tosinkay:
Thank you so much for your efforts to answer question.

I will like to ask that if in the process of waiting for your F4 visa approval you got married, is it advisable to notify VAC of the change in your status? Because someone made me to understand that when you get married and you notified VAC, it will change your priority date to the date you notify them of your change in status. PLEASE ADVICE (Should i just remain single in my profile with them until i get my visa)?

Whoever "someone" is needs to stop giving visa advice because this person is wrong. An F4 visa is a sibling visa, filed by your brother or sister in the United States. Getting married or divorced on an F4 visa does NOT change your priority date. You should notify VAC (I think you mean NVC) if we don't have your file yet. The earlier you do this the better it will be for you. You'd be surprised how many people miraculously find love just before the visa interview. This sometimes doesn't end well for anyone.

To complete the circle, the F1 and F3 visa classes are affected by marriage, but not the F4.

Regards,
VO

Compliments of the season VO, I have my previous surname on my present international passport and an immigrant visa is about to be filed on my behalf. Would you advise I get a new passport bearing the new surname, or I can retain the present passport with my previous surname and still be issued a visa with the new surname? I have a feeling, going through the change of name on my passport will pose delay and a longer waiting period during filing because I already have a history with the United States embassy with the old surname. Please your advise is much needed? Thanks

NB: I have done the name change formality legally and obtained necessary documents. Also, I would prefer to be issued the immigrant visa with the new surname.

VisaOfficer, I will be filling I-485 (adjustment of status) in the US soon. However on my birth certificate, only my middle and last name appears. My first name is missing. My parents were undecided about a first name at the time of registration of my birth. From childhood, I have been accustomed to being called my first name and I have used it in all of my documents (Education, Travel Passports etc).

I have an attestation of birth from NPC with my full names (I was born in the mid 80's, before NPC). However, I plan to submit affidavit of "one and same person" from my parents, and some documents to show earlier use of my first name and the date of birth (so far, my brother has found my First school leaving certificate of 2002, WAEC result of 2004, 2011 voters card, .......)

Do you think this will solve the potential problem.

Thank you for your anticipated response.

Itstyme:
Compliments of the season VO, I have my previous surname on my present international passport and an immigrant visa is about to be filed on my behalf. Would you advise I get a new passport bearing the new surname, or I can retain the present passport with my previous surname and still be issued a visa with the new surname? I have a feeling, going through the change of name on my passport will pose delay and a longer waiting period during filing because I already have a history with the United States embassy with the old surname. Please your advise is much needed? Thanks

NB: I have done the name change formality legally and obtained necessary documents. Also, I would prefer to be issued the immigrant visa with the new surname.

We will only print a visa with the name that is in your passport. If you want a visa in your new name, then you should get a new passport.

The visa is only the next step in a lengthy process. You are going to have to deal with this throughout your application so you might as well take care of it once and for all.

Regards,
VO

nicolasbood:
VisaOfficer, I will be filling I-485 (adjustment of status) in the US soon. However on my birth certificate, only my middle and last name appears. My first name is missing. My parents were undecided about a first name at the time of registration of my birth. From childhood, I have been accustomed to being called my first name and I have used it in all of my documents (Education, Travel Passports etc).

I have an attestation of birth from NPC with my full names (I was born in the mid 80's, before NPC). However, I plan to submit affidavit of "one and same person" from my parents, and some documents to show earlier use of my first name and the date of birth (so far, my brother has found my First school leaving certificate of 2002, WAEC result of 2004, 2011 voters card, .......)

Do you think this will solve the potential problem.

Thank you for your anticipated response.

While this is an immigration question, this is not an immigrant visa question. You should contact USCIS with this question.

Regards,
VO

Hello vo i recently got my us Immigrant visa approved in Nigeria and I've bought the ticket scheduled for departure on the 28th January. I did not know I needed to have nothing less than six month on my passport before my entry into the US. Since my plane is scheduled for 28th of January I will be having less than 6 months (5 months and a week precisely). I want to know if this won't cause any hiccups at the port of entry for me since am staying permanently in the US.

Hover62:
Hello vo i recently got my us Immigrant visa approved in Nigeria and I've bought the ticket scheduled for departure on the 28th January. I did not know I needed to have nothing less than six month on my passport before my entry into the US. Since my plane is scheduled for 28th of January I will be having less than 6 months (5 months and a week precisely). I want to know if this won't cause any hiccups at the port of entry for me since am staying permanently in the US.

It will be up to the immigration officer at the port of entry to determine whether or not to accept your visa and passport. I don't have an answer for you. It is always best to travel with at least 6 months left on the passport. Good luck.

Regards,
VO

thnks

King0712:
HELLO VO , Good Afternoon . I previously applied for a M1 visa and got denied 3times . .DOnt know why . The first time was in Abuja , consular didnt check my documents and gave me the blue letter . Second time was in Lagos , and third too . All got denied .. I was told i do not have strong ties to my home country but i sincerly do . Now i plan to travel with my uncle for a 2weeks holiday with my uncle , his wife and one of his sons this Feburary , Altho his wife had gone in december with the children and uncle has just promised to go with me this time . We did not apply together because they have their Visa before . This is the 4th time apply now but under the b1/b2 category . How can i win this interview because i indicated in form that my place of work hasnt changed in a year and i earn less than 300 monthly . What documents would help me this time around ? Please help me as i am nervous and i dont want to be rejected the 4th time Hoping to be my last time fighting the application

Please Help Me With Answers ..

God bless you

I mean this as a sincere bit of advice: You might want to start by paying closer attention to directions. You have asked this question on an immigrant visa forum when clearly this is a non-immigrant visa question. This could be one of the fundamental reasons as to why you're not able to get a visa to study in the United States.

Please take your question to the appropriate forum.

Regards,
VO

Espente:
My questions :
1. What format should a picture with timeline take? I ask this because I don't why it is taking long to review the pictures.
2. What other steps can we take to prove our relationship?

This delay is weighing us down. My wife cries everyday now and it pains me that I am helpless.

I would suggest you submit the documents as requested in the format you think best explains your relationship. If the consular officer needs more information, he or she will let you know.

Regards,
VO

Espente:


Thanks for your prompt response. I had sent in the documents since 16th December, 2016. The embassy acknowledged the receipt on the 4th January. I see the date is being updated on the CEAC site but it remains AP.
I dated the pictures in front and wrote notes and dates at the back of every picture sent in.
My fear is if whoever is doing the review would look behind the pictures. However, I noted in front of one of the pictures that the reverse of every picture should be seen.

Thanks for your time.

Your case will remain in AP until we need more information or until it is adjudicated. You should wait at least 60 days from the time of document submission before contacting us about your case. It has not yet been 60 days.

Regards,
VO

Hello visaofficer

I have a question about the visa bulletin. Specifically for F1 family sponsored visas I'm not clear on what the difference between 'Dates for Filing' and 'Final action date' is?

salsera:
Hello visaofficer

I have a question about the visa bulletin. Specifically for F1 family sponsored visas I'm not clear on what the difference between 'Dates for Filing' and 'Final action date' is?

The Date for Filing is the earliest date you may submit final paperwork for your application. The Final Action Date is the date your visa becomes available. The Date for Filing is often well before the Final Action Date. This difference provides applicants an opportunity to gather the necessary paperwork for the application and then adjudication.

You may want to consult with an immigration attorney and/or USCIS to help you navigate this process.

Regards,
VO

VisaOfficer:


This sometimes happens if you go "back" or "reload" before completing the form. Try again from the beginning and see if that works. If it doesn't, write us at LagosIV@state.gov.

Regards,
VO

Thanks for your response.
I have completed the form now and I have another question.
Can I submit the form online now or wait till maybe a day before the interview?
Please note that the interview is scheduled for mid February. It is an SB 1 visa interview.

Thanks

flyhigh1881:


Thanks for your response.
I have completed the form now and I have another question.
Can I submit the form online now or wait till maybe a day before the interview?
Please note that the interview is scheduled for mid February. It is an SB 1 visa interview.

Thanks

I recommend submitting now. That said, please note that this forum is not for tech support, but for substantive immigrant visa questions. If you require assistance with the process to apply for a visa, going forward, use the contact information on the website.

Regards,
VO

VisaOfficer:


We will only print a visa with the name that is in your passport. If you want a visa in your new name, then you should get a new passport.

The visa is only the next step in a lengthy process. You are going to have to deal with this throughout your application so you might as well take care of it once and for all.

Regards,
VO

Thank you so much for your response. Does this mean if I choose not to replace my passport with the new surname, I can still be issued a visa with my old surname as long as the passport used carries the old surname? My son(citizen) and wife(citizen) carries the new surname already. Does it matter?

Itstyme:


Thank you so much for your response. Does this mean if I choose not to replace my passport with the new surname, I can still be issued a visa with my old surname as long as the passport used carries the old surname? My son(citizen) and wife(citizen) carries the new surname already. Does it matter?

As long as there are at least six months remaining on your passport at the time the visa prints, it does not matter to us (the Consulate). However, it may matter to the officers at the point of entry if you arrive with less than six months remaining.

Other than that, I cannot advise you as to which path to take outside of what I have already stated.

Regards,
VO

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