accordingly when you traveling.

Me: (talking to wifey) shey u can hear oo

VO: naah! You have to listen too. You impregnated her so you have to lead her all the way.
(VO, wifey and myself burst into laughter again as we turned to leave)

Wifey: did you say Monday? (Every other person that were granted visas were told Tuesday, so she had to re-confirm)

VO: yes Monday

We: alright thanks (smiling)

And that was it.

olayoife:
Hi guys,

i have been reading about this topic and forum for sometime and my wife shared some before we had our baby in Texas.
But what surprises is that people hardly talk about midwife birthing and i wonder why.

Midwife or Water birthing is cheaper for non complicated pregnancy, non first borns etc
The good thing about it is the midwife clinics are linked to some specialist hospitals incase anything happens
but you only use it if you are sure your pregnancy is not complicated.

My wife did not use it because pregnancy was complicated but had wholesome information while trying to look for something cheaper
but the hospital we used was quit ok in terms of price.

My advise for those having babies abroad, have seen threads where people say no need to carry out test due to cost, PLEASE!!!!!!!
DO THE TEST, what is the point of spending $7,000 to give birth and you cannot do a $150 test? or what is the point of having the child under sophisticated equipment and you bring the child to naija to come fix hearing problem or jaundice or any other child birth issues, when the child can even be fully attended to. Infact once you child is fully registered as a US citizen he begins to enjoy benefits. SO HELP YOUR CHILD AND HELP YOURSELF.

Cheers....

olayoife:
Hi guys,

i have been reading about this topic and forum for sometime and my wife shared some before we had our baby in Texas.
But what surprises is that people hardly talk about midwife birthing and i wonder why.

Midwife or Water birthing is cheaper for non complicated pregnancy, non first borns etc
The good thing about it is the midwife clinics are linked to some specialist hospitals incase anything happens
but you only use it if you are sure your pregnancy is not complicated.

My wife did not use it because pregnancy was complicated but had wholesome information while trying to look for something cheaper
but the hospital we used was quit ok in terms of price.

My advise for those having babies abroad, have seen threads where people say no need to carry out test due to cost, PLEASE!!!!!!!
DO THE TEST, what is the point of spending $7,000 to give birth and you cannot do a $150 test? or what is the point of having the child under sophisticated equipment and you bring the child to naija to come fix hearing problem or jaundice or any other child birth issues, when the child can even be fully attended to. Infact once you child is fully registered as a US citizen he begins to enjoy benefits. SO HELP YOUR CHILD AND HELP YOURSELF.

Cheers....

olayoife:
Hi guys,

i have been reading about this topic and forum for sometime and my wife shared some before we had our baby in Texas.
But what surprises is that people hardly talk about midwife birthing and i wonder why.

Midwife or Water birthing is cheaper for non complicated pregnancy, non first borns etc
The good thing about it is the midwife clinics are linked to some specialist hospitals incase anything happens
but you only use it if you are sure your pregnancy is not complicated.

My wife did not use it because pregnancy was complicated but had wholesome information while trying to look for something cheaper
but the hospital we used was quit ok in terms of price.

My advise for those having babies abroad, have seen threads where people say no need to carry out test due to cost, PLEASE!!!!!!!
DO THE TEST, what is the point of spending $7,000 to give birth and you cannot do a $150 test? or what is the point of having the child under sophisticated equipment and you bring the child to naija to come fix hearing problem or jaundice or any other child birth issues, when the child can even be fully attended to. Infact once you child is fully registered as a US citizen he begins to enjoy benefits. SO HELP YOUR CHILD AND HELP YOURSELF.

Cheers....

TWoods:


Here is the point... if you care so much about capitalizing the alphabet used to spell GOD, shouldn't we expect people to also care more about the very things God himself says he is concerned about in Galatians and Philippians and other books of the Bible?

I am always impressed about the upside down spiritual logic of the average Nigerian.

TWoods:


One big flaw here... while it is true that a US citizen child qualifies for benefits, You were granted a visa to birth strictly based on the understanding that you will bear all the associated costs without recourse to public assistance. Please adhere to the terms of your visa.

Not to nitpick but why should a VO issue you a visa to go use a midwife in America when you can easily find one in Lagos?

baslone:


Hello Shawbabe, I know I can get most of this information on the thread but I am already suffering from information overload. Can you run me through the following.

1. Had my baby on Wednesday, Eastside Medical Atlanta- Filled the BC form on thursday. Thinking of approaching the Vital office office tomorrow Monday to pick it up.- Do I have to do a money order for this or I can pay right there and then? Any form of documentation I need to go along with?

2. Passports- Do I need to make any form of online applications before I approach their offices? If yes- can you help with the links? I would love to do money orders before I approach these offices as well- do you know the exact cost to expedite both the Nigerian and American passports?

Thanks

olayoife:
Hi guys,

i have been reading about this topic and forum for sometime and my wife shared some before we had our baby in Texas.
But what surprises is that people hardly talk about midwife birthing and i wonder why.

Midwife or Water birthing is cheaper for non complicated pregnancy, non first borns etc
The good thing about it is the midwife clinics are linked to some specialist hospitals incase anything happens
but you only use it if you are sure your pregnancy is not complicated.

My wife did not use it because pregnancy was complicated but had wholesome information while trying to look for something cheaper
but the hospital we used was quit ok in terms of price.

Infact once you child is fully registered as a US citizen he begins to enjoy benefits. SO HELP YOUR CHILD AND HELP YOURSELF.

Cheers....

ojceskills:
Oh dear your response just highlighted your narrow minded nature. This was about you not others...Since you care so much about the things God says and what HE is concerned about then why not lead by example and start by showing some respect for the same God you quote his words so much. Only if you took time to understand sometimes we are actually the problem especially when we are quick to lend our voices in the bid to be perceived as knowledgeable then will you respond intelligently.

Shawbabe:


Very bad advice here. Anyone that takes it, at your own risk during visa renewal.

gold638:
Hello house. Please, any advise on pediatrician in Atlanta? Will really appreciate a response. Thank you

zmoney:
Please Houston mamas especially those around Houston NorthWest, what mode of transport did you use to the passport office downtown,and vital records office as well? Since its quite a distance from that area?
Also what mobile network is affordable for calls and data?
Thanks a lot!

Misselite:
Am a Florida momma. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. Just had a set of twins. Please am in urgent need of desoul contact. Nikky k, triple k mamma and all who have contacts and experiences on visa on arrival please help. Experience and birth story coming asap.

Shawbabe:


You pay cash or card. You and money order sef lol. American passport is $165. I think it's extra for expedited. For Nigerian passport, I can't remember the process. It's been 2 years. Check my posts from 2015.

Shawbabe:



Meanwhile why use Dr Soyoola? All these over priced naija Drs....tufia. lol

modath:


If i were her, I'd let my "past taxes" cater for medicaid bill.. A USC is eligible anyday..


How are you & lil princess? Missionary 2 loading?

Shawbabe:


Answers:

1) No. You can pay at the vital office with card or cash. $20 I think per copy. Abi $5 I can't remember. Document to go with is your ID and confirmation of birth of the baby, given to you by the hospital.

2) Online application? No. Go to travelstate.gov website for the updated way of getting a US passport. You can get a form from post office but you have to call the number on the website to book an appointment before showing up downtown. You pay cash or card. You and money order sef lol. American passport is $165. I think it's extra for expedited. For Nigerian passport, I can't remember the process. It's been 2 years. Check my posts from 2015. I even had to screen shot the page coz I forgot.
Meanwhile why use Dr Soyoola? All these over priced naija Drs....tufia. lol

Misselite:
Am a Florida momma. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. Just had a set of twins. Please am in urgent need of desoul contact. Nikky k, triple k mamma and all who have contacts and experiences on visa on arrival please help. Experience and birth story coming asap.