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• • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Teeboy22(m): 5:43pm On Jun 27, 2015
Business/Tourist Visa (B-1/B-2) is for people traveling to the United States temporarily for business (B-1) or for pleasure or medical treatment (B-2).

Generally, the B-1 visa is for travelers consulting
with business associates, attending scientific,
educational, professional or business
conventions/conferences, settling an estate or
negotiating contracts.

The B-2 visa is for travel that is recreational in
nature, including tourism, visits with friends or
relatives, medical treatment and activities of a
fraternal, social or service nature. Often, the B-1
and B-2 visas are combined and issued as one
visa: the B-1/B-2.

Note: Consular officers would really like to see that applicants are honest.

TIPS

*Wear a clean and neat cloth you are
comfortable in, no preference for formal
or casual attire.


*Your appearance should convey who you
are. If you are a student, you should look
like a student. If you are an executive, you
should look like an executive.

*Your body language should convey
friendliness.

*Arrive earlyGreet the Visa Officer with a
smile and a "good morning".

*Be confident! Do not get nervous. Smile
when you meet the visa officer for the first
time.

*Don't show signs of nervousness such as
flickering of eyes or trembling of fingers.

*Have and maintain a confident posture
throughout the interview.

*Be confident in your answers! Make short,
clear, to-the-point replies, in a clear voice.

*Do not say anything that is irrelevant or
not asked.

*Be polite, do not argue and do not ask
unnecessary or unrelated questions.

*Often times you might not understand
what the interviewing officer is saying
because of his/her accent and/or the
microphone system. If you do not
understand one of their sentences do not
feel afraid to say, 'beg your pardon; I did not understand you.' If he/she repeats the
question and you still do not understand,
that is not a problem, do not panic. Calmly
and confidently say, 'sorry sir/madam. I
still did not understand you. Could you
kindly repeat what you said?'

*Do not give an answer immediately
without thinking through it.

*Be honest during the interview and while
preparing the documents.

*For every question asked, when you are
saying your answer, you should be
prepared to simultaneously put forth a
document supporting your answer, and
refer to the document in your answer.

*Mind your manners and refrain from
unnecessary body movement.

*Remember, the consular officer is not your
enemy, he is just doing his duty

Additionally research more about the following

*who is inviting you to the US or the event
you are attending

*destination in US and how you wish to
spend your time

If the Consular Officer did not look at your documents Many people complain that the visa officer did not
even ask any questions nor looked at any
documents and rejected their application which is
not fair at all. Visa officers are experts in their
profession and they are appointed in consulates in
foreign countries after extensive training. Due to their vast experience and training, visa
officers can figure out true intentions of applicants
just by looking at them. They can even figure out
whether information provided in the application
and/or documents may be true or fake. They don't
need to talk to applicants in many cases.

Goodluck!


cc:Justwise bigfrancis21

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by MosakuAW(m): 5:51pm On Jun 27, 2015
Nice one

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by colored(m): 6:30pm On Jun 27, 2015
nice one though still doesn't change the fact travel history and home ties increases one's chances than observing the tips mentioned

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by bigfrancis21: 6:32pm On Jun 27, 2015
This is wonderful. Coming at a time when someone really needs this.
I'll send it to him right away.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Ezenwa11(m): 10:35pm On Jun 27, 2015
Going to US is the last thing on my mind for now.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by sobastical: 11:24pm On Jun 27, 2015
Ezenwa11:
Going to US is the last thing on my mind for now.


Haha, your fear is very much understandable tho I also don't think I can step in there soon only if God say

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by happney65: 2:23am On Jun 28, 2015
colored:
nice one though still doesn't change the fact travel history and home ties increases one's chances than observing the tips mentioned

The USA isnt bothered about your travel history At All At All..Have lots of people who got it with a virgin passports..The Main thing is you being able to convince the V.O then you are good to go..Chikena

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by coolhamid(m): 6:12am On Jun 28, 2015
US is kinda overrated...

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Elparaiso(m): 12:16am On Jun 29, 2015
Gotten it....
This thread helped well....

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by colored(m): 8:53am On Jun 29, 2015
Elparaiso:
I am getting my visa today ijn
what time is ur interview
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Elparaiso(m): 5:12pm On Jun 29, 2015
colored:
what time is ur interview
My interview was 6:30 am...
I've been approved....
Thanks

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by colored(m): 10:42pm On Jun 29, 2015
Elparaiso:
My interview was 6:30 am... I've been approved.... Thanks
congrats

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by bigfrancis21: 11:23pm On Jul 03, 2015
Quite informative. I have recommended the article for the front page.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by databond: 9:57am On Jul 04, 2015
wonderful
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Nobody: 9:57am On Jul 04, 2015
[size=58pt]THANK YOU[/size]3
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by biGPoppaSays(m): 9:57am On Jul 04, 2015
I'm so happy to see this article,,, it's quite helpful
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by shema101(f): 9:57am On Jul 04, 2015
USA ko, daura ni. Abeg, help me find visa 2 bornu.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by kayalla(f): 9:58am On Jul 04, 2015
Ezenwa11:
Going to US is the last thing on my mind for now.

hahaha. fear of the unknown abi...
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Houseofglam7(f): 9:58am On Jul 04, 2015
Will save this page..... For reference purposes
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by GabrielSuswam(m): 9:59am On Jul 04, 2015
None Of My Business.....

Nigeria is the easiest way to Become a Billionaire

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Nobody: 10:00am On Jul 04, 2015
Teeboy22:
Business/Tourist Visa (B-1/B-2) is for people traveling to the United States temporarily for business (B-1) or for pleasure or medical treatment (B-2).

Generally, the B-1 visa is for travelers consulting
with business associates, attending scientific,
educational, professional or business
conventions/conferences, settling an estate or
negotiating contracts.

The B-2 visa is for travel that is recreational in
nature, including tourism, visits with friends or
relatives, medical treatment and activities of a
fraternal, social or service nature. Often, the B-1
and B-2 visas are combined and issued as one
visa: the B-1/B-2.

Note: Consular officers would really like to see that applicants are honest.

TIPS

*Wear a clean and neat cloth you are
comfortable in, no preference for formal
or casual attire.


*Your appearance should convey who you
are. If you are a student, you should look
like a student. If you are an executive, you
should look like an executive.

*Your body language should convey
friendliness.

*Arrive earlyGreet the Visa Officer with a
smile and a "good morning".

*Be confident! Do not get nervous. Smile
when you meet the visa officer for the first
time.

*Don't show signs of nervousness such as
flickering of eyes or trembling of fingers.

*Have and maintain a confident posture
throughout the interview.

*Be confident in your answers! Make short,
clear, to-the-point replies, in a clear voice.

*Do not say anything that is irrelevant or
not asked.

*Be polite, do not argue and do not ask
unnecessary or unrelated questions.

*Often times you might not understand
what the interviewing officer is saying
because of his/her accent and/or the
microphone system. If you do not
understand one of their sentences do not
feel afraid to say, 'beg your pardon; I did not understand you.' If he/she repeats the
question and you still do not understand,
that is not a problem, do not panic. Calmly
and confidently say, 'sorry sir/madam. I
still did not understand you. Could you
kindly repeat what you said?'

*Do not give an answer immediately
without thinking through it.

*Be honest during the interview and while
preparing the documents.

*For every question asked, when you are
saying your answer, you should be
prepared to simultaneously put forth a
document supporting your answer, and
refer to the document in your answer.

*Mind your manners and refrain from
unnecessary body movement.

*Remember, the consular officer is not your
enemy, he is just doing his duty

Additionally research more about the following

*who is inviting you to the US or the event
you are attending

*destination in US and how you wish to
spend your time

If the Consular Officer did not look at your documents Many people complain that the visa officer did not
even ask any questions nor looked at any
documents and rejected their application which is
not fair at all. Visa officers are experts in their
profession and they are appointed in consulates in
foreign countries after extensive training. Due to their vast experience and training, visa
officers can figure out true intentions of applicants
just by looking at them. They can even figure out
whether information provided in the application
and/or documents may be true or fake. They don't
need to talk to applicants in many cases.

Goodluck!



cc:Justwise bigfrancis21

True shit o they are all psychologist they can tell whether you are lying just by looking at you!


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Op I have dread but I don't look rugged with it, I was wondering if I dress neat will my hair still matter?
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by RichDad1(m): 10:00am On Jul 04, 2015
Having strong ties to your Home country is also important.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Raemhure001(m): 10:01am On Jul 04, 2015
Cool
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by laclass(m): 10:04am On Jul 04, 2015
Nice info
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by RichDad1(m): 10:05am On Jul 04, 2015
The consular wants to be convinced you'll be returning to your home country at the expiration of your visa or earlier.
Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by tigonana: 10:06am On Jul 04, 2015
Wettin I wan go do for dat country,I dey fear say God go soon visit dem as he do for sodom nd gomara wit d gay law wey dem legalize.Watching in 3d.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by columbus007(m): 10:10am On Jul 04, 2015
Telling me to go U.S its like asking me to go Hell.

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Re: • • •Tips On Getting A US VISA by Nobody: 10:11am On Jul 04, 2015
winkIt jut grace and favour u shud seek.. And even if u dont have all dat is listed above.. Ure covered. cool

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