Enculer2:


Thanks for the information. If someone has dual nationality - Nigerian and another country not on the barred list, can they apply with the other nationality or are they ruled out?

Cheers

Taal17:

No.
DV lottery is based on country of birth not your number of nationalities. Like I said birth documents are important.

I think the only exceptions are if your spouse is from a country that's still eligible or your parents were from a country that's still eligible and they just happened to birth you in a country that is excluded whilst they were there say studying or working.

Enculer2:


Thanks for the information. If someone has dual nationality - Nigerian and another country not on the barred list, can they apply with the other nationality or are they ruled out?

Cheers

julli789:
Hello everyone, I'm in the UK on a student visa and I'm looking to travel to the US next year on a visit visa. Does anyone have an idea of what supporting documents I need for the application? And do I need an invitation from a green card holder?

Taal17:


Nice
What part of Texas? It's the need to always drive everywhere that I don't really like.

Do you mind sharing about your city.
I'm in NYC

molybdenum0012:
Hey guys, how do you get professional jobs here with just Naija experience.., It's tough getting one in my field. I would get plenty of phone interviews but no callbacks. It's frustrating. However I work with one NGO remotely now for just 20 hours per week, which is nothing.

IvanCardozo:

Messaged you. Thank you

Send a PM. I'm also in the UK but got a b1/B2 along side some friends.. Travelled to the us a couple of times already.

Okunrimeta:
Try using job agencies like Robert Half. Have your resume modified towards US template and try linkedin/otta.com/glassdoor etc

molybdenum0012:


Yes, I have been using LinkedIn and glassdoor. Not sure it's resume 'cos I get called for the first phase of the interview, the phone interviews . And it's not like I do not have relevant experience. I am suspecting maybe I do not have American experience yet or something. Someone said I should work on my elevation pitch when next I get called

It's really discouraging though, but giving up sha.

molybdenum0012:


Yes, I have been using LinkedIn and glassdoor. Not sure it's resume 'cos I get called for the first phase of the interview, the phone interviews . And it's not like I do not have relevant experience. I am suspecting maybe I do not have American experience yet or something. Someone said I should work on my elevation pitch when next I get called

It's really discouraging though, but giving up sha.

Okunrimeta:
Got your point !!! getting that first corporate job can be the hardest but never give up, keep applying. Also, you may wanna focus on going through recruitment agencies, they have their ways of taking you through the door. All the best !!!

Emphasis101:


1. If you are called for an interview, it means that your experience has opened that door for you.
2. If you impress at the interview, you will progress to the next stage.
3. How good are your answers to interview questions? Have you prepared for all competency based interviews?
4. Try this video and see if the questions and answers are helpful. It is for specific Engineering but you should get the idea and adapt it to your field.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85i5TLyol18
5. Write down answers to all your competency based questions and see how well they stack up. A quick look at your answers can help us determine if you need some extra work.
6. You cannot give up when you have a plan and are determined. You got this. All the best!

molybdenum0012:



Thanks for this. Wish I saw this earlier before my interview today. Another one coming up next week thought. I will make use of all ypur suggestions. Thanks again

Okunrimeta:
Sure ! I live within the DFW metroplex. Here has alot of African/Nigerians concentration with loads of naija food. Great weather for the most part of the year too. Its all good! I would advise new migrants coming in from naija or UK to see Texas as an option.

adedammy009:

How is the living cost and job opportunities there.
Regarding accomodation, what the the price range to rent 2 bed 2 bath or 3 bed 2 bath apartment. Thanks

adedammy009:

How is the living cost and job opportunities there.
Regarding accomodation, what the the price range to rent 2 bed 2 bath or 3 bed 2 bath apartment. Thanks

Okunrimeta:
Try using job agencies like Robert Half. Have your resume modified towards US template and try linkedin/otta.com/glassdoor etc

Okunrimeta:
Like someone said, use zillow.com realtor.com to check prices. It will surely range anywhere from $900 to $1700 monthly depending on zip codes and environment.

Okunrimeta:
Like someone said, use zillow.com realtor.com to check prices. It will surely range anywhere from $900 to $1700 monthly depending on zip codes and environment.

Taal17:


How's the weather like? Is it as humid as Houston
Any tornados?
Public transport? Or is it best to get a car

Okunrimeta:
Happy New Year to everyone ! I recently re-joined Nairaland after a long hiatus and I hope to be a good resource here. I currently live in Texas, feel free to ask any question(s).

Callmeibironke:
Happy New Year 🎊.

Please 🙏 I am seeking a Cosigner for Sallie Mae Student Loan for my tuition of $8k. If anyone can assist. Please 🙏.

I have tried to reach out to people that I know but most are not credit worthy.

Elinosweet143:
Hey guys and compliment of the season, please how do people get jobs in the US from Naija, I know a software engineer with over 7 years experience struggling to get a hold on it. Please 🙏 I would appreciate it if anyone knows how to go about it. Thanks

Callmeibironke:
Happy New Year 🎊.

Please 🙏 I am seeking a Cosigner for Sallie Mae Student Loan for my tuition of $8k. If anyone can assist. Please 🙏.

I have tried to reach out to people that I know but most are not credit worthy.

Rachie83:
Hello everyone, it's nice to come across this thread. I remember around 2916/17 I used to read on thread like this while I was in Nigeria hoping to find myself in the US someday but exactly end of 2017 I got in with my hubby. Anyway to those who still contemplating of coming to US do not give up your dream although US is very hard to get in now but some people are still coming in. US is a land of opportunities with less cost of living compare to Canada and UK although it depends on the State you are. If you are a new immigrant midwest states are the best for you(Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Iowa, part of Illinois,
Missouri etc) interm of settling in on time because the cost of living is cheaper and a lot of job opportunities for new Comer although the cold is much during the winter. I would not advise new comers with no legal status to stay in Atlanta, Texas, California, Florida etc Atlanta Georgia is out of the pictures because the state pays lower and some bills are higher eg Auto insurance is ×3 of that of Indiana. Texas is not expensive but no immigrants job(if you understand what I mean) California is generally expensive. We landed in Indiana which really helped us to get settled on time but we chose to explore and we moved to Atlanta but that was a mistake and we are planning to relocate back to Indiana.

I am here to give one or two input when it comes to issues here in the US.

Rachie83:
Hello everyone, it's nice to come across this thread. I remember around 2916/17 I used to read on thread like this while I was in Nigeria hoping to find myself in the US someday but exactly end of 2017 I got in with my hubby. Anyway to those who still contemplating of coming to US do not give up your dream although US is very hard to get in now but some people are still coming in. US is a land of opportunities with less cost of living compare to Canada and UK although it depends on the State you are. If you are a new immigrant midwest states are the best for you(Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Iowa, part of Illinois,
Missouri etc) interm of settling in on time because the cost of living is cheaper and a lot of job opportunities for new Comer although the cold is much during the winter. I would not advise new comers with no legal status to stay in Atlanta, Texas, California, Florida etc Atlanta Georgia is out of the pictures because the state pays lower and some bills are higher eg Auto insurance is ×3 of that of Indiana. Texas is not expensive but no immigrants job(if you understand what I mean) California is generally expensive. We landed in Indiana which really helped us to get settled on time but we chose to explore and we moved to Atlanta but that was a mistake and we are planning to relocate back to Indiana.

I am here to give one or two input when it comes to issues here in the US.

horlahsunbo225:

Job market in 🇺🇸 is currently unstable and the people that are here are also struggling to get job especially in tech. I'm a mastes student here and before I got one internship, I applied to like 300 places. The only advice is let him/her keep trying. Also remember American don't really value any experience that is not from USA, so he has to double his/her effort to get into company.