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Beautyaddy:
Lol!...Ireland, Germany.

What is the person going to do in Ireland? I school there no work. Even dirty jobs nor dey. Ireland na for those women wen run from Italy, Spain and others during Irish born. Nothing there at all... abeg find production country at list as bad as he bad you fit start with factory work.

seyewest:
They gave a friend who told them is wife is 5 months pregnant but it's for Conference.

Yes that's because his reason for travelling was important and not looking selfish.

(1) Conference date can't be change by organizers cos your wife is pregnant. Tourism can be reschedule at a better time to include your wife and baby.
(2) Conference is worth the expenses as long as you can prove it importance to your professional development. Tourism at a time you are expecting a baby thge VO may likely deny you helping you save money for what's ahead.
(3) Female VO will be careful not to give you the chance of breaking your marriage leaving a young wife to suffer. At list we all know how travelling have put so many happy marriages into difficulties. Make I go come back go turn 10 years no see... lol

seyewest:
Oh Okay....

Yes I agree with you on this because VO was not convinced because someone expecting a baby will not spend so much money on a 10 days holiday by him self.

That applicant have a fairly good travel history but his reason for travelling is weak based on his cuurent situation.

Vo's are human so they think fast and make a decision based on your answers. If it's a female VO she will just say look at this selfish man want to go enjoy by himself while his wife is pregnant instead of planning for their baby.

This is why it's important to answer the questions straight instead of giving futher information which may raise a red flag.

Overall, the applicant did well in his interview.

AfonjaBoston:
I hear and read this all the time and wonder what it means to Nigerians who use the term. Can you share please?

I will answer this your question even though from your write up I know you need a view.

America dream is a term used as a wish to migrate to the US for better opportunity of working towards your life goes.

It's believed that what ever you set to achieve in life your chances are higher in the US considered the most open country in the world for migrants.

It's very important to note that dreams come with challenges so do not expect a easy part. How difficult? That depends on your dream as many believe that it's more difficult or no more the US years back.

It's wrong using the term here on b1/b2 visa forum except your intentions are to migrate to the US which is wrong. I mean wrong as an intent so am not judging because your situation may change while on b1/b2 it's not forbidden (Please take note).

I personally still believe America is still the greatest country in the world regardless of how difficult it's recently. My experience in Asia, Europe and America.

If you are good in what ever you do the US is more likely to give you the opportunity and it's fairly a free country.

Thank you

LadyGuinivere:
Thank you Benolola for that story.
People will give half stories and cause mild panic. Now this makes sense.

As for the people talking about revoked visas, read this slowly

" IT IS THEIR COUNTRY AND THEY ARE FREE TO DO AS THEY LIKE. BLAME YOUR GOVERNMENT THAT HAS ALLOWED YOUR COUNTRY TO GO TO THE DOGS. IF YOU ARE PAINED, ELECT A CORRUPT FREE GOVERNMENT AND BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT"

You are welcome Hon. LadyG

Let me add this for the public to note because most of us Nigerians are so quick to forget good that's why bad politicians keep winning elections.

I respect the US for making their US visa process simple and straight forward compare to other countries. This process has granted so many Nigerians the opportunity of visiting the most admire country in the world and reduced the abroad shakara of Nigerians within Europe & Asia. They even provided a reward system for returning back by granting 5 years drop box renewal process.

Instead of Nigerians to appreciate the US some individuals here in this forum have condermed the US embassy. I laugh at times when I read some ignorant posts.

Nigeria is going through a lot at the moment and funny enough it's difficult for you to contribute to the development because the very obbressed don't like to hear the truth. There are a number of Nigerians who took the risk left their comfort zone abroad to contribute to the development but what did they get? Frustration from the very obbressed they have in mind to help. I am a testimony to this fact so the best option is to keep praying for our nation.

Until Nigeria elect an average Nigeria who had the privilege of experiencing good life abroad then return back with passion for that country we will only be playing. I don't mean politician or big man child but a no body whose mentality have been built up over the years no more thinking like the average Nigeria mind set about life.

I will like to advice those with genuine intention of visiting the US not to be discourage by some sad news on visa cancellation or entry refusal.

Yes, there is a recent special check on Nigeria nationals at poe but most people don't tell you the true story where they abuse their visa.

We all know that at visa interview the VO ask some questions and then start typing as we are answering. That's a note which will remain on your page once your visa is entered at poe.

In the past people get their visa use it when they like and how they like but now they look closely to your statements at poe. For instance, I was able to find out the truth how a family was denied entry at poe because I am here in the US. They had 2 years family visa years back but instead the husband decided to visit first before this recent strick check then he stayed 5 months went back to Nigeria and came back again now in his 4th month here. Then his wife and kids where on their way to join him last week but at poe the officer was able to see it was a family tourist visa and the man have been here twice on his own for months. In this case the family was taken into custody for more questioning that revealed the man was working illegally here and doing 5 months in 5 months out. So they deported them back and homeland security call the man cell phone letting him know they have information he is working illegally so should leave the country.

Now, I am sharing this for us Nigerians to know that whatever decision we take regardless of pursing better opportunity there is a process. The word process here means you must be ready to face some hardship or. Challenges don't try to be too smart. The difference between Nigeria and the US is that they keep records which is data so it will remain there for as long as they want. They use this data to make decisions in their regulations so that even if early few beat their system surely others cant.

Patience is the key it doesn't mean you are stupid so when you come here avoid working illegally at all cost. Those who over stay can be forgiven and still adjust their status but those who work and are caught can't under US immigration law.

Those running to Canada are mostly greedy because they don't want to go through the process here as they expect free housing and feeding while seeking Asylum. Do not be deceived by those in Canada they are in a camp trust me it's a place you wouldn't want to be at list for you to get a US visa l believe that you have attained some fair level in the Nigeria society except otherwise.

Try to reduce your expectations when visiting the US it will help you. Yes it's a beautiful country but not easy to survive as a new comer untill after awhile.

Good luck

yusufuwah:
I Attended my interview at Abuja, let me summarized what transpired...
Vo..... Where are you going to in the United States
Me.... New Jersey
Vo.... What are you going for
Me... My Neicee is getting married.
Vo... Who will you stay with
Me... My brother
Vo..... How long has he lived in the United States
Me.... Over 15 years
Vo..... Where does he work
Me.... United States Postal Service
Vo.... Are you married
Me..... Yes
Vo..... Do you have kids
Me... A baby boy, we are expecting another
Vo... Where do you work
Me... A senior Lecturer at Federal Polytechnic......
Vo...what is your qualification
Me... Bsc, Msc, and and i Just defended my
Phd, am due for convocation in October.
Vo.... How much do you earn
Me... 312,498
Vo... How come you are working and earning degree at the same time
Me...its standard practice in the academia to work and up grade yourself and earn your promotion at the same time. Further more, i have been a lecturer for almost 10 years.
Vo... You were Denied visa before, when
Me... Yes, April 13, 2005
Vo... Have you applied since then
Me... No
Vo.....why
Me.. The need and opportunity never came till now
After typing for about 3 Minutes, I was shocked to be Denied by a black American American who is about 20 years old, note ;no document was asked for, eg, Certificates, employment/promotion letters, bank statement, etc
By the way am 37 years.
It hurts, it really hurts.
Those guys are acting a script directed by the white House.
Good luck to future applicants.
Before i Forget, the Lady kept saying keep your documents, look at me.

In my personal opinion your reason for travelling to the US at this time does not meet the recent standards targets reducing issuing US visa to Nigerians.

I mean the VO believe you are good but if you don't attend your niece wedding other elderly relatives can.
At this time the US embassy in Abuja and Lagos are more interested in highly important travels. She didn't waste time asking for your travel history.

This is my own opinion.

Beautyaddy:
Correct!

Even marrying on a B1/B2 visa is not a misuse of the visa as long as the marriage happened three months after ones arrival into the US and one can convince the immigration officers that the marriage is genuine and not a fraud just for immigration benefits.

You are correct but let me also add that even if it happens before three months what's most important is evidence the marriage was entered in good faith.

I understand people wait three months due to 30-60-90 days rule in the manual which actually raises questions on preconceived intent. However, I advice people to go ahead and do what they want as long as it's genuine. The rule is not a guide on marriage.. In fact immigration know this information is on the internet so waiting 3 months is now a pattern.

seyewest:
You won't see in Lagos and Abuja is almost impossible.

Yes Seye, but what can he do other than requesting emergency interview under which the category of application doesn't fall into.

I am interested in seeing how best we can help him.

Please advice

Ok

abnot:
Sir I’ve dinned and partied at what many will call the heart of NYC. During the good days of 130 naira to the dollar I lodged around 5th Avenue and done most of what tourists do and I repeat I prefer my spring break trips to Barcelona . I lived in USA for close to 5 years and have only visited once since returning to Nigeria. I prefer going to Asian and European cities

I can see where the little conflict is because you lived 5 years in the US while you only visited Asia and Europe.

If you visit some cities in Europe or Asia you will appreciate Mile2.

Just as you single out one city from Europe then compare a week family trip to Disney World, Las vegas, Los Angeles....

Having a US visa for tourism provides an opportunity for a Tourist to see more world class sites compare to having visas to visit entire Europe and Asia together. If the true purpose is for tourism.

However, I agree with your initial post saying it shouldn't be do or die as other countries have some wonderful sites. I personally enjoy Asia as I have visited Macau, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan...

My reason for accepting US as a top destination is it almost free of racism and openness to opportunities. What is the joy of taking your family to a Tourist destination where people don't want to seat close to you on a tourist ride or looking at you as second class cos of the colour of your skin.

Best Wishes

Ok

ShowYourCertificate:
Thanks so much.

Got to the States yesterday. No issues at all at the POE. Was asked the same questions I was asked the last time. They didn't even search my luggage despite declaring I had food items. The CBP officer only asked to know the name of the food item which I obliged.

No questions concerning my fiancee visa application. It was a very smooth entry

My appreciation to benolala, babaramota1980, omobendel24 and seyewest for their assistance. I'm much grateful.

Thank God for journey mercies.
You are welcome

Yes at list you can see the reason for your self. The fact that you know them to be comfortable do not qualify them as US visa application do not require property or bank statements.

The information on your passport will tell the VO if you have enough to spend such money on a 5days conference in the US.

Professionals usually have been to other countries for business meetings not starting from the US.

Your passport is the most reliable document which the VO can trust because they can detect fake visas or stamps.

Ssalk:
I must say that getting America Visa is extremely difficult now especially for those with virgin passport. Even those that have good travel history still find it hard to get Visa. Just in the space of two months three of my friend who are very very comfortable in Nigeria were all refuse Visa. Just today my cousin was deny Visa as well, below is his transcript.

Vo. Passport pls
My cousin : here it is and good morning the vo didn't reply
Vo: were are u going in us
My cousin : Atlanta Georgia
Vo: to do what?
My cousin : for solid mineral conference
Vo: where do u work?
My cousin : ministry of Solid mineral as so so so.
Vo: Are u married
My cousin: Yes
Vo: Do u have children
My cousin : No
Vo: have u traveled before?
My cousin : no
Vo: Sorry it can't be granted now ......blablabla.

So what happened?

The very blue form stating reasons why over 90% visas are denied says it all. The strength of been able to convince the VO in his or her judgement that you are likely to return back to Nigeria is the highest determinant of granting the Visa.

It's one thing to have a convincing strong ties but another thing to present it in a convincing way. If you follow the US visa process closely you will realise that good travel history is a big factor though not a guarantee.

There is nothing as easy as finding a good reason to travel but technically difficult to demonstrate ties.

The information on your passport gives VO a picture of who you are and the manner you answer the questions convince the VO about how sincere you are. That is why its a face to face interview.

NothingDoMe:
I kinda disagree. A lot of people seemed qualified with strong ties. But their reason for traveling wasn't believable enough for the VO. This last respect reason is really weak because he's got no documents to show relationship. And he's going with the whole family too.

I've seen people on this forum get their Visa once they explained that they weren't going for birthing. The VO was ready to issue them a Visa for vacation but not for birthing. Purpose. If his purpose of visiting is flawed then his ties will not matter.

That said I disagree with ties first then purpose second. It should be purpose first. It's always purpose first.

I believe all you need is a visiting visa which VO's do not grant only on documents presented. So, your concern should be can you demonstrate that you qualify as a temporary visitor to the US. It will do you good not to base the strength of your application on the nessasity of your trip. His death certificate is good document for sighting if the VO may need to it at all.

Best of luck

Gentlesleek:
Good day house, please I need your candid advice. My dad died in the US last year but I was not able to travel to pay my last respect due to the nature of my work. Now I have been granted leave from my work place and I want to visit US with my son and wife to see where my dad was buried.
I was told that I will have to prove to the VO that he is my father, however, all I have is his death certificate and the conversation I had with the medical examiner at the hospital where he passed on. Let me also mention we do not have any pictures together and I lost my birth certificate a long time ago.
What are my chances of getting a visa to the US?

Lol... Yes, I think anytime he decide to marry her he still need to wait 90days as long as the entry is with b1/b2 visa otherwise he will have to wait on his fiancee visa approval.

Smile

OmoBendel24:
Sure, splendid take you put up here now.... @The bolded above is very important, Lolz! Anyways, "sensible" as used by me above is contextual and hinged on his moves vis-à-vis the rules guiding decision making in cases of this nature, dude has neatly beaten key rules already to expunge self from the domain of the desperate to immigrate crew.

The rules can still trust him. He's not doing the "forbidden" on his first trip, the tricky 90 days rule is effectively beaten too, his case is very much on course in my opinion, I may be very wrong all the same.

Yes I can't agree less with you but sadly visa decisions are made by rules not sense. That's why most transcripts that we read here at times put us in disagreements about why some stories looking weak get approved while good stories get denied.

To get a closer judgement to USCIS you must follow it rules not your sense as VO use guidelines. If you qualify for an immigration status regardless of the ifficer thinking you will still be approved or the case can be taken up by law. If VO decide to use sense no one will get a visa as we are all presumed to be intending immigrants.

Don't attempt to create the picture of a good guy putting yourself in a disadvantage for every immigration benefits we recieve is bending their hands to get it.

Lol

OmoBendel24:
In order.... I don't think OP has more disadvantages than advantages on this turf, he can continually go in and out of the US with his B1/B2 visa despite the pending fiancee visa application. The last paragraph of his post seem to be pointing towards something planned out, but it's perfect and sensible, not breaking any rule nor misusing his visa so to speak, I just like him and his approach. Totally impressed, I wish him the very best!

Lol

OmoBendel24:
In order.... I don't think OP has more disadvantages than advantages on this turf, he can continually go in and out of the US with his B1/B2 visa despite the pending fiancee visa application. The last paragraph of his post seem to be pointing towards something planned out, but it's perfect and sensible, not breaking any rule nor misusing his visa so to speak, I just like him and his approach. Totally impressed, I wish him the very best!

Yes, USCIS are good at detecting fraud marriage.

If your situation is true they don't wish to break families.

Never engage in fraud marriage because it's the very US citizen that will give up the person in the end. If it's real love there is nothing to be worried about like I said things happen no one knows tomorrow. Most time the problem is that when asking for US visa those not married will say they are married to position themselves with stronger ties. Misrepresentation

It's not against the law to travel with your B1/B2 visa as the fiancee visa application does not guarantee an immigration status yet.

ShowYourCertificate:
Thanks. I know it doesn't guarantee entry, just wanted to know if it's against the law or something to travel with a B1/B2 Visa while waiting for my KI Visa application status.


First off, I wasn't ready to stay back in the States cos I still have lots of stuff to do back here in Nigeria. I wasn't prepared to fall in love when I was embarking on that trip, it just happened so fast and I wasn't prepared. So I just had to return back to Nigeria to tidy up everything.

I have also heard of cases where people travel to the States on a Visit Visa and got married and tried adjusting their status but got deported in the end. I believe this is because the person couldn't convince the USCIS guys that he had no intent to marry with his Visit Visa and that it just happened. So even though I wasn't ready to stay back at the time, I also was concerned that I might have had issues convincing the UCSIS guys if I decided to just stay back and forget about Naija, forget about my work, my family, my friends, etc without saying goodbyes.

Thanks bro

Alright!
I believe you are good to go as long as you already know visa does not guarantee entry regardless of how often you have visited the US.
Uscis is concern about intent knowing fully well people situation can change. That's why there is a provision for Adjustment of status from B1 to Green Card otherwise they wouldn't accept such applications.
Some people can't risk losing the love they found while on a tourist visa so they stay to get it while some go back home to fight it. It's individual decision but take note of the merit and demerit time factors.
Best wishes bro

ShowYourCertificate:
I got the visit visa a long time ago. Even renewed it recently. I didn't know I will meet my fiancee all this while. Now that I have, I want to spend the rest of my life with her in the States. I can't rely on my Visit Visa to do that. I can't be seeing her via Visit Visa for the rest of my life. She has to file for me to come over at some point.


Yes I do wish to see her via my Visit Visa but I don't intend joining her using my Visit Visa. If that was my plan, I wouldn't have commenced the Fiancee Visa application process in the first place.

I don't intend seeking to adjust my status while in the States. I could have just married her after she accepted my proposal. I could have but I felt its an abuse of the Visa system as I was granted the Visa to visit and not to get married. That's why I had to leave the States and commence the application process for a Fiancee Visa. But what I want to know is if its allowed for someone who's with a valid visit visa to visit the States while waiting for the Fiancee Visa application. If its not allowed then I will cancel my flight. But if it is, even if I'll be screened by the CBP guys at the POE, then I'm okay by it as I believe I can prove to them that I don't have any intent to migrate on a Visit Visa.

Since you have a valid visiting visa why did your fiancee file a petition for an immigration visa for You? The answer is simple that you intend to join her in the US permanently (Intending immigrant). I guess you can now see the waiting time for such visa is long so you wish to join her using your visiting visa. I don't know what the officer can see on his screen but as long as you already have a case with uscis under review your intentions are already know. You should have consulted first before making a decision to adjusting your status while you are out of the state. I hope you are able to make it back safely.

ShowYourCertificate:
Weldone guys. This is a great thread.

Please I have a question. I have a valid Visit Visa and have been travelling with it. In my last trip I met a lady whom I fell in love with and proposed (She said Yes ). And we have began the Fiancee Visa application process with UCSIS.

Now I want to see her in the States as we miss each other so much. Her work won't allow her come visiting me here in Naija thus I want to visit the States with my Visit Visa one more time before finally waiting till I get my Fiancee Visa. Will I be denied at the POE (the immigration guys now have my name on their database as one applying for Fiancee Visa) or will I just be questioned to ascertain if I actually have the intention of returning back to Nigeria.

Please I need you guys help. I have already booked my flight. I need to know my fate so I can decide on whether to go on with the trip or not. Thanks.

Hi guys, I had my interview today in Abuja 7:30am... VO was very professional... My dress code was black suite with pink shirt no tie...

I was called to counter 8 then with a smile the VO first greeted.

VO: Good morning
Me: Morning, how you doing?
VO: I am fine, thanks (smile)
Please can you put your left four fingers, then right four fingers then both fingers (with little difficulty I did)
VO: why are you going to Florida?
Me; for holidays to attend the Bleep conference and visit some tourist sites.
VO; how did you hear about this conference?
Me: I am a professional member of Bleep orginasing the conference so I have been following updates. I was to attend last year but due to work couldn't make it so now I have 20 days holiday approved by my company.
Vo: Who is paying for the conference?
Me: I am responsible for the trip.
VO; what do you do?
Me: I am a Business Analyst with Bleep company
VO: what is your montly salary
Me: 270,000
VO; Is it a big company? Like how many staffs
Me: yes it's a big company with 27 staffs (I was surprised because our company is a multinational hospitality franchise)
VO; do you own the company?
Me; No it's own by my elder brother and like a family business
VO: Did you say you are paying for the trip?
Me: Yes I am
Vo: Do you have any relative in Florida?
Me: No I don't nit even in the US
VO: I see you have been to Ireland?
Me: Yes, for studies.
Vo: what did you study?
Me: Electronics and Computer Systems Engineering from DIT and Masters in Business Management from AIB
VO: Apart from Ireland which other countries have you visited?
Me: Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Macua
Vo: Are you married?
Me: No, but I have a daughter
Vo: Your x wife where is she?
Me: She is here in Nigeria with my daughter
VO: Ok here is a guide on how to get your passport. Do have a nice day.
ME: You too... thanks (smile)

So guys that was it... I hope someone can also learn one or two things from my experience. Thanks

grlzone:
Do u work there?

Please can you share your interview experience with Zinox. Thanks