2tallman2:
Hello guys .... Please I heard it possible to buy an appointment date at the US embassy... Please how true is this and how can one go about it ?

I'm a 41 years old man seeking to visit a friend of mine in the USA... She's willing to send an invitation letter and also any other necessary documents to back it up... Please I need your advise on how to go about the whole process, like what and what does she need to send to me and what documents do I need to take with me when going for interview.

iyanuakin:
Good morning Gurus, so I applied for IW in Feb which I was refused but was scheduled for follow up interview
My interview comes up in April 26, my initial plan was to go last month for 2 weeks break, My circumstance has changed as I got promoted last month too with increased salary and also time to travel has changed too

Can I fill another DS160 to update my status before the date or I’m not allowed to change anything?
Thanks

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. I doubt your chances to secure a B1/B2 visa for the purpose of visiting a Pen Friend , and especially the one who is old enough to be your father without any business establishments between both of you .

2. I will however also not want you to jeopardise this opportunity because someone has to be your ladder to the top.

3. Apply for a short academic or industrial training (2-3 months) in the USA . This is much better than him sending you an invitation and don't mention him in all your applications.

4. Discuss this idea with him as well as the financial implications for both of you to juggle. If everything works fine , you will secure the B1/B2 (5 Yrs) visa which you will need to initiate your journey to the United States .


Best Wishes 🙏

iyanuakin:
Good morning Gurus, so I applied for IW in Feb which I was refused but was scheduled for follow up interview
My interview comes up in April 26, my initial plan was to go last month for 2 weeks break, My circumstance has changed as I got promoted last month too with increased salary and also time to travel has changed too

Can I fill another DS160 to update my status before the date or I’m not allowed to change anything?
Thanks

LadyCaplin:
Did you spend a long period on your last trip to the States? Or was your visa used for child birth?

Just curious to know why you were asked to schedule a follow up appointment.

All the best in your interview!

adelawry:
Yes, You can fill a new DS 160 and be sure to update the NEW DS confirmation number in your application. Alternatively, you can retrieve the information in the old DS 160 you already submitted, that would only requiring you updating or changing only the relevant information. You can do this by going through the retrieval option and then click on create new DS information.
I hope that helps!

Xplicit007:
Hello House,i have 2 quick questions.

1. When completing ones IVR, there is a part that asked "if you have been denied visa within 12months under the same visa class''. Last year i applied for tourism and i was refused under B1/B2 and now i am applying for conference. Does conference B1 belong to the same visa class? And do i have to click on the box or opt for the none of the above?

2. when you are applying for a B1 visa for a conference. If approved, will you be issued a 5yrs B1/B2 visa?

JohnZak:
Hi,
First off, I do not think this is a good idea to start renewing your visa while on OPT, especially as you are renewing in January 24 for enrollment in Fall 24. I think you are risking a lot by doing this. Have you been admitted for Fall 24 enrollment for a new school or program? If you have, your I20 will ensure that you remain in status so this should not be an issue. Obviously if you have not been admitted or enrolled, you can't renew. I only renewed when it was absolutely necessary for me to travel because sometimes you can never tell what kind of day a VO is having. My advice is to avoid renewing now and wait until after you have completed OPT and have your new 120. If you renew and the VO annotates your visa for a start date in the Fall 24, you may not be able to come back to the US until 30 days before resumption even with your OPT. Your OPT is work authorization and not a visa. Again, if you have to renew, I suggest that you wait until the Fall semester is just about to commence before doing so.

I renewed some years ago in Canada and Mexico when I was a student so things may have changed now. Then there was not a long wait. I got a date pretty quickly. The interview was pretty straightforward. On all occasions, they just collected my I20 and asked what I was studying and that was it. One time, one VO was from the same state that I was studying in and just asked about how I liked the state, the football team etc. It was more of a social conversation. They never even asked about proof of funding, transcripts, enrollment verification etc. even though I had all that. Personally, I think the risk of rejection is low. As long as you have not fallen out of status or have a criminal record here in the U.S. I think you will be fine. My friend had a DUI and he had trouble renewing but he eventually came back after missing one semester.

biikeys:


Not the best time to renew after graduation. The question will be why do you need a visa since you already graduated right? Better to look at H1b/EB GC of if you want, you re-enroll afresh for a Masters or PhD and then go get a renewal.

arama2022:
Hi, thank you for responding. I would like to re-enroll and continue my studies and I also don't want to be stuck in the US unable to travel while I am studying. My interview in Dominican Republic is in April, do I wait a bit longer (May/June) to renew since it's closer to resumption date.

mrsnoname:


Please I need answer to this question


Hi Everyone,

For those who have renewed their b1/b2 visa via dropbox. Please how long did it take between submitting your passport and getting your visa approved to getting back your passport?

Also, does it usually take long to get available dates to go drop off passport via Dropbox.

Thanks yall.

iyanuakin:


Yea
Spent 3 months

Skorse:
Hello everyone,
Please I need answer to this question

I re-scheduled my B1/B2 appointment date once not including the initial appointment date and I’m not able to reschedule again, I thought it’s supposed to be thrice. can someone enlighten me more?

Abdomox:
Hi All,

Please when is the earliest F1 dropbox appointment in Lagos now? Thanks.

Abdomox:
Also anyone with reliable info on when the rate for visa fee will be adjusted?

Paying 185 x 4 at N1800 exchange rate is unfair when dollar is now 1200.

OyoTunjiUSA:


Hey 🤠

1. Yes , It's a free world. Leave your email or WhatsApp #. Will reach out .


Best Wishes 🙏

Kenturkey048:


Boss.. Please can I also reach you...

Already sent an email to you..
Can I get your WhatsApp number ?

MrMagnetic:


I asked the Teller at GTB today, and she said they have not been instructed to adjust the fee. I paid 333k this morning. It's well.

arama2022:
Thank you so much and apologies for my late response. I am currently enrolled for Fall 2024 in another school to pursue a higher degree. Someone told me that it was difficult to get a date in Canada and advised I applied in Dominican Republic which I did and got an interview date for April 21. My question is, what is the success rate in DR? Do I wait for my current visa to expire on 6 June before renewing? (I have plans to travel out of the country in Summer and December) My current OPT/EAD expires July 13 and I have an admission for a new school, do I renew based on OPT or new i20? What are possible interview questions? Also, can I email you.

megastu:
My last IW was declined and i did the interview. I spent 1 day on a trip to America.

mane48:
pls which type of visa are u paying for?