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| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 7:19am On Jun 27, 2016 |
akagson: Hello akagson, It usually takes 3 business days - so if approved on Friday, you can expect it to be ready by Wednesday, if there are no additional issues. That is only if you have paid your SEVIS fee and it is reflecting in our system (this usually takes about 1-2 weeks), so if you only paid your fee on Thursday, get approval on Friday, it may actually take 1-2 weeks for the visa to be ready. Therefore, plan ahead and pay your SEVIS early as soon as the appointment is scheduled. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 7:22am On Jun 27, 2016 |
pristine88: Hello pristine88 - That is a question for your school. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by youngtigga: 12:34am On Jun 29, 2016 |
Hello VO I am currently in States for the summer and I am wondering about the possibility of switching to F1 or M1 visa in order to attend aviation school. Thanks |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 7:18am On Jun 29, 2016 |
youngtigga: Hello youngtigga - That is a question for USCIS as they are responsible for those decisions. I will warn you that overstaying your tourist visa (or even staying for many months without being able to explain to the Consular Officer that may adjudicate your future cases) while you wait for a decision, does not exempt you from ineligibilities that would then hamper your future ability to study and visit in the U.S. The best plan would be to apply to a school, get admission, and complete the visa process here in Nigeria. Regards, Student Visa Team 2 Likes |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by akagson: 7:19am On Jun 29, 2016 |
Hello abujaniv , Please what is missing in my checklist of documents to bring to the interview? *I20 Form *Visa receipt *SEVIS receipt *Admission letter from school *Proof of financial capability *Passport *Visa Appointment Confirmation page What other document is missing from the above checklist for the interview? Thanks. 2 Likes |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 10:09am On Jun 29, 2016 |
Hello akagson, The required documents are your SEVIS receipt, your DS160 (appointment confirmation page), your 1-20 and your passport. Regards, Student Visa Team 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by tp2324: 4:28pm On Jun 30, 2016 |
Hello Abuja NIV, A quick question for you please. I am applying for F-1 visa with my wife and daugther. They will not be leaving same time with me. Only visits when my wife is on leave and my kid on vacation. Kindly advise which catergory of Visa they should apply for. B1/B2 or F-2? Thank you |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by masquellett(m): 7:40pm On Jun 30, 2016 |
Abujaniv. Pls Pleasse I have been following this thread carefully, Urgent question ppls |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 12:15pm On Jul 01, 2016 |
tp2324: Hello tp2324 - They should apply with the F2 visa. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by Bastion318: 6:00pm On Jul 02, 2016 |
Hi Abujaniv, I have a question for you please. I am an F1 PhD student currently studying in the US, and I plan to come to Nigeria to get married to my fiancee sometime close to the end of this year. My school does not explicitly require that I show a marriage certificate in order to get an I-20, neither do I see any such requirement on the official immigration website. Is it illegal to get an I-20 from my school to bring along when coming down to Nigeria for my wedding later this year? Even though my school does not require it, I'm also wonder if presenting an F2 I-20 which predates the date on the marriage certificate will raise some reg flags when she goes for the interview. Getting the I-20 before coming will be more convenient, as opposed to coming back to the US, applying for one, sending it down to Nigeria and then having her go to the embassy afterwards. Any suggestions you have will be well appreciated. Thank you |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by tp2324: 4:08pm On Jul 03, 2016 |
Hello Abuja NIV, If i already got my f1 visa for a particular school and another school with a more mouth watering offer gives me admission. What do i do if i prefer the new admission? Kindly help. How do i go about this? Also what if is a different semester? |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by xpress101(m): 12:08am On Jul 04, 2016 |
Abuja NIV, I'm 32 years old with a Higher National Diploma (HND) with a major in architectural technology. I recently gain admission to Northern Arizona State University to study Civil Engineering B.Sc. (4years) program. I was told the United State recently change their visa issuance policy and that they do not issue more than 2 years generally. Should I go ahead and apply? As I was told by friends that my chances is very slim, and I plan apply for my visa this July. Please I want clarification and advice if it will be necessary for me to withdraw the application ASAP. Thank you for your kind consideration. |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by akagson: 9:41am On Jul 04, 2016 |
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| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by OJsamue1(m): 8:12pm On Jul 08, 2016 |
Hello VO I applied for an I-20 scholarship visa in January and my application was put on pending ever since then with no contact from the embassy. Fortunately I got another one but from a different school. I want to ask if I'm eligible to apply or a new visa or not. Thanks |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by nelajayi(m): 1:01pm On Jul 10, 2016 |
Hello guys! For my MS in the US my office wants me to take study leave instead so based on availability i can work remotely with my team in nigeria. How can i present this in a document at the interview and will this be an advantage? |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:01pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
youngtigga: Hello youngtigga - That is a decision for USCIS, but the process is the same - you will need to be accepted into a school first. Be careful that you do not overstay your visa while you wait for a response as you may then be ineligible due to misuse of the B1 visa. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:02pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
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| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:14pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
Bastion318: Hello Bastion318, You need to be married for your wife to get the F2 visa. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:18pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
tp2324: Hello tp2324, You will need to get an updated I20 for your new school. You can email the Consulate or Embassy and ask that a case note be added to your case, but you should bring both I20s with you to the POE to explain your situation to the CBP agent. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:20pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
xpress101: Hello xpress101, All visas to the U.S. for Nigerian citizens are only valid for 2 years. That does not impact schooling as you can apply for a renewal. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:22pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
OJsamue1: Hello OJsamue1, You will need to follow up with either LagosNIV@state.gov or AbujaNIV@state.gov depending on where your interview was. You can reapply if you wish in the meantime. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:23pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
nelajayi: Hello nelajayi, We do not look at these types of documents. You will need to explain it to the officer. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by lollmaolol(m): 8:39pm On Jul 13, 2016 |
abujaniv: You guys are doing a great job here @abujaniv , I wish CIC will embrace this medium too. I'm not a fan of USA but I admire what u re doing here. Cheers |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by nelajayi(m): 1:22pm On Jul 16, 2016 |
Hello guys, I will be at the embassy during the coming week for my f1 visa interview. I work with an IT firm which has agreed to a leave of absence for the duration of my masters in the US. I know i'm expected to come with supporting documents like bank statement etc for the interview; what supporting document should i ask my office to prepare for me as evidence of the fact that i work with em and they are approving a leave of absence for me? |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by Beluv: 4:58pm On Jul 16, 2016 |
Good day vo On behalf of a friend, He was at the embassy for interview for f1 visa but was denied, He has HND and applied for Bsc, after all the questioning the officer said he's not eligible . He can't really point out why. 1)Is doing Bsc after HND not realistic? Cos the woman was kind of skeptical why He will want to do bsc in US. 2) He has informed the school and they want to offer him masters degree cos that was his first option but the advisor discoraged him then. can He reapply for the visa with the masters before school resumes in September. Then how can He get the details of the reason for his refusal the from the embassy. Thank you. |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by nelajayi(m): 8:06pm On Jul 16, 2016 |
I think i'm all set then.Thanks a lot, i'm really grateful! abujaniv: |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by elmogaji(m): 7:37am On Jul 17, 2016 |
Hello AbujaNiv pls I just applied to a school for my bachelors degree in the USA,I have a test score, TOEFL, 78, but my fear is I completed my secondary school in 2008 and now I'm 25yrs without a degree,is it true that I might b denied cos of my age? |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by abujaniv: 1:02pm On Jul 18, 2016 |
elmogaji: Hello elmogaji - You will never be denied for your age, but you will need to explain to the officer why you want to go to school now and what your professional goals are that compel you to return to Nigeria. Regards, Student Visa Team |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by nelajayi(m): 4:40am On Jul 19, 2016 |
Hello Abuja NIV, I have my f1 visa interview in lagos tomorrow morning but while going through my documents now, i found that my middle name is not on the appointment confirmation whereas my DS-160 and passport have the middle name; is that a problem?   |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by OJsamue1(m): 8:13am On Jul 19, 2016 |
Hello Abuja NIV I transferred my sevis fee payment from old SEVIS ID to the new one hoping to reapply since my previous application is still on pending so I thought I mail the consular first of my intention to reapply for a new visa notifying them of pending application so I was given an appointment under "221G" to come on Tuesday. I emailed the SEVP to help revert the payment back to my old SEVIS ID but no response from them. Pls how do I go about it. Thanks |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by durodolatunde(m): 1:45pm On Jul 19, 2016 |
Thanks for this unique eye-opening privilege. It feels sooooooo good to be here and learn. |
| Re: U.S. Student Visa (F1, M1, & J1) Forum - We're Listening by nelajayi(m): 3:03pm On Jul 19, 2016 |
Hello, On my appointment confirmation page for f1 visa i saw this in the last section: "NO APPLICANT WILL BE ALLOWED INTO THE CONSULATE VISA HALL WITHOUT A VALID MEDICAL EXAMINATION REPORT". |
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