Prepare with clarity before you apply.

“The difference between approval and denial often comes down to one thing – PREPARATION.”

— Ricardo Navalta
Former DHS/HSI Attaché, U.S. Embassy Manila · former head of its Visa Security Program (retired; no current U.S. government role)

Start the ₱299 Readiness Check Book on Messenger

Pricing

Three ways to prepare

Readiness Check launch price ₱299 until Dec 31, 2026 (regular ₱499). No guarantees — readiness guidance only.

Tier 1

Readiness Check

₱299

Launch price until Dec 31, 2026 · Regular ₱499

Score + section breakdown. Credited toward higher tiers.

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Tier 2

Full DS-160 Review

₱10,000

Written review, Ric-approved. Upgrade for ₱10,000 minus the Readiness Check fee you paid (₱9,701 after ₱299; ₱9,501 after ₱499).

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Tier 3

Premium Review

₱15,000

Full written review + 30-minute Zoom call. Follow-up questions are handled within those 30 minutes.

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How it works

Three steps. No surprises.

Assess — Take the Readiness Check and pay ₱299 (GCash or bank transfer). Send your receipt on Messenger.
Review — Upgrade to a Full Review if you want Ric’s written assessment of your case.
Prepare — Use the feedback to tighten your DS-160, documents, and interview answers before you apply.

Booking and receipt verification happen on Facebook Messenger. Official visa fees and appointments are handled only through travel.state.gov and ustraveldocs.com/ph.

Who this is for

Applicants who want honest preparation

First-time applicants

Unsure what consular officers look at for B1/B2 visits from the Philippines.

Prior refusals

Want a clear read on what changed — and what still needs work — before reapplying.

Busy professionals

Prefer a structured check and a written review over guessing from social media tips.

Ready when you are

Start with the Readiness Check, or message us if you already know you want a Full Review.

₱299 Readiness Check Message on Messenger