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Bigsecret:
Why was it seized. If people know the reason or what transpired between you and the VO, they can provide you with specific advice that can solve your situation

Malone122:
come clean what do you mean seized ??
Which paper was you given
The embassy doesn’t “seize “ passports
So explain yourself better if you truly want opinions of people here

channelstravel:
I can guess an agent did the last one for you. Is that what he told you? That your passport was seized?

AwesomeG1:
VISA ALERT!!! VISA ALERT!!! VISA ALERT!!!
VISA ALERT!!! VISA ALERT!!! VISA ALERT!!!

Application date June 2nd (Standard)
Biometrics June 4th

On the 15th working day, i got a mail that my application wasn't straight forward so they needed more time to make a decision

July 2nd, Application Transferred to VAC
July 2nd, Travel Documents ready for collection.

Collected the passport today with my VISA intact.

1 US visa refusal (tourist)
1 SA visa refusal (tourist)

It wasn't an easy journey especially after getting the non-straight forward mail. I read so many articles about non straight forward mails and how it takes 8 - 12 weeks to get a response from the UKVI.I prayed asked God for a quick response, and i got my collection mail just after 5 working days.

To all those waiting for unconditional offer, CAS, TB Test, Biometrics and VISA, I pray everything will work out for your good in Jesus name.

FruitfulRay:
Congratulations

Upeople:
Its not easy to Secure a job placement for someone outside Canada, Visit visa isn’t easy to get too. Ur best shot would be spousal sponsorship; that means she would have to come down to Nigeria & you guys can get married and she can sponsor you

taiwoawoniyi:
As much as I encourage Infrastructural development, this is a wrong move in my opinion.

Before building an almighty airport, first upgrade both the curriculum and infrastructure of your school to be world class.

Build more hostels.

Build more 21st Century classes.

Build modern laboratories.

Build premium transportation systems.

After you're part of the top five unis in Africa, then you can funnel your excess cash into an "airport" (which is still VERY Unnecessary) tho.

Building an airport costs a whole buckload of serious money...except the state will partner with the University.

PS: This new font style is making the paragraph space wayyyy too much.

xristos:
I do understand the part of self inflicted punishment by using fake agents.....but I have a similar case, Ignorantly, so as to avoid fake stamps with agents, I traveled by road to Ghana using Chisco Transport with a virgin passport, on getting to the embassy my passport was seized aswell...what do I do.
Its a crazy world, I traveled genuinely..and i have pictures and proofs..but they were not sufficient.
Embassy didnt even want to see the proof as phones were not allowed for interview..
please what do i do.....
Sadly, my 2 year old was involved.

SACI:
God when...

snowland:
Saying Yes after introduction? What if she come say NO? Will they un-introduce the introduced? Ayam not understanding.

blackmamba147:
smh, they gave you number and email to contact for document return you are still asking questions, Did you have a fake visa/entry stamp on your passport? are you not aware that NIS stamps your passport at exit and entry, why will you give wrong info

Predstan:
Hi Francis00 you need to answer that question truthfully. Where were you on the 5th of March. Are you a product of agents? If you are one, forget US visa for 10years or more

graduatestudent:
Interview Date: 10th July
Time: 6:45am
Location: Lagos
Status: Administrative Processing, now issued (F1 and F2)

School: Fordham University, NY
Program: Master of Science in Marketing Intelligence
Funding: $20k
Deficit: $73K (including living expenses, dependent expenses and health insurance)

I was interviewed by the white guy at window 9. He had approved an older man and denied a lady that went just before me.

Me: Good morning with a big smile, I had told my son to shine his teeth too
VO: Good morning
VO: Is this your child?
Me: Yes my son.
VO: Do you have any other children?
Me: Yes, 2 younger girls.
VO: Has your husband and daughters been to the US before?
ME: Yes, many times for family holidays.
VO: Why are you going for a Master's degree?
ME: I am on track to be promoted to the role of Commercial Manager at Bleep in 2 year's time as I was invited to join the commercial manager
in training program last year. I already have extensive experience in Sales and spent 5 years as Sales manager at my current job. As part
of my learning path, I need to further develop my knowledge and skill in strategic marketing, data analytics and customer driven
marketing. These will be achieved by specializing in Management Science and quantitative methods to earn my degree in Marketing
Intelligence.
VO: So you need this degree to be promoted to commercial manager?
ME: Yes
VO: How did you get this scholarship(looking at my I-20)?
ME: I went through a rigorous application process that included 2 video interviews and 2 audio interviews as apart of the application process. I
impressed the admissions committee with my interviews and also my resume and I was given a scholarship.
VO: I see your dad is sponsoring you
Me: Yes. I also have my personal savings as well funds from my husband.
VO: What does he do?
ME: He owns different companies with factories at bleep, bleep and bleep and also invests in properties.

From that point the interview took a different turn

VO: When is the longest time you've stayed in the US?
ME: About 6 weeks(sweating at this point).
VO: What did you go to the US for?
ME: Holiday and also to have my baby
VO: Was this the only time you stayed long in the US
Me: NO. I also stayed for about 6 weeks a few years ago, when I had my other daughter
VO: Have we sighted your payments before?
ME: Yes for my first daughter when I renewed my visa after giving birth to her. But not for my 2nd daughter as drop box had commenced when
I had her.
VO: Furiously typing away most of the time not saying anything.
ME: I have the receipts here if you want to see them
VO: Oh you have the receipts? Let me see for your 2nd daughter, it is noted here we have seen the first one.
Me: Hands them over
VO: Looks through and calls his supervisor(I think). They switch off the mic and were talking. My heart beating at that point, like what are
these people saying?
VO: How much did you pay?
Me: About $15k
VO: Have you been refused a visa for any other country recently?
ME: NO
VO: Are you sure?
Me: Yes, I am sure
VO: Typing furiously again for about 5 mins and saying nothing.
VO: Finally picks a white paper and fills it out. You have been placed on AP and we will contact you via email for any updates regarding your
application
ME: Ok. Are there any other documents you need me to provide?
VO: No, we will contact you via email if we need anything
ME: Sorry to bother you, but how long will this AP take?
VO: Between 3 to 5 Business days
ME: Thank you

I wasn't sure whether to laugh or cry as my AP wasn't like all others I have seen. He didn't say they were going to verify any documents or give me any other slip besides the AP letter. Nothing about the information other VOs have given to students. I couldn't even explain to my son what the verdict was.

Fast forward to this morning, I tracked my visa status and both visas have been issued.

I don't know how this transcript will help, because the interview didn't really focus on my going as a student for the later part which was quite perplexing. I give Glory to God for all he has done and a big thank you to everyone on this forum for sharing as much as they can to help others. The people who were on AP and came back to confirm their visas were issued gave me hope even though my scenario was different.

Good luck to everyone still in the process!