pendusky:


I am seeing a Nigeria where whites will be applying and turned down just like op for a visit!


Nigeria must be better!

justwise:




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dustydee:

I agree that it is discretionary but these things also pay a part. A former colleague of mine was denied because according to the VO he doesn't earn enough money. He work for one of the highest paying government agencies. His pay then was around 200k.

EroticAngelina:
yeah

onatisi:
bros ,the guy answered the question accurately without telling stories . It just wasn't his day. I think maybe he was jittery when answering and the vo must have thought he is lying . Apart from that ,there is nothing wrong with his answers but most likely his facial expression and body language could have made the vo to doubt him .

martyns303:


You made great points, but to say the passport doesn't matter is not true. I school in the UK, we spend 6 months in the UK, then 6 months in the US, then come back to the UK. The school processes everything. However there are students from certain countries that always find it difficult acquiring their US visa. Mostly Iraqis, they have to fill out a security form and go through other process. While the British guys don't even break a sweat. You would think it would be easy considering the reputation of the school and having paid almost N60 million in school fees. Now imagine applying as an individual as a cittizen of those countries.

SkinnyDude:
yeah!
and you dont know that london is not a country.

xdos:
Sir, my first travel outside naija was to the United States... I wasnt that confident especially when I was asked questions yet I got the VISA. They asked abt my job, places I'll visit when I get there... They didnt even request for much document....

HolyHolla:
I assure that sometime, someday, these Americans and Europeans would be queuing up for visas to Nigeria and other African countries after the complete collapse of law and order with economic and natural disasters in their nations. Diarise it!

Yomieluv:
Before my cousin was granted visa to the UK,she was put under severe scrutiny..

The UK claimed her kids weren't her,they asked the kids several times,if she is their mother,or aunt..

Thank God she was given then.

EroticAngelina:
lmao! eyha! sorry swiri.
countries like usa, canada, london, spain etc hardly accept nigerians.
tip: nxt time u wanna apply 4 visa again, tell ur cousin over there 2 send an invitation letter. if u get it and show the visa ppl, ur chances of getting visa are higher

EroticAngelina:
jeez it was a mistake. london, uk, britain... they are smwhat d same jare. cut me some slack. mtchw

HolyHolla:
I assure that sometime, someday, these Americans and Europeans would be queuing up for visas to Nigeria and other African countries after the complete collapse of law and order with economic and natural disasters in their nations. Diarise it!

chimchim1:
D easıest way ıs to look for a conference to attend ın the usa. I have amerıcan vısa 4 myself, wıfe n my daughter tru same means. Its very easy n make sure u have ınvıtatıon letter then ur famıly members can accompany u. And ın ur applıcatıon never state dt u have relatıon ın d usa.

chimchim1:
D easıest way ıs to look for a conference to attend ın the usa. I have amerıcan vısa 4 myself, wıfe n my daughter tru same means. Its very easy n make sure u have ınvıtatıon letter then ur famıly members can accompany u. And ın ur applıcatıon never state dt u have relatıon ın d usa.

RickRichards:
Use leeeeeeeeeeeeg.

funstufz:


eewoooooooo, sorry ooo
Just like that in less than 5minutes..........
Money don go be that
When will the Green Passport get respect again my people....

bigtalla:
@OP, I know a few peeps who have gotten visas with salaries lees than 180k and have not travelled out of the country before. Some likely reasons u were denied visa are:

1. You appear to have no strong ties to Nigeria : Travelling alone without your kid(s) and hubby raises a red-flag. Seems like you are running away. Next time, apply for a visa for the whole family, even if you plan to travel alone.
2. Intention of Visit sounds weak: You may truly have a cousin you miss so much and would love to see, but what stops your cousin from visiting you here in Nigeria (I want to assume your cousin is not yet married)? Rather than you leaving your hubby and kids to make a long trip to the US.
3. What you plan to do during your visit: During your 2 weeks stay, I think it would have made more sense saying you are going for a vacation and u plan to visit wonderful places like, NASA space centre, Musem for Natural sciences, etc (depending on where u want to visit). Then when asked if you know anyone in the USA, u say YES, you have a cousin and may visit her, depending if time permits you
4. Where you will be staying: You can book hotel room(s) without paying a kobo. This gives the Visa Officer the impression you won't be inconveniencing anyone in the USA and you plan to 'spend' your cash in the USA...


My thoughts

studio14:
I will disgrace that visa officer there, you don't ask me such useless question because I will give it to you there hot.

Emmahunk:


I have read so many responses to this write up many of which gave wise tips but the one lamenting the green passport not having respect is annoying.
May I authoritatively inform the writer of that piece that the Nigeria E passport is as date one of the most respected today in the world because of its high security features. It is in fact second to the United States passport in meeting ICAO standard.
Granting or refusal of visa is based not on the Country’s passport but other issues some of which are as follows ;
●Confidence of the appplicant during interview
●Evidence of strong ties at home to prove that the applicant is not abandoning home
●Evidence of livelihood to prove that applicant will not be a public charge in host Country
●Previous travel history hence the question have you travelled before is more important than people think
●It's always a good proof of financial independence when you book a reservation and pay for at least a night rather than filling your relation's address as the place to stay in the States
●Age is also important. Do you look as old as you claim?
●Dress neatly and not to impress
●Never appear desperate, be relaxed.
●Never be in a hurry to produce any document except when it's requested for
Good luck

dROC1:


From my experience the following factors worked against you.

1. No travel history.(Western country preferred)
2. Low income and job profile to support your trip. (Your monthly salary can't pay for a US plane ticket and feed your wife and kid at the same time )
3. You didn't go with your spouse.( If married, this reduces your chances drastically)
4. No convincing reason for your trip (An official trip and hotel booking would have served your circumstances better)
5. General naivety of the whole visa process

Being married should have helped you but with all the factors above the VO was definitely going to bounce you...no two ways about it.

Don't bother re-applying immediately till most of your circumstances (Now a red flag in their records) have changed significantly else you will just be throwing away money.right

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trendyindian:
Dear Consulate,

. I was denied my bi/b2 visa today . I told the consulate I am married with 2kids and I will be going for 3 weeks to see my nephew I have not seen for a long time.

She asked me why I was travelling alone nd I told her my kids r in school. But I was denied.

I need your help to advise me on what to do cos am thinking of reapplying with my kids and husband asap for Christmas holiday. Cos I noticed all applicants that came with der kids nd husband were given visa.

1. my problem is when I re apply will I be the main applicant while my husband nd kids will be dependant?

2. Should I use hotel reservation or I should use the same relative (my uncle) as my contact person.

kindly help me cos I need to start asap.

thank you.

EroticAngelina:
lmao! eyha! sorry swiri.
countries like usa, canada, london, spain etc hardly accept nigerians.
tip: nxt time u wanna apply 4 visa again, tell ur cousin over there 2 send an invitation letter. if u get it and show the visa ppl, ur chances of getting visa are higher

EroticAngelina:
jeez it was a mistake. london, uk, britain... they are smwhat d same jare. cut me some slack. mtchw

mya1:


It's a mistake, yet they are somewhat the same?They are not somewhat the same.

London is a city in England .It's the country's capital.
UK comprises of 4 countries - England, Scotland ,Wales and Northern Ireland.

So, no you would not be cut some slack.

It's just like the dumbos that call Africa a country.