tbash16:
Hello dear, pls what does the response from the embassy look like, just to be sure it's the normal generic response, because this one plenty, very long email. Thanks.

tbash16:
Hello dear, pls what does the response from the embassy look like, just to be sure it's the normal generic response, because this one plenty, very long email. Thanks.

Flawless1988:

It's the same generic response
Subject: RE: CHANGE OF INTENT TO TRAVEL
Thank you for your inquiry.

Please note that there is no legal requirement to inform us that you are seeking to give birth in the United States or that your purpose of travel has changed. The Customs and Border Protection, a branch of USCIS, determines a traveler’s eligibility of entry to the U.S, you should be prepared to demonstrate to the immigration officer at the port of entry why you are seeking medical treatment and that you have logistical and financial plans for the treatment. You should show the border protection agents upon arrival in the U.S. your detailed birth plan, which would include correspondence with your doctor, the cost of the delivery, any receipts showing prepayments for care and evidence that you have the ability to pay for all costs while in the U.S. up to and including your living expenses.
We recommend that you review the regulations on non-immigrant aliens entering the United States for purposes of childbirth at https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/882/~/visit-the-u.s.-while-pregnant-and-the-risks-involved and plan accordingly. Please you should not stay in the U.S. longer than you are permitted by Customs and Border Protection at the port of entry. The Department of Homeland Security at the port of entry will determine your eligibility to enter the United States on any travel.

If you choose to give birth in the U.S., we advise you to bring evidence of payment, both when you enter the U.S. on this visit, and at your future U.S. visa interviews.

Sincerely,

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Correspondence Unit (TMI)
US CONSULATE GENERAL
LAGOS, NIGERIA

Chanbaby:

Riri26:
I am happy to read from various people's experiences on this platform. Please i will like to know your thoughts. My hubby, our 2yr old and myself got our b1 b2 visa in Nov 2015 for 2weeks Christmas vacation and I wasn't pregnant then. I was asked if I was pregnant and I said no,the VO also asked if we would seek any medical services and we said no. We have not travelled since then because of my tight schedule at work and i got preg in late 2016 and now we want to travel next month at 33weeks for vacation and to have our baby. Do I really need to send the change of intent letter? Based on what I have been reading many people don't think its necessary, I'm really confused. Also do u think I will have any issues with the Houston poe? Thank u for ur input on this.

Guc123456:
Hi,

Can anyone please recommend a Dr in Dallas that accepts transfers till 35 - 36 weeks GA? (Mehn... I can't be there that long) Also looking to make contact with July mamas so that boredom doesn't kill me

Lastly, has anyone had any luck with finding cheap tickets from Lagos to Dallas?

Thanks.

boluwagin:
Dear Nairaland Mom,

Missionary journey has been fully activated. I left Nigeria on the 11/01/17 at 33 weeks/4days with Qatar and arrived Dallas on the 12/01/17 Thanks to all the mama's in the house who has shared their experiences one way or the other it has helped alot. Although, i was almost giving up on not including childbirth as my purpose in the US, especially as anyone you tell you are going to give birth in the US would tell you not to declare you are pregnant (IGNORANCE!!!), but i kept believing on this forum, discussed with DH and we both agreed the only way out was the TRUTH. In the spirit of giving back to the community....

PART 1- MY DOLLAR WAKA
I was lucky to $2500 out of $3000 from my daddy's Ecobank dom account which he gave me at a very good rate even though he would be travelling soon and needed it as well. Since there was no other way to get any more dollar apart from Black market, i went for it with 'RED EYE'. I was also hoping to get more when i get to Lagos from Burea de change at the rate of N400/$1 but my heart from broken when they said they dint have dollar and i had to buy from Black market at the airport which was N2.00 more expensive than in Warri.

PART 2- QATAR EXPERIENCE
I had already sent my Medical Certificate and MEDIF filled and signed by my doctor few days before departure via Qatar local Email. I called some days after sending it to confirm the status and was told it has been approved, I was not asked for it while checking in. The attendant sent me for Fit to fly at the airport, I paid N1500 and got the cert. We left Lagos around 3pm and arrived Doha 7 hours later. I was qualified for an accommodation because i had an 8hrs layover, got to the hotel, rested till morning and was off for the airport at 6am. I was questioned by Qatar officials, if i was expecting?how much would it cost me?if i have a doctor and evidence?...and that was it.

PART 3- DALLAS POE
We touched down Dallas around 3:25pm. Went straight to the B1/B2 section of the Electronic Receipt kiosk, scanned my visa, answered the questions, got my print out and headed for my luggage. Picked up luggage and then CBP officer, i was already CABASHING before it got to my turn.
ME: Goodafternoon sir
CBP: What is your purpose in the US?
ME: For Holiday and Maternity Leave
CBP: Do you intend having your baby in the US?
ME: Yes sir.
CBP: I can see you declared food, i will have to send you to Agriculture.
At agriculture i was asked was what kind of food i was carrying, scanned my bags and i was Off!!! Without any document checked even though i was prepared with all my documents. God was too faithful, Dallas POE is bae abeg!!! My host picked me up, got home and rested. I noticed my passport was not stamped, i was a bit scared but my host told me to check i-94 website, which i did and discovered i was admitted till November 2017 which is even more than 6 months...Glorrrrrrryyyy!!!!

Sorry for my long post but i just had to give back.

Teefinix3:

Hi boluwagin.
Congrats on ur safe delivery. I was able to get in touch via mail to Dr stimage office and her prices were quoted. But the lady didn't include the hospital bills and told me to get in touch with the hospital myself.
Please how were u able to get in touch via mail to Baylor white Scott.
I will be needing the Hosp correspondence at the POE.
I ve sent a request to PM you.
Thanks

ayamout85:
Please can you share a cheap stat/city for birthing? including everything doctor, hospital etc..

eyooo:
Please if you get dis response. I would like to ask what doc and hospital you used in Dallas and the cost. Pls send me a response at ayomideonigbogi@yahoo.com . would really be looking forward to a response from you.

YETI28:
Pls any one knows any cheap hospital in dallas.. Tanks..

Flowers:


I had same issue but Stanbic didn't raise a brow. They just asked for the marriage cert. Gtbank and their excuses. If you have another account try them out or go to another Gtbank branch.

Riri26:
I am happy to read from various people's experiences on this platform. Please i will like to know your thoughts. My hubby, our 2yr old and myself got our b1 b2 visa in Nov 2015 for 2weeks Christmas vacation and I wasn't pregnant then. I was asked if I was pregnant and I said no,the VO also asked if we would seek any medical services and we said no. We have not travelled since then because of my tight schedule at work and i got preg in late 2016 and now we want to travel next month at 33weeks for vacation and to have our baby. Do I really need to send the change of intent letter? Based on what I have been reading many people don't think its necessary, I'm really confused. Also do u think I will have any issues with the Houston poe? Thank u for ur input on this.

ayabemm16:


Dallas is a bit pricey. Have you contacted any doctor yet? Maybe start with that

Miarose:
Well, I just came back yesterday from California with my baby,normal delivery.
The city I stayed in is riverside. The cost breakdown is below;
Doctor fee is 2000$. Fee is same for either normal delivery or cs.
Hospital fee is 1650$ for a day stay for normal delivery. Cs is 4400 for 3 day stay. Extra $500 comes in for extra baby ( twins).
Epidural is 550.
Induction is 300.
Hospital is parkview community hospital riverside. The other hospital riverside community hospital has the same rate too for cash payment.
I spent a total of 3950$ for giving birth there.
The ped I used cost me only 100$. Visit to the hospital to discharge baby is free. The 100$ comes when you visit his office on baby first appointment.
Hepatitis b vaccine is 35$ with him.

Riverside county is about 1 hr from LA. You will have to make more enquiries on the cost of accommodation and transportation. I stayed with a relative so didn't spend on those two.

MadameKofo:
Favouredmom i tried replying you it kept bouncing back.
Jesufifunmi please reply my messages

Ayotundesh:
Hello House!

I've read much older post...what a long and helpful thread.
Thank you for all the credible information.

Please can anyone recommend a hospital or doctor for me in Atlanta where I can birth my LO... I would be due in the 1st week of December.
But I would like to leave in September or October.

Just want to who know a recommended doctor
Where in Atlanta?
How much? Or a price range.

Thank you.