[quote author=Passion2009 post=79470724]

Yes. She also needs to make the VO understand it was a summer vacation(alongisde her sister giving birth to a baby) and her high school was on holiday. She can also make reference to visiting the U.S more than 15times. I think she should have responded to the question of: have you been to the U.S before with "Yes, fifteen times". That may have made the VO more comfortable than "Yes, for 2months."


Cc Abike12. [/quote

very valid points, thank you.

LagosismyHome:


Nigerians are now treated more harshly because our people don do and undo so sadly everyone is painted with the same brush .....

My sister after secondary school came and stayed with me for 6 months in UK, 2 months in USA and about 4 months in Canada . That because she took a gap year as we felt she was too young to enter Uni so she went travelling instead . If she needed a visa from Nigeria when she started Uni in the states , that might have come back to be an issue... But the point of the story is really 2 months or 6 months holiday or even a gap year holiday for a child that young is really not a big issue (some Americans take full gap year and go travelling) but as our people don spoil everything, little things like that becomes an issue ......... you cant blame people from trying all they can to have a baby outside Nigeria these days

I would say she should try again, just review some of her response about school and make sure they sound smart ...lol. interview is so subjective jare, she can go next time and the next Vo won't have any issue with 2 months. This thing it's all about the voices in the Vo head . Does she have any scholarship or funding. Also check that it's a reasonable rated school

thank you so much for your response, God bless you. yes, she was on a gap year because of age like you said. the reason for our hesitation for her to go back is that we are not even sure of what to fix before her next interview, let them not be denying her multiple times at that age. we are still protective of her, that's our baby lol

TWoods:


She spent 2 months on a vacation. The VO specifically pointed that out. You have no idea what he was looking at on his screen. Being on an A game is of no use if the VO isn’t convinced you’ve used your visas appropriately.

Either way, the interview is done. And we aren't even trying to pursue this further so why all this? It's judgmental, unsolicited, and you did generalize. Who does all this help?

TWoods:


You were too hasty. I didn’t accuse your sister of fraud at all. I talked about the issue of ties to home country only.

If you got your f1 visa 20 years ago, your parents are probably well in their 60s or older. It’s far easier for them to get visas than a 17 year old.

If you had not generalized and claimed she abused her visa we won't be having this conversation. Her transcript has been critiqued and I gave her feedback as well and told her she should have been on her A game. Your first comment was not to help anyone but to accuse a total stranger, and that's not ok.

TWoods:


For something that is allegedly not do or die, you appear to be very upset about it.

Something is quite wrong with you. You're passing judgment on my family member and expect me to not be upset.

TWoods:


The rules have since changed. Sorry.

Non immigrant visas are not meant for folks to spend lengthy summer breaks all the time.

Why are you telling me sorry? I'm so confused, is this like the thread troll or something? Should I even be replying?

TWoods:


1. I didn’t judge. I simply shared an opinion on why your sister was likely denied a visa. That is the purpose of this thread. Others will learn from it.

2. Her being a minor has no bearing on whether she gets a visa or not.

3. the fact that she’s always had a visa through Dropbox has no bearing on whether she qualifies for a non-immigrant visa or not.

4. The misuse of the Dropbox is perhaps why it’s been suspended indefinitely for Nigerians alone. There are several examples on the childbirth thread of people who’ve always had visas via Dropbox who were denied on their next interview for very similar reasons to your sisters’.

I understand that feelings are raw and to be honest, I feel very sorry for her. But decisions like this are based on practical realities, not emotions.

Lol @ raw feelings. Please don't feel sorry for her, she will study in the right country for her. Multiple visits to the US does not make it her birthright to study here but I take exception to you claiming she committed fraud when my mum who came with her just renewed her B visa at a face to face interview so your point is....?

Did you see the travel dates they put on their visa application? No, but you assumed because...?

TWoods:


The number 1 requirement for a US non-immigrant visa is that you have something in your country that will compel you to return after your visit to the US. There are a few issues with this transcript:

How long did your sister say she would spend in the US when she first got the visa? Too often Nigerians treat the B1/B2 visa as an entry permit to stay however long they wish. If your sister claimed she was going for a 2 month stay at her visa interview, she would have been denied. If she said 2 weeks, then stayed 2 months, that’s a big trust issue too.

The fact that your sister spends that much time in the US on a visit suggests she’s not doing anything serious in Nigeria that will compel her to return after her studies.

Sometimes these visa denials are not rocket science.

Dude you need to chill she's 17 years old and has always had a valid US Visa through dropbox with my parents. Also her previous stays have ranged from 10 days to two months.

I shared her transcript to help and because I used that of others, not for you to be passing judgment on a minor. Don't bring your Nigerian bashing near me, you don't see me acting like it's a do or die affair so respect yourself.

What's not rocket science is reading before being hasty to make judgment. Summer break is a little under three months and on many occasions they've spent up to two months here before going to other countries AND were still able to renew their Visa.

Brown2Green:


She didn't have a good response obviously from the transcript. Don't blame it on the STEM or Travels.

She can still give it a shot if she's well drilled.

thanks for your input. lol @ drilled. i remember my time sha, over preparation nearly wounded me

Olumuyiwalasode:



It is well, but spending 2 months na issue again? did the VO expect her to just spend 2 weeks ni....well, God will make a way!

Amen! Thank you

wow things have really changed since I got my F1 visa almost 20 years ago...

thank you so much to everyone that contributes on here. I used a lot of the information from this thread to prepare my sister for her interview. she has been visiting the US almost every year since she was a handheld baby. I will try to give as much of a transcript as possible to give back in my little way.

background: undergraduate, sponsored by parents who live in Nigeria. i20 deficit - $18,200, SOA belonging to our dad: around $40k for the past 6 months

greetings and passed VO her i20
VO: Why did you choose business administration?
A: she gave her reasons and said she will be focusing in Human Resources
VO: when last did you visit the US and for how long
A: last year and for two months
VO: Why did you stay for two months
A: for Christmas and to see sister (me) who had a baby
*tried to give documentation for birth of her niece and the VO pushed it back*
VO: what does she do
A: gave answer
VO: what company
A: forgot and hesitated
VO: what are your plans after graduation
A: to return to Nigeria and work for a few years before getting MBA
VO: unfortunately you don't qualify for the visa

To applicants:
If you have any immediate family member here, please remember all their basic info, where they work, how many kids, address, immigration status and how they got it, etc.

If you are planning to come and study and have all your money, please apply to schools in Canada as backup so these people don't delay your life.

If you have no travel history, fear not, because as you can see travel history doesn't equal visa.

He didn't collect any document from her apart from i20 and seemed to be hung up on the fact that she spent 2 months here on holiday when she was given a two year visa and has been to the US at least 15 times, as well as other countries. If they are discriminating against non-STEM degrees, well that's just hilarious. We won't be reapplying and will try the more peaceful, serene and happy Canada.

Good luck to all and thank you for sharing all your experiences.

abike12:
Hello everyone, please I need your help. I would like to find out about OSSD, Braemar College to be precise. I feel like it has some advantages for the student since she's a bit young and it will give her a chance to get accustomed to life abroad before going to University but I'm wondering if they grant study permit for OSSD? I searched on here and all I saw were ads. Full disclaimer they also have fast admission because we are hoping she can start in September (I know we're running late). I appreciate any help. Thanks.

Guys please help with any advice. Our best laid plans were frustrated by US embassy today and we're scrambling to get her started this year. I appreciate any input.

Congratulations to them!! I choose to ignore the woman trying to take credit for this. Nigerians seem to progress outside of Nigeria. Big shame.

ttmacoy:
Haba there are many Nigerians doing well in a Chicago.

One advantage of Chicago to me is it’s one of the the most balanced/diverse economy in the US so for married couples with different fields it’s gives them both options compared to say NY which is heavily Financial services or the west coast which is technology heavy.

And the immediate past mayor actually did a good job attracting more companies to Chicago, yeah it is more competitve than smaller cities but less competitive than the likes of NY.

that's great to hear, especially because there are a lot of Nigerians there

Hello everyone, please I need your help. I would like to find out about OSSD, Braemar College to be precise. I feel like it has some advantages for the student since she's a bit young and it will give her a chance to get accustomed to life abroad before going to University but I'm wondering if they grant study permit for OSSD? I searched on here and all I saw were ads. Full disclaimer they also have fast admission because we are hoping she can start in September (I know we're running late). I appreciate any help. Thanks.

laivwire:
I see some car adverts stating the car is used by a woman as an advantage.

Personally I believe women use cars in a terrible manner. They just start and drive with next to zero maintenance routines.

What’s your take?

lol. orisirisi werey sha

if she does ordinary 5k giveaway they will turn to fans. smh

This could only have been written by an unintelligent and jobless person

Congratulations. I hope he has stopped beating her

Beautyaddy:


Huh...Are you sure about that?

I was under the belief that most Americans live in the cities because of the availability of more jobs and higher wages.

That's why I said I've always felt ... that's my opinion after living here for almost 20 years both in small towns and big cities. the average american isn't motivated by money to move from their small comfortable hometown. places like nyc and san francisco are obviously exceptions but in chicago you would likely run into more people native to that area than transplants

kroger:


In Atlanta you can get a brand new sizable house starting at $240k.. depends on the area also..Chicago is a no no for me. I wonder how my brothers survive there, its not as if they are doing one tangible thing..

Agreed. I've always felt like Americans that live in expensive cities do so mainly because of family ties. Why will I come from Nigeria and go to where is expensive? but to each their own sha...

kroger:


Is it costly or cheap?

relatively cheap compared to other major cities in the US

Lolu01:
200s for a room? or what and whats the best way to search for accommodation apart from Craigslist

200 thousands dollars to buy a home

Ifesinachi22:


What is OPT please?
How do you mean your student for only 7 months on a 2 year F1?

the OP said they have only 7 months of studying left, it was an F1 renewal. google OPT

KristaPretty:
Thank God Ambode is not a woman. He would have gotten pregnant by just taking a photo with Tuface's BrotherUbi Franklin

I hope I will not get pregnant by commenting on his topic

lmao

Nwaobiegue:
Good day everyone,

I just got my F-1 visa renewed after an interview. My original program start/end date was 14th August 2017 - 15th May 2019. I extended my program till 13th December 2019 (i.e 7 months from now) and it's evident on my I-20. Prior to this renewal, I have a visa valid till 13th July 2019(I.e 2months from now).

Please educate me on the likely validity of the just renewed visa. Is it going to be the 7 months spectrum, less than or the usual 2 years?
Has any student for whatever reason been approved of visa with less than 2 years validity?

Thank you gurus

your student status is only valid for the time you are a student. even if the visa is for 2 years, you are only a student for 7 months so either you get on OPT or return to Nigeria. it's one of those things that can cause issues for you if you try to adjust your status down the line because it will be seen as unlawful presence. do the right thing.

Chibaby98:
Ok thanks. But can I take one of my guardian’s bank statement as my sponsor?

I don't see why not although parents are generally preferred as sponsors. Take a notarized letter of sponsorship from the person.

AgreatMan:
Please I need some answers as the situation pass me.

A guy here went for his Visa and this is the transcript. I have his permission to post.

V.O: Good morning
Me: Good morning
V.O: Pass me your passport and I-20
Me: obliged
V.O: you are going to UTA for what
Me: masters degree in chemistry
V.O: did you apply to other schools
Me: mention the two other schools, IIT and Auburn
V.O: where do yo live
Me: Port Harcourt
V.O: what did you graduate with at University of Ilorin
Me: first-class
V.O: have you had any issues with the police or any law enforcement before
Me: replied No
V.O: where do you live
Me: I answered Port Harcourt, he nods and said correct
V.O: where do you work
Me: told him XYZ limited in PH
Baba dropped my passport and gave me white paper, told me he had to check something and placed it on AP.

According to him, he said he can't check the status until after 60 days.

He said he has no relatives in US.

He also said his records are clean.

What can he do to perhaps hasten the process?
What could have caused it?
Has there any similarly case and how did the process go?

Any other help will be appreciated.

Fairheart, LagosismyHome, time2win, walspring, bracelum, please everybody.

I know someone this happened to, he had a really common first and last name and I suspect that had something to do with it. It took about a month but he got his visa.

Chibaby98:
Hello everyone, so I have a question to ask. What documents do I have to present or if I do not have any documents to show, how do I prove that I intend to return to Nigeria after I am done with schooling in the US during my visa interview?
I am actually going to renew my visa, I have been in the US for 2 years.

take your transcripts, student ID, i20, statement of account with enough funds for one year and if you've been working on campus, tax returns.

SirWahl1:
You do place Texas above Illinois? I do like to know about the IT stuff though. FYI there are lost of successful black/ Nigerians in chicago the downside is it’s a highly competitive market and you would expect from the third most viable city in the US

That's good. I know a non Nigerian in the financial sector that's doing very well there but I've not seen anyone coming from Nigeria to live in chicago have a soft landing. IT will require a bunch of certifications and I think weekend classes for a month or thereabouts. I'll reach out to a friend to get you specifics. One thing I will tell you is if you plan to remain in professional jobs long term then you need to add a US degree to your plans.

oluwarichie:
Chicago, illinios

my first advice would be to leave chicago. Nigerians there are not up to much as far as legal life. I literally don't know one Nigerian in chicago that's up to much. If you are open to relocation I would suggest atlanta, houston, dallas, places with upwardly mobile black people and Nigerians, low cost of living, nice houses in the 200s, and lots of opportunity. IT is definitely having it's moment now and you don't have to spend much on education to get your foot in the door. I like that it's flexible, allowing you to work from home and have other side gigs. If it sounds like something you're interested in I can ask around for how to get started. I'm assuming you're a permanent resident...

good job Peter, now choose them again and stop putting family drama on the internet