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TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 2 by elmadavida(f): 10:58pm On Oct 25, 2016
OmoBendel24:
Why is your mum sponsoring your sister please? Better work on establishing your sister's ties instead of hoping to get her a visa back of your mum. They will still very much know to separate them if her ties ain't tight! Outside being married and having a fixed deposit what more does she have going for her in your opinion, kindly highlight.
She is sponsoring because she suggested they go together and agreed to paying the bills. This is why I asked if she should also mention to the VO that she has a business which she would take the documents and statement along with her.
For my sister, she works and has kids. She collected a letter from work to prove this.
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 2 by elmadavida(f): 4:16pm On Oct 25, 2016
I applied for a visit visa for my mom to attend my graduation, i wrote that she is retired as her profession.
My sister is also planning to come with her so they will be going for the interview together. My mum is the sponsor for both of them.
Now i'm wondering if she should also mention during the interview that she has a business she is running after retirement as a civil servant. OR just maintain what is written on the DS160 form as a retiree.

please note:
(1) she is the sponsor and she is retired.
(2) she has a decent business she can add to proove home ties.
(3) my sister is married and has a fixed deposit to show additional support.
(4) they will be attending the interview together
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2005 Nissan Altima Base / S / SL
many ownersmany ownersCalculated Owners: 3
Class: Mid Range Car - Standard
Engine: 2.5L I4 MPI
Country of Assembly: United States
Vehicle Age: 10
Calculated Owners: 3
VIN: 1N4AL11D75C124376
Year : 2005
Make : Nissan
Model: Altima Base / S / SL
Style/Body: Sedan 4D
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Reported Accidents: 1

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Your vehicle checks out
Last Reported Odometer: 93,384

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Specific vehicle use(s) or events reported

Open Safety Recalls
Reported Recalls: 1
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Information Reported: AutoCheck shows accidents reported to AutoCheck for this 2005 Nissan Altima Base / S / SL (1N4AL11D75C124376). Below you will find the date and location reported for the accident. Not all accidents or damage events are reported to AutoCheck.

Accidents Reported on This Vehicle
Accident No. Reported Date Location
1 05/26/2015 FL
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0 Problem(s) Reported: 15 Title/Problem areas checked:
No abandoned title record
No damaged title or major damage incident record
No fire damaged title record
No grey market title record
No hail damage title record
No insurance loss title or probable total loss record
No junk or scrapped title record
No manufacturer buyback/lemon title record
No odometer problem title record
No rebuilt/rebuildable title record
No salvage title or salvage auction record
No water damaged title record
No NHTSA crash test record
No frame/unibody damage record
No recycling facility record
Odometer Check
Your vehicle checks out: AutoCheck examined the reported odometer readings reported to AutoCheck for this 2005 Nissan Altima Base / S / SL (1N4AL11D75C124376) and no indication of an odometer rollback or tampering was found. AutoCheck uses business rules to determine if reported odometer readings are significantly less than previously reported values. Not all reported odometer readings are used. Title and auction events also report odometer tampering or breakage.

0 Problem(s) Reported: Mileage Date Reported
11 03/04/2004
19,561 03/21/2005
19,563 03/23/2005
20,667 06/13/2005
20,667 06/14/2005
20,667 06/14/2005
20,737 08/10/2005
20,737 08/11/2005
20,743 11/15/2005
93,383 07/14/2008
93,384 07/15/2008
93,384 07/17/2008
Vehicle Use and Event Check
Information Reported: AutoCheck shows additional vehicle uses or events reported to AutoCheck for this 2005 Nissan Altima Base / S / SL (1N4AL11D75C124376). This includes reported vehicle uses such as rental or lease, and events such as whether the vehicle has been reported to have had a loan/lien or duplicate title issued. Other events show if the vehicle has a reported accident and how many calculated accidents or if it has been reported stolen or repossessed. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase.

1 Event(s) Reported: 6 Vehicle uses checked:
Fleet, rental and/or lease use record(s)
No taxi use record
No police use record
No government use record
No livery use record
No driver education record
3 Event(s) Reported: 9 Vehicle events checked:
1 Accident record(s) reported through accident data sources
No corrected title record
No duplicate title record
No emission/safety inspection record
Loan/Lien record(s)
No fire damage incident record
Repossessed record(s)
No theft record
No storm area registration/title record
Detailed Vehicle History
many ownersmany ownersCalculated Owners: 3 Below are the historical events for this vehicle listed in chronological order. Any discrepancies will be in bold text.
Report Run Date: December 22, 2015 9:03:13 EST

Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Altima Base / S / SL (1N4AL11D75C124376)

Event Date Event Location Odometer Reading Data Source Event Detail
03/04/2004 FL 11 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
03/09/2004 ORLANDO, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:0090044788) (Leased Vehicle) (Lien Reported)
03/09/2004 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL (Leased Vehicle)
TITLED OR REGISTERED AS A RENTAL VEHICLE, OR PART OF A RENTAL FLEET
06/11/2004 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
03/21/2005 FL 19,561 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
03/23/2005 FL 19,563 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE
06/13/2005 FL 20,667 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
06/14/2005 FL 20,667 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
06/14/2005 FL 20,667 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE
08/10/2005 FL 20,737 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
08/11/2005 FL 20,737 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE
08/19/2005 WEST PALM BEACH, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:0090044788)
11/15/2005 FL 20,743 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
12/12/2005 PAHOKEE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:0090044788) (Lien Reported)
12/12/2005 PAHOKEE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
11/14/2006 PAHOKEE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
11/26/2007 PAHOKEE, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
12/07/2007 Manufacturer MANUFACTURER RECALL
RECALL R0712
ALT/SEN ECM REPROG NTB07-081
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
NISSAN DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
07/14/2008 FL 93,383 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV
07/15/2008 FL 93,384 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION
07/17/2008 CLEWISTON, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:0090044788)
REPOSSESSED
07/17/2008 FL 93,384 Auto Auction REPORTED AT AUTO AUCTION AS DEALER VEHICLE
08/18/2008 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:0090044788) (Lien Reported)
08/18/2008 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
08/01/2009 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
07/27/2010 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
06/29/2011 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
07/13/2012 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
06/14/2013 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
04/19/2014 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
05/26/2015 FL State Agency FRONT IMPACT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE (Case #:7271361)
05/26/2015 FL Police Report ACCIDENT REPORTED (Case #:PD150526193912)
MULTIPLE IMPACT COLLISION
05/26/2015 FL State Agency MODERATE DAMAGE REPORTED
06/23/2015 MIAMI, FL Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
AutosRe: Free Vin Checks And Reports Sponsored By Auctionexport.com by elmadavida(f): 7:22am On Dec 22, 2015
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VIN: 1N4AL11D75C124376

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TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 11:41am On Jul 23, 2015
Walspring:
I don't think this is applicable to US, although schools will tell you the kind of test you should do before coming over..

But where do you get this information if i may ask huh
I saw it on a blog as part of documents to take to the POE.
My school requires some proof of immunization before registering for classes. I don't know if I can do it here or will have to do it when I get to the school.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 12:50pm On Jul 21, 2015
Hello e-family. Has anyone ever come across this and does it apply to the US too?

"you may be denied entry if you cannot show a doctor’s note that states you have been vaccinated against whatever diseases or conditions the host country specifies."

Do I need to get all the immunization requirement before traveling as I don't have any document to show proof of immunity OR will I do them in the school?
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 1:01pm On Jul 08, 2015
kennyrony:
Am Happy....... Congratulations to Me. Visa approved dis morning. Transcript coming soon.....
Congrats the fantastic kennyrony. You deserve it
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 3:52pm On Jul 06, 2015
Is anyone here in Florida International University or has a friend there?
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 2:10pm On Jul 01, 2015
mbeenox:
If you take a month old bank for interview, hope there's no problem with it?
I guess you mean the bank statement was printed a month before the interview. I will advice you print a more recent bank statement, because your current balance also matters along side the cash flow in the account. Try to print the statement few days to your interview date if possible, just to be on a safer side.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 9:27am On Jul 01, 2015
I wonder why travel agents (wakanow.com and travelstart.com) have cheaper flight fares compared to the airlines themselves huh
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 9:04am On Jul 01, 2015
oyeg:
Hello Guys,

I got my visa approved this morning. Thanks to all on this forum who shared their experiences.

Will post transcript soon. I believe my experience will help other prospective applicants.
Congratulations. We patiently await your transcript.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 6:10am On Jul 01, 2015
Walspring:
You haven't take me to film house ooo grin grin grin

If you board direct flight to your destination your poe wont be in NY because some people will still board the plane with you in NY going to same destination with you but if you have connecting flight in NY the your poe will be in NY where you will board another flight to your destination

Maybe you check your flight itinerary you will see it there
Thank you Walspring. FIlmhouse or Amala joint?
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 5:02pm On Jun 30, 2015
kennyrony:
U don't get it yet. Not first stop, but 1st stop in US.

Your 1st stop might be in Dubai, London etc depending on d airline. But the 1st stop in US is the POE, for instance u are going to Atlanta, u had a stopover in dubai and New York, New York is ur POE.
Yes I understand that it is the 1st stop in the US. All the same, thank you Kennyrony for ensuring that I am not confused.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:46pm On Jun 30, 2015
biikeys:
You can only have one POE, which can be within or outside the US.
This information was useful, I totally get it now and can also explain to others in doubt too wink
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:44pm On Jun 30, 2015
slimmy05:
your fist US stop is your POE. POE is point of entry. It's not like a place
Oh, first stop is the POE. Now I understand, thank you sir
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:30pm On Jun 30, 2015
biikeys:
Yeah it's in Atlanta
Do you mean the only POE I will pass through is the one at Atlanta
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:29pm On Jun 30, 2015
kennyrony:
No screening, might just ask wer u are heading to. But d real questioning is wen u get to US
Ok. Thank you
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:14pm On Jun 30, 2015
kennyrony:
It depends on the airline. For emirates airline, you gonna be avin 2 stop over, dats Lagos- Dubai- New York - Atlanta.
Will I have to pass through the whole screening and questioning at the port of entry of each airport I stop ?
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:12pm On Jun 30, 2015
biikeys:
Atlanta..guess that's Delta
Yes Delta
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 4:04pm On Jun 30, 2015
djmakson:
“The Lord shall give me the tongue of the learned that I shall know what to speak to the Consular.” That was my declaration adapted from Isaiah 50 vs 4.
Arrived the Consulate at about 6am. Did the usual checking (about 40 of us for the 6.30am batch) and we got into the final hall. Did our biometrics and thereafter sat patiently for the VOs to arrive.
It got to my turn at about 7:30am and I was called to window 10 by a guy presumably in his late 30s. The following conversation ensued between us.

Me: Good morning (with a smile) and how was your night?
VO: Good morning and fine thank you. Let me have your documents please.
Me: I passed them.
VO: Why are you going to US?
Me: For my Masters in Business Admin & Mgt.
VO: What school?
Me: University of *****in *****
VO: You applied to any other school? Didn’t hear him well so I quickly responded “Pardon”? And then he asked again.
Me: Yes. I named two other schools (Framed).
VO: So why the school?
Me: The school has the exact curriculum that matches my profile and as well have seasoned professionals both on-field and off-field in the likes of Dr. ****** and Mr ***** offering globally relevant education that will make me fit anywhere in the world. He cuts in
VO: Where did you graduate from?
Me: OOU
VO: What course?
Me: Economics.
VO: Did you write GMAT? Checking my i-20
Me: No, I wrote GRE. (It was waived but I wrote it cos I discovered here that it’s always been asked for)
VO: What was your score?
Me: 302. I then passed the UNOFFICIAL score sheet I printed from my ETS account. He checked and returned it.
VO: What would the degree do for you?
Me: It will equip me with the required skill to manage my dad’s business efficiently when I return to Nigeria.
VO: Who’s sponsoring you?
Me: My Dad.
VO: What does he do?
Me: I told him.
VO: Picking the collection letter, he said “I’ll approve your visa. Pick it up at this circled place on Saturday. Goodluck”
Me: Thank you.

No financial document was asked for.

My profound gratitude to God who made it happen. Special thanks to this wonderful personality in Innovativeame who consumed his call credit on lengthy calls just for sessions of dummy interviews for my sake. Only God can reward you bro. Special thanks to those who keep the forum alive and interesting.

To prospective interviewees, God as well as confidence is key as it has always been emphasised here. I experienced that today. Thanks and God bless

Imperiouxx I am waiting for my beer oooo…lol
Congratulations
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 3:31pm On Jun 30, 2015
Hello house, I have been away from the internet due to work.

I want to travel to Florida through Atlanta(ATL), where will be my port of entry?

Nigeria to Atlanta (first stop), then to Miami (destination). It is the same airline but they will be having one stop.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 2:50pm On Jun 21, 2015
Walspring:
All these are badt combination ooo...
Lol... Very bad combo
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 2:13pm On Jun 21, 2015
Stewee:
Yeah! #Miami
Nice. My school is in miami too. which one is advisable and cheaper? on-campus or off-campus accommodation.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 2:10pm On Jun 21, 2015
DeeTus:
Call the "collection center" and ask if they open for business on Saturday. Or do you also work on Saturday?
I cant get to travel with the nature of my job. We work everyday.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 12:42pm On Jun 21, 2015
Stewee:
Congratulations!
FIU is a great school... I attended their last graduation ceremony in Kendall-Tamiami(My flatmate graduated from there).

You'll love it in Miami...It's really very hot right now(highs of 105 Deg) so make sure you bring your beach bod!

Go Panthers!!! grin
Thanks Stewee. Do you live in Florida
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 12:30pm On Jun 21, 2015
Thank you. I can't be given a day off work because I just finished my leave. Pick up location is Abuja and I work in Ibadan

zeezahbee:
Congrats. Welcome to USA . You can sign the sheet and give it to somone to pick up or better still get a day off work and go get it yourself
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 10:18am On Jun 21, 2015
Read my transcript below:

VO: good morning
me: good morning
vo: so why do you want to go to the US
me: to further my studies.... going for a masters degree
vo: i see you are going to FIU, how did you find out about the school
me: i searched the internet for schools in the US that offer the course i intend studying that is MIS and got results. I filtered the results further to schools that actually offer MIS as a degree on its own and not as a specialization under their MBA program.
(VO nods)
vo: where did you have your bachelors
me: xoxo university
vo: what year did you graduate
me: 2013
vo: what have you been doing since you graduated
me: i have been working as an IT engineer with a media outfit.
vo: why do you want to study this course.
me: to prepare me for a managerial position at work. MIS is the MBA equivalent for tech students. It will help me become a professional in my field.
vo: did you apply to any other school
me: yes
vo: which schools
me: Northeastern uni, Uni of Illinois.
vo: who is sponsoring you
me: my dad
vo: what does he do
me: he owns a company and does contract jobs for the government
vo: how much does he make monthly
me: I really can't say because it is his income, and i have never asked him. You can have a look at his bank statement. (i tried reaching for it and pass to him)
vo: i don't have to see that, give me an estimate.
me: i can't say
vo: you can look at the statement if that will help you.
me: (i looked at d statement for a few seconds, then i answered)... close to 2million.
vo: are you married
me: no, but i am engaged
vo: ok, your visa has been approved.....he returned only my I-20 saying I will be needing it at the POE, then he passed the white paper to me.
(i was happy and couldn't hear most of what he said at this point)
vo: thank you and enjoy your stay in the united states
me: thank you and have a great day.

I went straight to collect my bag where i dropped it and went to get a cab.

Now, i remember those that were granted visa before me were also told to pick it up in 2weeks/3weeks time not the usual 2 to 3 business days.

Can I get someone to pick it up for me because I will be at work when it will be ready (leave will be over by then). Hope there has not been any issue recorded in the past with a proxy picking it up.


I THANK GOD FOR THIS AND ALSO THANK YOU ALL IN THE HOUSE FOR THE GUIDANCE ALL ALONG..... TO THOSE WAITING FOR THEIR INTERVIEW, I AM ALSO WAITING FOR YOUR TESTIMONY (TRANSCRIPT) HERE.

Next steps to take will be appreciated too from gurus in the house i.e. health, booking a flight, guidance on securing accommodation in Florida.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 9:59pm On Jun 20, 2015
I was granted visa. Thank you all for the guidelines.
Transcript coming.......
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 7:08am On Jun 15, 2015
I wish you all the best this week.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 6:26pm On Jun 14, 2015
DARKLIGHT:
Elmadavida, Kennyrony is right. The study leave is a plus. May I ask if your undergraduate course, your job function, and intended course to study related? It's not that it really matters. It's just it will help the gurus to guide you in the preview of your intended interview transcript before the interview.
Yes the undergraduate course and job function are related. Intended course to study is a broader field and still covers a bit of my current discipline. But the name of the course written on the I-20 is different from that on the admission letter they gave me.
Although, the course name on the admission letter is the correct one, I used the name written on the I-20 while filling the DS-160 form.

I hope I have not done anything wrong.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 7:06am On Jun 14, 2015
Thanks gurus!!! darklight, slimmy05 and Kennyrony. This issue has been disturbing me since and now you all have relieved me. Thank you.

One more question, should I get and take along a "study leave letter" from my office since I intend to come back to the company after my studies.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 7 by elmadavida(f): 9:04pm On Jun 13, 2015
Thank you Kennyrony. What if they ask for his business SOA to see details of the business transactions for clarification.
His personal account is where the funds are but no business transaction.
Can I include the certificate of incorporation of his company in which I was also listed as part of the 3 directors? The company account balance is not enough and does not have as much funds as his personal account which I want to use.



kennyrony:
Yea perfect. It even but u use is personal SOA than the business

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