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Travel / Re: DV LOTTERY 2014 Preparations by Gbenge77(m): 10:08am On Mar 23, 2013
Wow,quite a debate going on here.

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Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 1:51pm On Mar 22, 2013
ti-ebe:
abeg, make una no vex o, which airline is best to go to US with?
It depends on your definition of best.I ve flown with Delta a couple of times and had a rewardinG experience.They do serve some local meals like Jollof rice,and drinks like Funman fruit juice,so you really do feel at home on board.But their price is a bit on the high side.Essentially,if you want a bargain price,BA Might just be your best bet.Have been flying BA lately due to their reasonable price.

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Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 7:26am On Mar 22, 2013
nija@50:



this is the 4th time i have been refused a u.s visa in the last one and half years,even after haven travelled to usa for more than eight times in the last 5 years.iam 100% sure i did not break any rules.i have valid visas to many other countries including u.k and canada.my questions are ,
1)what could be the possible reasons?
2)is there any way to find out the reasons?
3)is there any right to appeal?
4)how do i correct this problem if there is any?
5)is there a general problem recently with people who say they are going to buy cars?because thats what i do.
6)how many times can one reapply in a year?

thanks for your candid suggestions






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I did answer your enquiry previously
NYSC / Re: Can Anyone In NYSC Camp Confirm The Payment Of N38,900 Alawee? by Gbenge77(m): 6:47am On Mar 21, 2013
yetunde01:

Why d insult nw? U should be ban from this thread.
Ban?
Politics / Re: Jonathan Plans To Raise Petrol Prices Again by Gbenge77(m): 8:06am On Mar 20, 2013
Jonathans mandate is to ruin Nigeria,bringing her to her knees.Anyone still in doubt?
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 7:58am On Mar 20, 2013
grafikii:
Yes I am married with 2 kids
The odds are in your favour,considering your situation.Just ensure that you are calm during the interview.Maintain a positive body language,and hope for the very best.X
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 7:50am On Mar 20, 2013
Superbrain: I got my visa yesterday. grin

This is how my interview went:

Me: Goodmorning
Consular: Hi, can I have your application?
(I hand over passport, appointment and DS 160 confirmation)
Consular: (typing away on his system) What is the purpose of your trip?
Me: I'm going on vacation
Consular: Where in the US are you going to?
Me: California
Consular: Where in Carlifornia?
Me: (mentioned city)
Consular: How long would you be staying?
Me: 25 days
Consular: Where do you work?
Me: (told him)
Consular: What do you do at your company?
Me: (Told him)
Consular: How much do you earn monthly?
Me: (Told him)
Consular: Have you travelled before nd where?
Me: Yes, to the UAE
Consular: For what?
Me: Vacation last December
Consular: Are you married
Me: NO (in a bold tone)
(Consular keeps typing and hands over slip to me showing the pickup address for my visa).
Thatz all! grin

None of my documents were checked. I ensured all my answers were precise and exactly as I had filled it in the DS 160 online. My interview lasted for about 2mins in all. Despite the fact that I'm 26, single, with no other ties to Nigeria asides my job, I still got it. Truth is, travel experience, composure, consistency in answers and profile of your employer are good enablers. And most importantly, the oga patapata at the topmost layer! grin

Thanks Gbenge77 and other forumites that responded to my questions and for your contribution to this great forum.
Fantastic!
Politics / Re: Oga At The Top: NSCDC Defends Obafaiye by Gbenge77(m): 8:19am On Mar 19, 2013
cogitoErgo: you poster who is posting from your facebook I think you know you are saying one thing now and very soon your oga at the top will say another thing.
Dry.
Politics / Re: Abati Is A Product Of Same-Sex Marriage” – Fani-kayode by Gbenge77(m): 8:12am On Mar 19, 2013
And Abati,Jonathan ass licker gets annihilated.
Politics / Re: Did You Vote Jonathan In 2011 And Will You In 2015? by Gbenge77(m): 8:07am On Mar 19, 2013
Goddex: Yes I did and will vote him again in 2015.

Unfortunately for haters like you bilms,
just like the lastweek FCT council elections that El-Rufai toured all the council
areas in FCT on election day campaigning for his CPC and ended up losing all, you guys
will win again on nairaland and twitter but will lose woefully on the ballot box.
So you are impressed by his abbysmal performance?

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Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 7:22am On Mar 19, 2013
ANYONE GOING FOR AN INTERVIEW SHOULD CONSIDER THESE: Positive Factors: You are above the age of 60 years.
You have a house in Nigeria
You have travelled to other countries before

NEGATIVE FACTORS:
You are aged between 15 and 30 years
You are not married
You are a widow or widower.You do not make good money
You do not file an income Tax return
You frequently visit certain countries
Someone has filed an immigration petition for you
You previously lost your passport
You have a communicable disease
You are involved in any court cases
You have been sentenced for some crime previously
You have past due alimonyfor wife and kids
Someone did give any negative info about you to the US consulate

Now,those with negative factors do have their work cut out, convincing the US consulate that they are genuine visitors unless they they compensate for them in some other areas
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 6:30am On Mar 19, 2013
grafikii: Hi everyone, I have got an interview for a visit visa in a month, I am married with 2 kids, I earn 260k in my dad's company as marketing manager. I am to represent family at my uncle's wedding and to speak on behalf of the family as he has no relatives in the us and my dad is too busy. I intend to spend 5days. I have got a letter of invitation from my uncle and his inlaws

My documents
Letter of invitation
Wedding invitation card
Marriage certificate
Bank statement
Family and wedding pictures
Certificate of incorporation (1997)
Company way bills and invoice
Introduction letter from my company.

Note: I don't have any travel experience

How bright is my chance and am I missing anything out.

PLEASE RESPOND
You would need to demonstrate strong ties to Nigeria.Having said that ,you are still in with a good chance.Note,one could attend an interview with a shipload of documents and still get denied.Docs can only go so far.Crucially, your answers determine whether you get a visa or not,so it is absolutely vital,that you mantain a calm demeanour during the interview and do not stutter.And,The fact that you intend to stay for just five days puts you in with some chance,as CO'S tend to view that favourably.Are you married?

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Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 6:07am On Mar 19, 2013
dapsy4u2:

Could i be disqualified if i try for the first time? I have a virgin passport. I don't have anywhere in mind to visit apart from the states nd it's going to be my first time.
No,travel experience is not a must to get a visa.Loads of people did get their visa with a virgin passport.Convince the CO that you are a "GENUINE" visitor and you will get the visa.Not as easy as it sounds though.You need to respond to the questions in such a manner that you do not leave shades of doubt in the mind of the CO.Read the previous pages for tips on how to approach a tourist visa interview.But most importantly,like I always advice,do not appear desperate for a visa.Thats the crux of the matter
Sports / Re: Sunday Oliseh Gets FIFA Appointment by Gbenge77(m): 2:15pm On Mar 16, 2013
He is an analyst exTraordinaire.heck,he is one of the best around
Politics / Re: Alamisiegha's Pardon: US Expresses Regret by Gbenge77(m): 10:50pm On Mar 15, 2013
Its a sad day for Nigeria,andf All hands should be on deck to chase the otueke crook to the creeks in 2015
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 3:48pm On Mar 15, 2013
vozkini: The thing is quite confusing. What it means is that conference and hotel reservation is better off than invitation letter?
Of course having a relative in the US could be counter-productive,as it could be assumed you would likely hook up with that relative and become an illegal immigrant.But the crux of the matter is to convince the Co at the interview,whether or not you use a hotel reservation.Attend the interview with an open mind,and Convince the co you are gonna return as a result of your thriving bussiness.You see,most of the info they need are already in your Ds 160 form,and all they need to see is how you react to questions,your body language,and whether you are nervous or not.I think you ve got some pretty strong ties.All the best

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Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 8:43pm On Mar 14, 2013
ighojohn:

I HAVE JUST BEEN REFUSE THE VISA, AND KNOWING THE REASON WHY I WAS REFUSED AM THINKING OF REAPPLY AGAIN IN A DAY OR 2DAYS TIME , IS IT WISE. NO DOCUMENTS WAS CHECK PLS ADVICE
We do know that visas are refused under section 214B,221G and 212A,with 214B,failure to overcome an intending immigrant presumption,the most common.Do not re apply until your situation changes,or if you have new information which was not presented to the Consular officer at the interview.The problem is,how do you convince the CO that you will return to your country at the end of your visit?Are you married?Do you have a good job with a good income?You gotta sort out some things before re applying
Science/Technology / Re: Facebook ‘likes’ Can Reveal Your Secrets, Study Finds by Gbenge77(m): 5:48pm On Mar 14, 2013
Plausible.
Education / Re: Started ICAN In SS3, Bags First-Class At 20 by Gbenge77(m): 5:46pm On Mar 14, 2013
Absolutely brilliant.But of course the usual suspects will keep debating whether or not he would have made a first class,had he attended a public university.
Education / Re: 12-Year-Old Girl Takes $20,000 To School In The US by Gbenge77(m): 5:35pm On Mar 14, 2013
Talk about a superbly organised society,unlike N......
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 6:09am On Mar 13, 2013
phatrat:
@ Gbenga please expantiate thanks
I do not intend to discourage you here,but I ve gotta be brutally frank with you.The fact that you intend to visit a random lady ,whom you have never met before will appear implausible to the Consular Officer.That does not appear as a compelling reason to visit the US.In fact,is gonna be extremely difficult to prove your non immigrant intentions to the CO,considering your situation.

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Politics / Re: Alamieyeseigha, Others To Get State Pardon Today by Gbenge77(m): 3:57pm On Mar 12, 2013
Plausible as GEJ is believed to hold his "corrupt oga" in high esteem till date.But the chicken has come home to roost for GEJ.Of course,this is the 'final straw' that breaks the camels back.
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 4:37am On Mar 12, 2013
KEMER:
Hello pls say something. smiley

Oh,sorry I didnt see you original post.You would need to take along your statement of accounts and all documents that will prove that you are able to sponsor our trip.Generally,you would need to have upwards of 750,000 or even a million to show that you are able to finance your trip.Also,you might take any property docs along.All these could help you prove you are not an intending immigrant.Nonetheless,while docs are important,Consular officers do not place a priority on them.They are usually pressed for time and seldom check documents.In addition,I must say that being single is a negative,but does not necessarily hinder you from getting a visa.The married could be denied,and the single granted .Crux of the matter,go with all financial docs you can just in case,provide brief answers to the questions asked,but explain if you are asked to,and most importantly: DO NOT APPEAR DESPERATE FOR A VISA.THATS ACTUALLY THE REASON FOR THE INTERVIEW.Prove that you dont intend to elope and even if they dont grant you a visa,you will be just fine.Thats the kinda attitude the co wanna see.With such an attitude,consider the visa yours.Best wishes:does this suffice?
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 8:17am On Mar 11, 2013
@phatrat,To be honest,your chances of getting a visa are very slim.Should i expantiate?

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Education / Re: 3rd Class Degree, Or No Degree At All: Which Is Better? by Gbenge77(m): 5:41pm On Mar 09, 2013
Daresh: Abeg stop rough play. I have a 3rd class and it has never stopped me from achieving my objectives in life
Education / Re: 3rd Class Degree, Or No Degree At All: Which Is Better? by Gbenge77(m): 5:41pm On Mar 09, 2013
Soso990240: *yawns*na nw i go knw people wey graduate wit 3rd class..hehehehehehe.
You can say that again.We ve got some shocking replies right here.
Education / Re: 3rd Class Degree, Or No Degree At All: Which Is Better? by Gbenge77(m): 5:36pm On Mar 09, 2013
poccahunter: sometimes, if not most, grade is not the true text of knowledge.
Text or test?
Education / Re: 3rd Class Degree, Or No Degree At All: Which Is Better? by Gbenge77(m): 5:34pm On Mar 09, 2013
jude33084: Do you mean certificate? undecided

Because your degree is in you ♏ãn.
Besides alot of successful business and hitech guys in Naija had 3rd class.











In Shell aptitude text 3rd class did better than the so called 2nd class upper cheesy



One 2nd class upper from Delsu that graduated from masscom couldn't spell "broadcasting" cheesy cheesy grin
You gotta be kidding me!
Fashion / Re: Yvonne Nelson Or Nadia Buhari: Who Looks Better In A Bikini? by Gbenge77(m): 8:29am On Mar 07, 2013
Disgusting.
Travel / Re: Usa Visit Visa by Gbenge77(m): 6:57pm On Mar 06, 2013
sndrmrtns: Finally picked my B1/B2 2yrs Visa today and here is my experince .
In my appointment i filled B1/B2 and in my DS form i filled B1 so that i can use it after conference.

VO - where are u going in us?
ME - new york

VO - where are you going to stay
Me - Hotel and mention the same.

VO - how long are you staying in US?
ME - 5days

VO - what do you do ?
ME - Managing so so company

VO - how many people work for you in your company?
ME - mention it

VO - what do you do in your company?
ME - we supply so so product

VO - where have you travelled to before ?
ME - (UK)4x, (France)3x,(Germany)2x,(Belgium)2x,(Spain)once,(Turkey)2x,(South African)2x and Malaysian once .

immediately i mention Germany the white guy start typing seriously and wait for me to mention all before said Sir pick up your Visa in three days time .
then i asked the white guy was that all and said yes ,just can't imagine i can have simplest interview look like Heathrow POE questions. NO docuement checked
Favor of God.
Those guys havent got the time to check documents.They are always pressed for time.some people show up at the embassy with a shipload of documents,hoping that would sway the decision in their favour,but the cos are aware that documents can be counterfeited,and wouldnt rather waste their time on that.And,considering that some of State departments very best are normally posted to Nigeria,in light of Nigerias uneviable reputation,visa applicants have their work cut out.But,more frequently than not,a confident,composed applicant,who does not appear desperate will get his /her visa.Thats the kinda attitude the co's wanna see

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: Was Nani's Red Card Justified? by Gbenge77(m): 11:11am On Mar 06, 2013
Regarding the Ucl match between United and Madrid,recriminations grow,and soccer spat escalates.Nonetheless,i feel compelled to declare that United got paid back with their own coin.that is the unvarnished truth
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: Manchester United Vs Real Madrid - UCL (1 - 2) On 5th March 2013 by Gbenge77(m): 9:01pm On Mar 05, 2013
United has the best chance of the match so far. minuto 15

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