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justwise:
Welcome to part 18

You are the best!
5 years ago,the guidance and information you gave me really helped me in acquiring my US visa. Did everything on my own. Didn't know you were still doing this. Just stumbled on your page today. I have been off Nairaland for a long time.
God bless you for all the work you do.

Also , to other people helping out too. God bless you all!

Thanks again!


I really have to thank all the contributors for making out time to answer questions here, your contributions are appreciated.

Part 17 is here for reference purposes:https://www.nairaland.com/7194807/general-usa-student-visa-enquiries-part

Part 11/12 Visa Transcripts. https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vv0a0sfgaysztiq/AADbiS4UG7q57b0qcFPjaPkna?dl=0

F1 visa application link https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/study-exchange/student/

I'm open to more suggestions regarding any useful link to add to this page

Good luck!

Adetoku3:
Ok, thanks alot!


You can’t use a Microfinance Bank for your proof of funds. You need a commercial/recognized bank. The mfb bank can just be additional savings account that can be used alongside your personal bank account. Transfer the money from your mfb to your personal bank and show the source of the funds.

Adetoku3:
Thanks for your response.
Like how much is advisable to put in the account?
Also, if she transfer a lumpsum days before my application, won't it raise suspicion?




Currently it takes 4-5weeks to get a decision from the consulate. The Italian government stipulates that the only recognized sponsors are either yourself or your parents. In this case, if your aunt is sponsoring you, let her send the money into your account and you in-turn show a valid proof of relationship between yourself and your aunt. The source of the money is what they look out for.

Terminator123:
Hello from Washington, DC. CBP was a breeze but i was sent for agricultural screening. Bag was checked and everything was smooth there as well, thank God.!

borryworld:
No official No standard. You are only required to prove that you have sufficient plan for yourself and others.

borryworld:
So much that can cover for expenses through the duration. No standard amount. The ideal thing is to research living expenses as it relates the state you intend to visit and draw your budget. Also include miscellaneous/emergency (we call it in case of incasecity)

seyewest:
Depending on how long you intend to stay.

darznets:
Hello, it's my first time of applying for Canada Visa but am a regular traveller across the world.

ladylco:
You can apply from USA, however if your trip to USA is not an early one then you can apply from Nigeria, just plan like 3 month for the visa to be out which of course is not guarantee

darznets:
I just want to say thanks to everyone here..I picked up my passport with 2 years multiple TRV (Canada) today at the VFS office...

abujaniv:
Hello Believe13. It's up to Customs and Border patrol to determine whether to allow a visitor into the country and for how long. A difference of two to three weeks is not likely to raise any issues. If CBP asks for it, provide an explanation to them.

LadyGuinivere:
Read the previous page.... The transcript of the successful guy...
You may draw your inference from there...

Jawa:
hiBelieve13, this is totally up to you. you can apply from the US. some pages back laid out details on how to do this in new york. personally, i like having my visas handy before traveling because most times my plans are cast in stone and missing a single flight or wasting too much time at a POE can be costly but thats just me. if you plan well, your trip should be able to accomodate the application. also check if you can apply online ahead of time so you'd just go for biometrics on arrival.
however, since your niece is canadian, it seems like it'd be more convenient for her to visit you. in your letter of explanation, mention she is a citizen(attach passport if possible) and point out explicitly why she is not the one making the trip and why it has to be you, have enough money and i think you're good. to me, your plan looks good but bear in mind that no matter how many people you know that have done this successfully, securing a visit visa while on a visitor status in another country is always a difficult task so have your documents handy to make a VO nudge in your favor. best of luck

Jawa:
hi Justolusola, a ban is typically handed out for misrepresentation.in simple words, a lie.it will worry the US VO that this applicant is seen as untrustworthy but being upfront with information always does a trick here. in my opinion, it will affect the application all things being equal but the applicant can always explain to the US VO even before he raises the concern and to make sure to answer the DS160 truthfully. every application is different but this is quite a burden but good thing is that there is a chance to explain. best of luck

Jawa:
hi Believe13, your question is not very clear. if you are asking whether you can visit canada with a US visa, the answer is no. you need a canadian TRV to travel to canada no matter where you're traveling to canada from. the electronic visa you refer to is called the ETA which passport holders of visa-exempt countries must obtain to travel to or through canada. this is because you cannot do a 'direct airside transit' via canada or the US, you must clear immigration, collect your bags and recheck them in if you're in transit.
if you're asking if you can obtain a canadian visa while in the US, the answer is yes but this is a daunting task. the decision is guaranteed to be made sooner than in nigeria but this may not be in your favor as you have no ties in the US. attachment to an applicant's home country or place of legal residence is what a VO is trained to look out for. best of luck. maybe your niece can arrange and visit you if this is possible as it would be easier for her to secure a b1b2. best of luck

LadyGuinivere:
I agree. The ds 160, and back ground checks go a long way. If u want speak like erudite proffessor with no ties....