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| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Naughtyvirgin(m): 9:20am On May 30, 2018 |
Why not defer to spring to be on a safe side since you cant meet up Mervyn98: |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Ubah1(m): 9:22am On May 30, 2018 |
whyqueu: The best way to do it, if he has several accounts transfer all the money to one account. It will reflect that it was sent from his other account. Others it will be a redflag if another person deposit money just for the sake of the interview. Or print out all his account statements if he has the total amount required, then present it |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 10:02am On May 30, 2018 |
whyqueu: Congrats , there is no rule against having more than one account ......Immediate transfer can always be a red flag . One option can be to print all the various bank statements, carefully arrange and staple all together and then put a one page cover letter . The cover page should explain for example that my dad or Mr X has 5 bank statements attached , listing each with closing balance and then staple all together .... That way the one page cover note explains to anybody the multiple accounts and balances 23 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Mervyn98: 10:57am On May 30, 2018 |
Is it true that I have to wait for six months after being denied a student visa before reapplying? |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Ubah1(m): 11:57am On May 30, 2018 |
Mervyn98: 1 Like
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| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 12:36pm On May 30, 2018 |
Mervyn98: Most likely. I guess the US embassy is tired of having to deal with people applying for re-interviews after they've been denied, clogging up dates for other applicants. 1 Like |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by ghs007(m): 1:25pm On May 30, 2018 |
I called the US consulate in Lagos today and was told that if denied a visa, you can reapply at any time and I also went to the consulate for the education USA orientation today and confirmed from a visa officer present during the orientation that appointments can be scheduled anytime after denial. 3 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Ubah1(m): 1:32pm On May 30, 2018 |
ghs007: Yes. But getting a date is the issue. Once you click on previously refused, there are no available dates. Ask them if you can use regular to apply instead of the the previously refused option. Cos for the regular option, there are many available dates but fear of misrepresentation is the issue
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| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by gracetim34: 1:40pm On May 30, 2018 |
dmajor1:. Congratulations wish you safe trip.... Can u plz box me @gracetim34@gmail.com 1 Like |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by josh49: 2:13pm On May 30, 2018 |
Hello house i have issues with my i-20 i signed on the parent/ guardian option, I already used a white ink to clear it out, hope that wouldn’t be a problem |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by monistick: 2:31pm On May 30, 2018 |
Visa was approved today 6:30am . The embassy was so filled Up like it was the gate to heaven. I was interviewed by the lady in Window 4. I think I had about 10 people before me, I doubt if she approved 2 out of the those 10. Me: Good morning VO: Good morning, how are you? Pass me your passport and I-20 Me: I did VO: Why Anderson University, Indiana? Me: It was recommended to me by a senior colleague who is an alumni of the school. VO: What Course? Me: MBA VO: Why MBA? Why MBA in AU Me: Am required to go for MBA in order to take Up a role as a unit manager at work. I also discovered Anderson University has the 5th largest MBA program in the state of Indiana VO: What do you do? Me: I work with ****** group Ltd as a Senior Account Officer VO: Are you married? Me: Yes VO: How long have you been married? Me: four years VO: What does your husband do? Me: He works as a logistics manager VO: Do you have kids? Me: Yes, a daughter VO: You spent 9weeks in the U.S last year, why? Me: My brother's wife gave birth, the baby was a premy and the mother had complications after delivery. So, I had to stay back, to show them some love and give them attention. I also had a roll over from previous annual leave VO: where does your brother stay? Me: Indianapolis, Indiana VO: Is your husband and child going with you? Me: No VO: Who is your sponsor? Me: My dad VO: What does he do? Me: He is an entrepreneur, a chartered accountant, he owns a school and also runs a consulting company VO: Congratulations, your visa has been approved. You would need your I-20 and Please do enjoy your stay while studying. All the best to those preparing for their interviews 16 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 2:36pm On May 30, 2018 |
monistick: Without fail, 99.5% of posts claiming to be posting their positive visa interviews ALWAYS put it in context of everyone else who failed. Why? Does it make your good luck that much special? 9 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Damidala1(f): 2:37pm On May 30, 2018 |
Hello everyone Please I have a question..I have noticed so far people who didn't write gre or toefl hardly get their visa please is it a must you write toefl or gre to get your student visa or is there a right answer to give when it comes to your English test  ? Please I need an answer cuz my interview is next month1 Like |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 2:45pm On May 30, 2018 |
TWoods:  Nobody wants to stay in Nigeria anymore , i think they are just overwhelmed with the sheer number of applicants , and witnessing live that a lot more are not given than given. 2 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 2:46pm On May 30, 2018 |
monistick: Congrats , May God bless your new journey 1 Like |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by josh49: 2:50pm On May 30, 2018 |
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| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 2:57pm On May 30, 2018 |
Damidala1: There is no right answer and no one is going to manufacture one for you. Simply go tell the truth and see what you get. Herein lies the problem, most serious schools will require a standardized test - even regular Americans take the SAT or GRE/GMAT when applying to US schools. The majority of schools who don't require these tests are either visa mills or schools with minimal application standards simply looking to cash in on the lucrative education business. The VOs know this and are highly suspicious... are you choosing these schools because you truly want to study or simply using them as a vehicle to emigrate to the US? On the flip side, people who apply to top schools like Duke, Harvard, Princeton, Rice are rarely ever here seeking advice. They don't need it. These are typically people who are serious, know what they want and how to get it. They do not require to be spoon-fed, they go after information they need and typically get their visas approved. Even the relatively few who come here rarely get turned down for visas. The US embassy is not peopled by anti-Nigerians, they simply want to know that they are giving visas to those who are really serious about getting a solid education, not miscreants seeking to scam their way into the country. 4 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 3:02pm On May 30, 2018 |
josh49: That is a serious problem. Report the error to your school and have them send you a new one. I hope you learn a lesson here - the laissez-faire attitude of Nigerians to everything does not work in other countries. |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 3:05pm On May 30, 2018 |
josh49: why didnt you ask before fiddling with white ink ......... People make mistake everyday so initally wasnt a big deal but the best way to correct a mistake is just I am not sure what the next step is or if you can still use it , but next time no white ink . There is another thread that VO addresses question so maybe you ask the VO on that thread 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by monistick: 3:12pm On May 30, 2018 |
Thanks for this ma. I can't be happy with the fact that others are being denied. I have been there twice, during my first application B1/B2 and also when I took my daughter. I have never seen so much crowd like I saw today. At a point, I was also scared of being directed to her counter. I was just surprised at rate at which that particular woman denied so many, even with so much crowd. LagosismyHome: 1 Like |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 3:16pm On May 30, 2018 |
monistick: What did you expect? She should approve everyone because there is a crowd? The point is we would not be here today if we were just a teeny bit more honest. Simple. |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by femi312: 3:26pm On May 30, 2018 |
TWoods:This is actually very true but I don't agree with the part that people who apply to top schools 'rarely' seek advice. I believe seeking advice and spoon feeding are entirely two different things. Coming here to ask for third party opinion or advice about two different program shows seriousness/characteristics of a serious student unlike coming here asking people to suggest schools, application deadlines, school requirements etc is spoon feeding and characteristics of an unserious student. My point is people who get offers from 2 or more top schools seeks advice from experienced people just to make a better decision on the offer to accept 12 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Coloniel5000(m): 3:33pm On May 30, 2018 |
have been having difficulties uploading passport on ds160 form, though it says I can continue without uploading but I should come to the embassy with a hardcopy of my passport with confirmation page, but I want to ask if its okay that I should go with that or I should just take my time and upload a passport. thanks. |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by josh49: 3:44pm On May 30, 2018 |
LagosismyHome: Thanks for the reply my interview is in 7days time and I cannot request for another i-20 But i have a photocopy |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 3:46pm On May 30, 2018 |
josh49: Photocopy no . That not accepted .... it possible to use the i20 with the ink but I am not an expert. Best to check with a VO |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Coloniel5000(m): 3:46pm On May 30, 2018 |
Coloniel5000:please someone should help me out |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by TWoods(m): 3:51pm On May 30, 2018 |
josh49: Even worse. You can request for another I-20. You will have issues with using white out on a sensitive immigration document, either at the embassy or at the POE. It's the rule of thumb even for ordinary work documents, never use white out... if you must correct a document, use only one cross-out so the error is still clearly legible, then initial the change. Best practice, get a new document. The VOs default thought is that you are lying, you're making his case stronger with white out. |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by josh49: 3:51pm On May 30, 2018 |
LagosismyHome: Thanks for ur kind replies But i rilli don’t no were to locate the VO trend Kidnly share with me if you have it Thanks again 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by LagosismyHome(f): 3:58pm On May 30, 2018 |
josh49: https://www.nairaland.com/1792662/u.s-non-immigrant-visas-listening/227 |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by josh49: 4:08pm On May 30, 2018 |
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| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by bigfrancis21: 5:50pm On May 30, 2018 |
YoungTesla: The image is in line with what I said earlier. The population of India runs in Billions thus you have twice or more the number of potential F1 students compared to Nigeria, and also higher number of F1 students from India in Nigeria compared to Nigeria. Notice that all these 10 countries listed have one thing in common - very high population. In terms of probability in math, the higher the population the higher the frequency of occurrence. The point I tried to make earlier is that if Nigeria has 10 million potential F1 students hitting the embassy yearly, India has closer to 70 million yearly and their visa interviews/requirements are tougher than that of Nigeria because the embassy definitely can't let all that huge number in but overall you get more F1 Indian students than F1 Nigerian students because of their much higher sampling size/population. 5 Likes |
| Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by bigfrancis21: 6:01pm On May 30, 2018 |
Damidala1: From your premises you should know what your answer is. Take any of the exams for taking sake just to have something to present to the visa officer if asked. Paying N45k for TOEFL or N50k for GRE is cheaper than N57.6k for your second visa interview. My 2 cents. 4 Likes 1 Share |
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