Obiagelli: Went 4 the interview today
V/o can I have ur application
Me: gave her
V/o : where are u visiting
Me: California
V/o: reason for travel
Me: to attend my uncles wedding
V/o: how long has been he been in the us
Me: 14yrs
V/o: how old his he
Me: I forgot to ask his age( I said 37)
V/o: have u travelled outside Nigeria
Me: no
V/o: sorry u do not qualify for a visa now.

I noticed to many people were denied was it because it was Monday.

I must warn you, never say what you're not sure of to the VO(s) that is an express statement for denial if you're lucky not to be banned or red flagged.

You also did not have much information about your uncle you planned visiting, which was evident in you not knowing his age and it won't be a surprise, if your uncle has stayed more yrs or less in California.

You have also not traveled out of Nigeria before. Another reason for the VO to deny your application.

Overall, you did not convince the CO or meet the requirements of a genuine visitor who has the intention to depart the States after your presumed visit....

Asorock 1:


Sorry Obiagelli for the disappointment, I don't think is because of the date, didnt she tell you your reason for denial?
Again which US embassy did u go for the interview?
What is your profile....like married, age, documents you went with, and your ties to Nigeria
Tell the house maybe we can sort out your reason for denial.
Again in everything give thanks go God.

She just gave me a piece of paper for my denial, I am married with 2 kids and I am supposed to represent my family at my uncles wedding, I went with all my docs but non was checked. It was the lagos embassy

tzetzefly:


I must warn you, never say what you're not sure of to the VO(s) that is an express statement for denial if you're lucky not to be banned or red flagged.

You also did not have much information about your uncle you planned visiting, which was evident in you not knowing his age and it won't be a surprise, if your uncle has stayed more yrs or less in California.

You have also not traveled out of Nigeria before. Another reason for the VO to deny your application.

Overall, you did not convince the CO or meet the requirements of a genuine visitor who has the intention to depart the States after your presumed visit....

I am certain about every other information I gave, I just didn't know his age and I didn't even remember to ask him because I was so confident I knew everything about him. How does one knw if he has been banned or redflaged

Obiagelli:
I am certain about every other information I gave, I just didn't know his age and I didn't even remember to ask him because I was so confident I knew everything about him. How does one knw if he has been banned or redflaged

Even at that, it is presumed by the VO you lied to be favourably considered for visa approval. That on its own, is a violation of the signed agreement in your DS-160.

You cannot know you're red flagged unless you are continually denied entry visa without a cogent reason, even if your application seems foolproof.....

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She just gave me a piece of paper for my denial, I am married with 2 kids and I am supposed to represent my family at my uncles wedding, I went with all my docs but non was checked. It was the lagos embassy[/quote

Well I do prefer Abuja consulate than lagos , again i believe it all depends on 3 things to get a US visa: God, favor and the type of VO u meet.
There are people who have made a much bigger mistake than yours but yet got there visa approved. Well you can only live with the things you cannot change but change that which u can change. Wait for another time. Please house your prayers are highly needed as I will be having my interview soon.
God bless you

Whoever sent me a PM should try and send it again so I may be able to view it.

thanks everyone

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Is there any reason why you prefer abuja embassy.

hope4me2012:


Is there any reason why you prefer abuja embassy.

According to research n past experience by some of my friends n colleagues that have been to US visa interview ,they confirmed Abuja consulate to be more organized than lagos consulate.

Asorock 1:

According to research n past experience by some of my friends n colleagues that have been to US visa interview ,they confirmed Abuja consulate to be more organized than lagos consulate.

hehehehehehehehe... Then I guess Y'all never ran into that Asian chic & the Stern bearded white guy in the horn rimmed glasses, because if you guys did, I doubt y'all wud have Nice stuff to say about Abuja's consulate ...

optimus-prime1:

hehehehehehehehe... Then I guess Y'all never ran into that Asian chic & the Stern bearded white guy in the horn rimmed glasses, because if you guys did, I doubt y'all wud have Nice stuff to say about Abuja's consulate ...

I have heard of the Asian woman too, she still dey?
Anyway God is the only ultimate judge.

Asorock 1:

I have heard of the Asian woman too, she still dey?
Anyway God is the only ultimate judge.

Please house my interview comes up soon at Abuja consulate, please anyone with previous experiences can share please. God bless you

funmikosoko: Keep up the good work on this thread,I am always looking foward 2get a notification on this thread cos it educates me on visa issues.
Pls I need the professionals in the house to pls give me ideas of d detailed documents I'll be needing for my UK settlement visa.
My husband is a Nigerian but born and bread in the UK,I visited him about 2 diff times in London n he also visited me in Nigeria about 2-3times too,n we also traveled to Egypt together b4 we got married last year.I stopped working in october 2012,while I got married in Nov 2012,I travelled back with my husband to London after our wedding in Nov n I spent 4months as I still have a 2years valid visa. I am back to Nigeria now but to file for my settlement visa. Please I need ur advice on wat documents myself n my husband need to provide,and also how much do I need to av in my acct. My husband's salary is £2000 per month.

SEND THIS TO THE UK VISA SITE.

Asorock 1:

Please house my interview comes up soon at Abuja consulate, please anyone with previous experiences can share please. God bless you

BY THE WAY,I HAVE PICKED UP US B1/B2 VISAS IN ABUJA AND LAGOS.
Lagos is very rowdy and difficult.
about the VO's,maybe not much difference.
I will forward more info soon.

Does anybody have an interview with the US embassy in abuja 2morrow? If yes pls let me know. I also have an interview 2morrow.

Hannae: Does anybody have an interview with the US embassy in abuja 2morrow? If yes pls let me know. I also have an interview 2morrow.

May God's favour and 'grace' (unmerited favour) rest on u.

Hannae: Does anybody have an interview with the US embassy in abuja 2morrow? If yes pls let me know. I also have an interview 2morrow.

I will be praying for you Hannae, I will be having my appointment at Abuja embassy but I haven't scheduled an appointment yet, Im still looking up for available slot in June. I intend traveling by July. House I need your prayers always. Hannae pls make sure to tell the house on how your interview goes ok . May the grace and favor of God be with you, because his words says that we shall decree a thing and it shall come to pass, I therefore decree that your visa, everyone here seeking visa and myself, shall be approved in the name of the father, the son and the Holy Spirit. AMEN

I am so glad I found this forum.Please I need your help here.I have a 2yrs USA B1/B2 Visa - still very valid and I own a company in lagos with my husband and got the visa to represent our company at a business event last year.But now I want to apply for USA Summer tourist visit for my kids actually 4 of them,my husband is in lagos too he doesnot have a USA visa himself and he is not applying.
pls I just need candid advice on how to go applying for the kids for a summer disneyland holiday in the usa.pls all advice and experiences will be appreciated.thank you.

ilekeoba: I am so glad I found this forum.Please I need your help here.I have a 2yrs USA B1/B2 Visa - still very valid and I own a company in lagos with my husband and got the visa to represent our company at a business event last year.But now I want to apply for USA Summer tourist visit for my kids actually 4 of them,my husband is in lagos too he doesnot have a USA visa himself and he is not applying.
pls I just need candid advice on how to go applying for the kids for a summer disneyland holiday in the usa.pls all advice and experiences will be appreciated.thank you.

Taking your 4 kids along would definitely raise some red flags because the VO may assume you are relocating with your kids. I would advice you try with 2kids and see how it goes. Good luck.

Copiousworld:

Taking your 4 kids along would definitely raise some red flags because the VO may assume you are relocating with your kids. I would advice you try with 2kids and see how it goes. Good luck.

Thank you Copiousworld.that kind of confirmed my fear,a third opinion is always necessary,you did help me conclude thanks

Is it safer not to use an invitation letter to the US,is it ok to just go and visit as if you dont have anybody over there?

Funlady412: Is it safer not to use an invitation letter to the US,is it ok to just go and visit as if you dont have anybody over there?

Even if you decide not to use an invitation letter,If you have relatives in the US,you gotta mention it.In that case,you would just need to show that you ve got stronger ties at home.The CoNsular Officer will consider your circumstances and financial situation in Nigeria ,and determine whether or not they are good enough to make you return.(INA Section 214B )

Hello All,

For the discerning mind,this article is important for people preparing for interview at the US embassy.A view point of a consular Officer. You can deduce a lot from the article if you take time to read through

http://www.cis.org/us_visas_still_easy_to_get.html

Hi All,

I would like to know if it is possible to get a visa for a certain date and decide not to use it until like 2 months after.

Reason: My father who is to come for my graduation in JUNE just informed me that he would be busy with some personal matters and instead let my mum come represent him. He is now planning to come around September to visit me. Would that be an issue at the POE since the VISA he will be coming with would state that he is coming for my graduation in June. He plans to tell CBS that he was too busy at that time, and now just want to come see me for a week or so. Is that sellable?

Thanks.

Mr. Wally:
Hi All,

I would like to know if it is possible to get a visa for a certain date and decide not to use it until like 2 months after.

Reason: My father who is to come for my graduation in JUNE just informed me that he would be busy with some personal matters and instead let my mum come represent him. He is now planning to come around September to visit me. Would that be an issue at the POE since the VISA he will be coming with would state that he is coming for my graduation in June. He plans to tell CBS that he was too busy at that time, and now just want to come see me for a week or so. Is that sellable?

Thanks.

he could enter the US as long as the visa is valid.And,yes it is plausible.The CBP are not gonna turn him back just because he Didnt arrive on the original intended date

u ar bless in jesus name and inshala...

please what ar d procedure at d us embassy for interview on the appointment date..... can someone guide as to how it works...

In the marital section can i choose other option and put engaged?as i have engaged and got lots of pics to show dat.I have a good business that pays me more than my job,its a fashion bis,and v got good account for it too,the challenge here is that i havent registered it with the govt,can i indicate it on my DS?and if i do,is pictures and the statement of the account show proofs?

Pls I wnt to knw if not registerin d name of company am usin to work cld work against me cs I hv an appointment a month time,my wife n kids r in US,she's d one doin d fillin.I'm in2 landscappin,production n installation of pavin stones wit vast knowledge abt it,wat do I tell d VO if ask abt which work am doin,tanks

Pls help! I have scheduled my visa appointment. The confirmation page has visa class: B1/B2. Visa Category: All others. Please the category is it supposed to be all others?

Henries: Pls I wnt to knw if not registerin d name of company am usin to work cld work against me cs I hv an appointment a month time,my wife n kids r in US,she's d one doin d fillin.I'm in2 landscappin,production n installation of pavin stones wit vast knowledge abt it,wat do I tell d VO if ask abt which work am doin,tanks

Not necessarily.Be honest with COnsular officers'..Its crucial.When asked about your job,tell him/her what you have mentioned here.Dont panic or stutter!

walmart: Pls help! I have scheduled my visa appointment. The confirmation page has visa class: B1/B2. Visa Category: All others. Please the category is it supposed to be all others?

There are several categories of non-immigrant visas.,H,J,K,F,I,L,M....,and most are sub-divided.egF-1 is for academic and language students.H-1B Is for specialty occupations requiring highly specialized knowledge,K-1 for foreign military personnel etc

Funlady412: In the marital section can i choose other option and put engaged?as i have engaged and got lots of pics to show dat.I have a good business that pays me more than my job,its a fashion bis,and v got good account for it too,the challenge here is that i havent registered it with the govt,can i indicate it on my DS?and if i do,is pictures and the statement of the account show proofs?

You may.And you would do well to indicate your bussiness,whether its registered or not.You must take all documents that support your application along.But CO'S dont normally rely on them.Its your actual performance at the interview that counts.So,be sure to wow him/her with a terrific display.X