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yusufhaji:
Please which one is better to write between the CBT and PBT of the IELTS exams?

Paper based. Advantage - 10 minutes transfer time for listening.

UdumaXYZ:
Hello Good people,

Please, don't skip if you have some perspectives to share.

My wife and I are in a fix sort of. I have a full funded PhD scholarship to the tune of 124k dollars from the University of Chicago. My wife is joining me as F2. After Cost of Attendance including that for my dependent, I still have a surplus of 20k dollars from my Fellowship.

Our concern us how best to face the interview thing. Is it better she tells VO that she'll be with me in the course of my program? (7 years) or is it better to say she'll visit and come and come back to Nigeria. My wife thinks it's better she tells the VO the truth that she can't stay away from her husband for 7 years. She needs us together and we have more than enough funding to provide for us.
We are going together for the interview and we want to do our best to get the visas.
Please!
If there are any F2 Groups, We'll like to be added:
07034486079

Let the visa officer know you’re going with your wife. You’re overthinking it, just be open minded and of course be prepared. 7 years is too long to be apart and of course they’re human they understand. My friends masters was 10 months and the vo gave his wife and their daughter f2.
The more your gather opinions the more confused you get.

emmaodet:
You don't get it bro.
How will I book hotel and flight just 48hours to my interview when I need the flight and hotel booking details to fill the DS-160 form far before then.
Where then will I get genuine information to fill the DS-160?

I understand that the process of filling out the DS 160 form can be confusing and overwhelming. It's important to note that you don't need to provide flight booking details. Simply mention a tentative date of arrival. Additionally, you can book a hotel reservation that doesn't require payment and fill in the details accordingly. I hope this information helps make the process a little easier for you.

emmaodet:
So are you saying the embassy will not confirm my hotel and flight bookings?

There are many hotels that offer free cancellation policies. Do not prepay for anything as visa approval is discretionary.

[quote author=Ghideourn post=129671106][/quote]No one is checking that reservation so don’t bother

OyoTunjiUSA:
Hey 🤠

1. It's not a costly or grave error . Typo-error is acceptable and understandable in all organizations of the world .

2. Don't rush to call the embassy. Naturally your visa application is being processed and tracked via your (elderly colleague) DS -160 which your colleague filled correctly . His MRV is also in tandem with his passport number .

3. Just email the embassy via the Feedback Option on his CGI portal . He should go ahead and submit , they will accept his application and the mistake won't count on his visa outcome.

Best Wishes 🙏

The best and quickest way to make changes to your profile is by calling the relevant support team. It's done in real-time, and you can get your matter resolved quickly while on the call. Keep in mind that the best option may vary depending on the situation, so it's essential to let people explore their options. Encourage them to call, as it's a hassle-free option, and there's even a free call option available. Let people make the necessary changes by calling.
Embassy issues are time bound let them explore the quickest option.

[quote author=MiraJay12 post=129613801][/quote]Do you have proof of funds from your dad that exceeds this amount to show the visa officer?
Did you take the SAT exams?

Shugarlipz:
Hi all,

Is it best to tell the VO that the reason for the masters is to change career in the same organization- in house lawyers or to work in a top law firm?

Please I need someone to help me with mock interviews. Thank you.

Dear learned colleague, I completely understand that you might be feeling anxious about your upcoming visa interview. Please know that there's no one-size-fits-all answer to these questions and the visa officer may focus on something different altogether. I want to encourage you to approach the interview with an open mind and be true to yourself, rather than trying to memorize what to say. It's important to fill out your form and I-20 yourself, as your questions will likely come from these documents. I truly wish you all the best and I am rooting for your success.

emmaodet:
Congratulations bro.
I have an interview by September for a B1/B2 visa.
Now these are my questions -
- how do I do a hotel reservation that the embassy can confirm without payment.

- how do I reserve a flight ticket without payment that can still be valid and confirmable by September if I do it now.
The one I did last year when I picked a date has expired after 1 month paying $10.
- I want to make some changes in by DS-160 form. Can I rectify the form without making another paymemt or date?

Not necessary no one is checking those reservations (flight & hotel).
For the ds160 fill a fresh one call the contact centre to update the new number on your profile.

flourishing247:
Can you give an update? How did it go?

lol 😂 I was going to tell him to not show up at the interview. I hope he didn’t for his own sake.

babyfaiz:
Thanks Debbie! What do you think about change of intent letter? I’m of the opinion that, it doesn’t matter since you’ll always get a generic response. More so, we used our last visit visa for child birth as well. During the Trump era, the vo couldn’t refuse our visa directly. She only asked for the baby’s birthday and realized my wife wasn’t pregnant during the interview. However, we declared our intention at the port of entry (JFK) about my wife giving birth. Not much questions were asked then except for how much we had on us. We declared $20k cash and there was no problem. It was then, I knew that couples/ families are not allowed more than 10k. I used to think it’s per individual. The terms state, I or We. So, it’s 10k for couples or families. If you have more than that you’ll have to declare and fill a form. We declared and filled a form. It actually helped during renewal interview. Our transcripts with the cbp was there on the screen for the consular. The only reason they refused our visa then was because of itemized bill. We later got it and went for another interview this year and they didn’t bother except checking where we stayed, since we said we didn’t know anyone in the US. Once that was verified, the VO approved. Now, should I use same style as the last or write the change of intent letter this time? Note- she wasn’t pregnant at the time of the interview and no questions about intent of giving birth came up.

There’s no need for the change of intent letter since she wasn’t pregnant at the point of interview so there was no intent to birth as of then. Declare at the border and that sorts it.

MiraJay12:
Please I need help on my upcoming interview, in my previous interview I was denied and before I got denied the VO told me to get a scholarship next time, and right now, my next interview is coming up and I didn’t get a scholarship and I’m going to the school I applied last year. So my question is, if I’m being asked what has changed after my previous denial, what can I say?… I know they don’t ask that often, but in case they ask…
I need your help

How much is on your I-20 and how much have you raised? How do you intend to cover ?

Good afternoon, everyone. Does anyone have a contact for transcript at Babcock University?

babyfaiz:
Please, share you POE experience in ATL. Was your visa gotten for medical or visit? My wife is pregnant now and would be using a hospital in Houston. I’m unsure if she should fly to Houston POE or go through some other state. Our visa was gotten for vacation and no question of child birth came up. Also, she conceived few weeks after our interview. I don’t know if they’re strict about birth tourism now, especially if you didn’t inform them during your interview? Anyone here that has traveled for child birth and didn’t inform the consular during interview? Is Houston a good POE for a situation like this? I’m thinking JFK or LAX, then connecting to Houston. Though, I’ll prefer a straight journey to Houston because of stress and also luggage (domestic airlines charge separately for luggage).

ATL or jfk is okay.
ATL was seamless for me. Iah I don’t trust them don’t risk it.

GTAK:
hello guys, so I got my visa appointment date which is August 26th but it is not favorable for me as school resumes on the 12th of August. my question is that am I to wait until the 60 days interval before I can request for an emergency schedule visa appointment, or can I request now? I am a bit confused with this and I will greatly appreciate any response from y'all. thank you.

Wait 60 days or else your request will be denied. The rule is the rule

mcvities:
Please, can someone help me out with this.

A friend has been trying to help me pay my SEVIS fee from his location in Luton, United Kingdom to no avail. He has gone to several Western Union agents but they seem not to do or understand the Western Union Quick Pay which to me is an supposed to be an easy process as I have created the coupon over and sent to him.

My question, is Western Union Quick Pay available online?

Has anyone paid SEVIS fee from the UK, if yes, kindly guide on how you were able to do it.

Get someone in the USA to help

olumidebanjo:
How many times can an appointment be rescheduled on the cgi portal please?

Two times total. Initial scheduling and one rescheduling

writetopoka:
Please how do you mean fraud

So you don’t know this your changes are fraudulent and you have to stick to this information for life with the five eyes whenever you apply to any of them.
Did your cousin suddenly become your sister overnight and her dad your dad?

writetopoka:
I have a pressing issue on my neck right now.

1.) I paid and registered for B1/B2 Visa in 2022.
2.) I filled my normal details initially
3.) Along the line my cousin sister a citizen now volunteered to offer my an IV and that I should also use her dad who is presently sick in the USA as an excuse to visit.
4.) I agreed, with her directives I reacquired a new NPC birth certificate to show her dad's name, and also did the same on my marriage certificate.
5.) My interview is just on the 22nd (4 days)
6.) Few weeks ago i edited my DS 106 form and changed my dad name to her name dad's name, plus other things changed.
7.) For record purposes I originally used her details as a USA citizen to fill my contact and host person.
8.) Our plan is that I will be coming with her IV on the basis of her forthcoming birthday and another doctor's report recommending I visit so as to pay our dad (her dad) a visit.
9.) Meanwhile, I have done all necessary printing; bank statements, leave approved, employment letter, salary slip, birthday program card etc

10.) Now the problem is this: she is finding fault in most of the things I printed and from my observations, she is not wanting to send me the promised invitation letter and doctor's report as planned.

NOW WHAT DO I DO?

Her dad is not your dad he’s your uncle so why fill his details as your dad?
I hope you realize whatever you’ve started you must finish it because you can’t come up in the nearest future to say he’s no longer your dad or you don’t bear that name again. See, I get you may be desperate but let’s be guided to not further complicate life issues. U.S. citizen iv or whatever doesn’t guarantee you a visa and best believe no officer is checking that Yeye IV. It’s better you retain original and real information on your form and don’t complicate things for yourself.

There are certain boxes you tick to get a visa and visas as assessed by your individual requirements not by someone else’s U.S. citizenship. As a visa officer I’ll deny you because I know you’re going to stay with your sister as you now want to claim her as sibling and her dad as your dad and you’ll most likely not return.

OyoTunjiUSA:
Hey 🤠

1. Henceforth don't disturb yourself about over-wise opinions . You made a typo error which i followed suit. Every reasonable person should even Google for him or her to know that you meant Tufts .

2. The Wole Soyinka and Chinua Achebe of Nairaland even disputed the payment of spot deposit (tuition deposit in UK and Canada) prior to the issuance of Form I 20. Thanks to @Zihno who quickly shut his mouth up.

3. Go ahead with your preparations my dear. If Havard University denied you admission to study Msc Economics but ORU (Oral Roberts University) offered you same admission with the condition to pay spot deposit of even $1000 prior to the issuance of Form I 20 won't you accept to pay if you have the money ?

4. 75% of USA higher institutions will ask you to send financial statement before they issue Form I 20. That is their agreement with the USA government (to verify that foreign students have enough money for their educational expenses upon arrival). Many schools have been suspended or shut down indefinitely for not following this rule.


Best Wishes 🙏

Once they offer contrary opinion to yours it’s a problem.
You love stirring up commotion and you don’t really really have to respond to every question. Usa lawyer apprentice.
Dear Johnzak, reading from you is always a breathe of fresh air please never stop giving your opinions on certain issues. Thank you.

udy4real:
Please how do one get an emergency appointment for visa for a relatives funeral in the US?

www.ustraveldocs.com
Choose Nigeria.
Every information regarding emergency appointment is written there. Get your information directly from the source.

freshStarz:
Please guys, how long does a USA visiting visa last?

5 years for visitors

Mjosh1000:
It takes me back to submitting the already filled form.

You have to wait. They’ll email you once you’re approved.

Kjayy:
Please house, I got these dates for visa appointment but my school resumes on the 12th August 2024. The first available date is 8th August. Please what should I do

Pick whatever date you can see now or join the groups to search for dates, 60 days to the start of your programme as stated on your I-20 you’ll be eligible to apply for emergency appointment

mcvities:
I do not have a GT Bank account, can someone else with a GT Bank account pay on my behalf via the GT Bank app?

Yes but make sure they fill in correct details

onile1975:
Pls House I need answer to this question,what documents can we use to request for emergency appointment for birthing purpose?

I’ll advise you don’t go to the embassy solely for the purposes of birthing

mcvities:
Please, can the payment be made via GT Bank app because the bank listed internet banking as the only online available to make the payment and for GT Bank account holders.

Kindly clarify how a GT Bank account holder can make this payment for a non GT Bank account holder via GT Bank app.

Yes you can pay on the GTBank app and it’s the most seamless and straightforward way to pay

tosinkols:
Hello guys, I’ve learnt a lot on this thread, thanks to everyone for being so kind. I now have specific questions and will be appreciative if I get clear answers.

I have a B1/B2 visa effective last year and valid for 5 years. The plan at the time of applying was to visit the US in December 2023 on vacation, but I ended up not going. Plans have now changed and I intend to use the visa for birthing purposes early 2025. I will most likely be staying with family at Houston Texas or Lubbock Texas.

Here are my questions:

1. Do I need to visit the US first on vacation before going back for birthing purpose. Does this increase my chances at the POE or is it okay to wait till I’m ready to go in 2025?
2. For those who have had their babies this year or recently in Texas, could you kindly assist with
(a) good hospital options/doctors and their contact details;
(b) breakdown of cost and expectations; and
(c)any other thing I should be aware of.

I know 2025 is still some months away but DH and I need to plan ahead. Thank you.

It is advisable to use your visa for its intended purpose, before considering using it for childbirth. Although a five-year visa may seem like a long time, it will come to an end sooner than you think. To avoid complications during the visa renewal process, it is recommended that you use it for its purpose, even if it's just for a short period, and then return for childbirth. This will help to ensure that you have a smooth and hassle-free experience when renewing your visa.

OyoTunjiUSA:
Hey 🤠

1. Do you want to be refused permanently via negligence ? Choose between filling another DS 160 form for 2 hours and having your visa permanently refused ?

2. Go and fill another DS 160 and input those changes including your new salary as well as your new travel itinerary. After that update your DS 160 via your profile and re-login to print out a new appointment letter after 3 days.

3. On the day of your interview . Take note. You don't tell or answer the questions that a consular officer did not ask you. If you do that it means you have memorized what you wanted to say or you want to trick the consular via talking . You can only stylishly do that in a related way.


Best Wishes 🙏

I hope you realise that his 221g to show up for an interview was issued based on this DS-160 and you want him to go and change it. Why can’t he get there and use his mouth to mention to the Visa officer these changes he stated here instead of complicating issues? If there was no 221g on that ds 160 then it’s good he can change whatever.
Please let’s be guided

PrimeTEA:
Thanks so much and @MrSoftlife

1. I’m not planning on going with them immediately, they’ll need to come at a later date as my wife is working and currently running her MBA here in Nigeria.

2. Your suggestions were the original plan till 2 of my mentors who contributed immensely in this journey raised the issue of going together citing what they went through before their wives could join them.

I would appreciate if we can connect personally via DMs and if there’s a way I can run my story because it will hurt my wife to think she jeopardize my chance if it didnt work hence my post here

You have a fully funded PhD . Attend your interview with your family get your F1 while they get their F2.

Gokoyer1401:
I got the point the OP was trying to make also.
To let you know, some Nigerians in diaspora trying to re-japa to USA or Canada are still getting their visa refused. Infact, I know someone with Swedish Permanent residence that got negative decision on his Canadian study permit. One of the reasons he was denied was that, the VO did not sure if he will leave Canada after his study. Also my cousin got his US visit visa rejected few years ago in Germany. Though my cousin has work permit in Germany at the time..

Lets just hope for a better Nigeria.

True, you’re right