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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 12:22pm On Aug 01, 2022
daezy22:
Ecobank isn’t 3 weeks

A transaction since June 23 is yet to be disbursed!

Also unity bank is no longer two weeks, they are currently unpredictable.

Access bank is now working with the 30 days timeline after approval and this is still accurate as at today.

Hi Aezy22,

I do not work for these banks. Therefore, I will not argue their preeminence with you. However, you might want to improve yourself by picking a dictionary to check for meanings of "average" and "personal experience".

I won't dignify you with any more response.

Good luck!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 11:53am On Aug 01, 2022
TOSM:
I have done the trade system registration and afterwards I went to GTB to ask if I could use my savings account with them, but I was told it's not possible. Please which bank is best for Form A?


Hi TOSM,

Below is the data I have accrued from last month:

Banks & their average Length of Transaction (LOT):

1. Unity Bank ----- 2 weeks
2. Eco Bank -------- 3 weeks
3. Access Bank ---- 1 month

Note: These data and my suggestions are based on personal experience.

I can't wait to read your testimony!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 11:46am On Aug 01, 2022
bruno10000:


Ok, thanks
You're welcome!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 10:27am On Aug 01, 2022
Imalaeta:
Hello everyone, My husband got admission to a college in quebec and we want to pay the tuition fee. Please how do I go about it as I intend to use bank rate in doing that. Heard there is a platform on CBN that can be used for this purpose. Please help, thanks.

Hi Imalaeta,

I already addressed this in one of my posts (see below). I hope it helps.

Can't wait to celebrate with you and your husband!


Gigdraft:
HOW TO SUBMIT FORM A

With the scarcity and unstable rate of foreign currency in Nigeria presently, the most suitable option for a student might be Form A. At the moment, 1 USD is above N700, which is outrageous. Hence, I will be taking you on the easy process of accessing foreign exchange at the Central Bank of Nigeria or interbank rate.

Note: the guideline below is a key to submitting your Form A form electronically – in the comfort of your home. How easy is that?

How do I obtain foreign exchange at the interbank rate? Don't worry, it is simple, and I will take you through it.

Step 1
Visit www.tradesystem.gov.ng

Step 2
Click on GO TO PORTAL

Step 3
Select Individual (as a student)

Step 4
Enter your 11-digit Bank Verification Number (BVN) and click continue

Step 5
Your BVN-registered email address will welcome a mail that contains a one-time password (OTP). Enter this password and click CONTINUE

Step 6
Create a password, verify your email and activate your account.

Step 7
Go to Form A and click on CREATE. Note: under Shortcut to Common Transaction Purposes, you should select Education Fee and Education Services, for Type of Services.

Step 8
Fill out other sections of the form, which are illustrative. Attach documents such as your passport data page, letter of acceptance, school invoice, etc.

Step 9
Submit the form and await your debit notification and payment confirmation from your proposed tertiary institution.

P.S. This might take weeks or even months.

I hope I have been able to straighten and clarify your haze.

I can’t wait to read about your beautiful POE experience.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 9:58am On Aug 01, 2022
SaniceSanice123:
Good evening all. A friend arrived Canada, but wants to visit her husband in one of the schengen countries next month, how possible is it? She hasn’t stayed morethan two months in Canada
Hi SaniceSanice123,

I am not aware of any law in place that prohibits your friend from visiting the Schengen country in question. However, she might need to get a no-objection letter from the Student Support/International Student Services (ISS) of her institution or any department that is saddled with student support services. Most Schengen countries would require a printed 3-month (official) bank statement – this is where she might have a problem if she hasn’t operated a Canadian bank account for three months, but let us hope the country in question accepts an electronic bank statement from Nigeria.

I hope this helps.

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Travel / How To Submit Form A from the Comfort of Your Home, Even When Outside Nigeria by Gigdraft: 9:12am On Aug 01, 2022
HOW TO SUBMIT FORM A

With the scarcity and unstable rate of foreign currency in Nigeria presently, the most suitable option for a student might be Form A. At the moment, 1 USD is above N700, which is outrageous. Hence, I will be taking you on the easy process of accessing foreign exchange at the Central Bank of Nigeria or interbank rate.

Note: the guideline below is a key to submitting your Form A form electronically – in the comfort of your home. How easy is that?

How do I obtain foreign exchange at the interbank rate? Don't worry, it is simple, and I will take you through it.

Step 1
Visit www.tradesystem.gov.ng

Step 2
Click on GO TO PORTAL

Step 3
Select Individual (as a student)

Step 4
Enter your 11-digit Bank Verification Number (BVN) and click continue

Step 5
Your BVN-registered email address will welcome a mail that contains a one-time password (OTP). Enter this password and click CONTINUE

Step 6
Create a password, verify your email and activate your account.

Step 7
Go to Form A and click on CREATE. Note: under Shortcut to Common Transaction Purposes, you should select Education Fee and Education Services, for Type of Services.

Step 8
Fill out other sections of the form, which are illustrative. Attach documents such as your passport data page, letter of acceptance, school invoice, etc.

Step 9
Submit the form and await your debit notification and payment confirmation from your proposed tertiary institution.

P.S. This might take weeks or even months.

I hope I have been able to straighten and clarify your haze.

I can’t wait to read about your beautiful POE experience.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 11:11pm On Jul 31, 2022
bruno10000:
Good evening peeps, I'm still seeking admission so here is my question. I'm looking at getting a space in Fashanwe college and there is space for January admission...thing is due to study permit processing I can't make January intake so I'm looking at getting the admission and deferring to the next intake after January so that I can have the time to process my study permit...Gurus in the house is this possible or does it makes sense? @Gigdraft ShowYoung
Hi Bruno10000,

Your plan would be a great one if only Fashanwe College supports admission deferment. Hence, you should verify this from the admission office before effecting your stratagem

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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 11:03pm On Jul 31, 2022
Badguy001:


The point here is that she is yet to interview. Her emergency request was denied not a visa denial. You are entitled to two EA requests on one MRV so long you have not interviewed.
Oh, I see, I just read her post again. I thought she was interviewed and denied. @MzWendy, Badguy001 is right. You can still request for another expedited appointment.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 10:29pm On Jul 31, 2022
Exline101:


The cooperate account belongs to me
Well then, My Friend, with what I could discern from your GCMS note, the VO suspects the cooperate account in question was boosted with a third-party's fund for the sole purpose of your application.

Give it another try, and be careful not to repeat similar mistake. Lump sum is your application's worst enemy now

I can't wait to celebrate with you.

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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 10:23pm On Jul 31, 2022
Badguy001:


Sorry, how does she not qualify for an additional emergency request? I believe everyone has the option of two emergency requests on one MRV.
@MzWendy and @Badguy001, Please inform me when you eventually secure a second expedited appointment with a single MRV receipt, even when the first interview wasn’t successful.

I sincerely hope I am wrong because that would really help you, @MzWendy, meet your enrollment deadline.

I can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by Gigdraft: 7:47pm On Jul 31, 2022
Rhodsho:
Visa application approved today

Glory to God.
Congratulations! More good news like this we pray.
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by Gigdraft: 7:36pm On Jul 31, 2022
bastardson:
I am concerned about the fact that he has already made deposit.. The few application I did, the SOP was requested during the application process.. So why give admission when you are not satisfied with the SOP
Hi Bastardson,

I presume the admission is conditional. Oftentimes, this occurs when the tertiary institution is satisfied with an applicant's credentials and profile but not with his/her SOP.

Most schools eventually withdraw the admission when applicants fail to satisfy the qualities they expect which in this case can only be expressed via SOP.

If you have a conditional offer, just sit calm, identify what you are doing wrong in an effort to meet the school's condition.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 7:12pm On Jul 31, 2022
adeyinkaadetunj:
Please kindly assist me with quick response. Which University accept NECO result for Undergraduate program in Canada?

Hi Adeyinkaadetunj,

If I should start listing the tertiary institutions that accept NECO, the mod might be forced to create a new thread for me. We have more universities that accept NECO results in Canada than those that might reject it.

Carry on with your application, and if you are doubtful, write the Admission Office of your school of interest for verification sake.

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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 6:12pm On Jul 31, 2022
MzWendy:
Hi guys. I requested for an emergency appointment which was done 35 days to resumption but was denied. Please what is the next step? Meanwhile, I’m to resume 16th August but the date I currently have is in May, 2023.
Hi MzWendy,

Unfortunately, you do not qualify for an additional expedited appointment at this time. Hence, I would advise you to defer your admission. Don't worry, the appointment portal will be updated later on. Therefore, you won't have to wait till May, 2023. Just keep checking the portal.

Modified: I initially thought your visa was denied. Please go ahead and book another EA.

I can't wait to celebrate with you.

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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 4:56pm On Jul 31, 2022
TIGER1001:
Can one present domicilliary statement of account during interview?

Hi TIGER1001,

Absolutely, you can! As a matter of fact, that would save the VO the stress of currency conversion.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 4:52pm On Jul 31, 2022
Onweke:
My friend contacted MP and got this message. What does it mean please ?

Thank you for contacting the Ministerial Centre for Members of Parliament and Senators.

We can provide you with the following details about the status of the application for a study permit for ggggggg

The application was received at the Canadian visa office in Nairobi, Kenya, on April 11, 2022.
The responsible office is currently reviewing the application and documents submitted to determine if the applicant meets the eligibility requirements for a study permit.
The office will contact the applicant regarding the medical examination.
Due to COVID-19, IRCC is experiencing processing delays and we can’t provide you with accurate processing times for this application. Rest assured that we understand how important this process is for the applicant and are making all the necessary efforts to finalize the application as soon as possible.
As of today, no final decision has been made. The responsible office will inform the applicant in writing as soon as a decision is rendered.

Hi Onweke,

The summary of everything above is, your application is currently at the eligibility stage. In other words, the visa officers are presently assessing your worthiness to breathe Canada air and step on Canada land. If you are found creditable, your application will be transitioned to the next stage, which in this case is Medical Examination (Medical Request).

Can't wait to celebrate with you!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 1:37pm On Jul 31, 2022
Bigdaddy001:
Thanks @Gigdraft for your reply to my Acct stuff on the previous thread I really appreciate.
And I'll be sure to quote you once I get my PPR.
You're welcome!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 9:37am On Jul 31, 2022
Perfectyyyyyy:
My application is already 8 months old so I’ve all the rights and faith to say this new thread is for me and that I will be sharing my goodnew of PPR arrival here this week.

So therefore, VO handing my file would immediately release the PPR and today I book my space to share it in the Name of God the father, God the Son, and God the Ghost. In Jesus Christ's name I pray�
Amen!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 9:26am On Jul 31, 2022
Rahl007:
Hi there, no the card wasn’t debited. That’s the issue. And 24 hours later, we tried another card but it wasn’t debited either.
I attached an image of what it looks like now

Hi Rahl007,

From the screenshot, it's apparent that your application isn't yet submitted. Could you please confirm if you didn't use a virtual card. If not, then employ the Report a Technical Issue Button at the top of your account. It's a medium of notifying IRCC about the glitch in their system.

I hope this helps?
Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 8:12am On Jul 31, 2022
bullstriker:
It is obvious you did not comprehend my response to @Bigdaddy001. So, do you imply that printed SoA does not show cashflows and that VOs cannot spot lump sums with printed SoA? Note that all the features of MBS you mentioned can be seen in the printed SoA.
The concept of MBS is to authenticate bank statements due to the high rate of fraudulent bank statements, as the bank sends the statement directly to the embassy. Like traditional bank statements, the embassy can only access the dates you want them to see.

This explanation is not in any way intended to encourage people to inflate their accounts with third-party funds.

Hi Bullstriker,

On the contrary, your response was very clear but disingenuous (misleading). My major aim is to dissuade @Bigdaddy001 and other newbies that might have seen your reply from making wrong decisions. That, I have done perfectly. I might have to move on now.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 11:02pm On Jul 30, 2022
Rahl007:
Hey guys, I need some help please. My sister is trying to submit her study permit application. She has filled the forms, attached and uploaded all necessary docs.
She then went ahead to pay. However it showed 'your payment is being processed. this can take up to 24 hours, we'll email you confirmation link' bla bla bla.
More than 24 hours later, she checked and it's just showing that the fees still need to be paid and when she clicks on continue application it does nothing.
We've tried different cards including my card which is a foreign card but nothing is working, it's not debiting me and not showing payment failed or error. Just the same 'processing' and then it reverts back to the page where they need to pay again.

Has anyone experienced this or have any input. I know IRCC's system is buggy but this is really annoying and I'm assuming all online applications must be paid for online and can't be done at the local VFS yes?

Any help from you guys on our next step would be appreciated. Thanks

Hi Rahl007,

I'm trying to understand you correctly, was she debited the first time? If yes, then you should exercise patience for an additional 24 hours. The payment will be updated.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 10:39pm On Jul 30, 2022
Ilovemom:
please can I be allowed to have my medicals done at Qlife with just my medical request letter? I got a request letter but no appointment.

Hi Ilovemom,

Unfortunately, your presence will not be honoured without a confirmed appointment. Sadly, Qlife has no available slot for August presently. You might want to consider IOM. Their earliest date is currently 9th August, 2022, which I feel is still quite cool.

Quote me when you have your PPR because it shall come to pass!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 9:40pm On Jul 30, 2022
bullstriker:
Yes, you can withdraw money from your account after you have printed a bank statement or generated MBS. Banks cannot disclose funds beyond what is on your bank statement. Although this rarely happens, IRCC can ask for an updated bank statement if they suspect foul play.

Yes, they will contact the bank to confirm what is on your statement but not what is available as of the time they contacted your bank. In other words, they are limited to what is on your bank statement.

I wanted to ignore this but who knows those I could save? I am sorry, but you are not entirely right. Consequently, I need to address your response to prevent “Had I Known” from the Newbies.

Your answer might be valid for a printed SOA. But how? Embassies verify the authenticity of financial documents by sending them to the issuing institutions. And, all the embassies could get from these institutions is, “Yes, we provided this document. It is genuine!”. That’s all. They do not elongate the process by including financial histories. This is why I affirmed your accuracy in terms of printed SOA.

Now, why are you wrong?

With the advent of MBS, embassies are accorded the right to 6-month period of your financial transactions. They can see your inflow and outflow. They can spot a lumpsum and query or deny your application for it. (Exline101, I hope you are reading carefully? In your own case, there was deviation from your usual inflow and outflow. And, I am confident that you employed a third-party Cooperate Account.)

Now, if you claimed a fraction of your account balance is for your study in Canada and still went ahead to withdraw this same fund for something else, what outcome do you expect? A miracle? God is not dubious, My Friend. Recall, I told you they can view your six-month transaction - you can guess the result.

My friend, Bigdaddy001, if I would answer your question, yes, you can make a withdrawal from your account but ensure whatever is leaving your account exempts your total of $10,000 (if outside Quebec) + your tuition.

I hope I saved someone and haven’t wasted my time.

@Bigdaddy001, Quote me when you have your PPR because it shall come to pass!

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by Gigdraft: 8:59pm On Jul 30, 2022
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR VISA IS UNDUELY DELAYED

I have noticed multiple complaints on this platform about the inordinate processing period for study permit applications. I empathize and could relate with the anxiousness, agita, distress, and uneasiness that are behind these complaints.

Therefore, to bring relief and enlightenment, I have decided to offer insight on the right decision to take when your application is delayed. I love to say little but in my little, you will find a walloping fragment of sense. Hence, I will keep this write-up to the shortest length.

What do you do when you experience an undue visa delay?

1. Raise a Customer Service Enquiry (CSE) Via the IRCC Webform Medium
The webform is the most efficient and quickest channel of reaching the Canada Immigration Department to process your application. This medium was specially designed to make application tracking easier. Thus, it is the mama that you run to when your application exceeds the current processing duration.

PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO RAISE A CUSTOMER SERVICE ENQUIRY:
https://secure.cic.gc.ca/enquiries-renseignements/case-cas-eng.aspx?mission=Nairobi&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1

The process is simple and illustrative.

2. Send an Email to the Department Processing Your Application
Before you do this, ensure you have waited for 5 working days. If there is no response, then please go ahead and send them an email. As far as Nigerian applicants are concerned, most applications are processed at the Nairobi Office, so here is an email address that you should employ: nrobi-immigration@international.gc.ca

3. Contact a Member of Parliament (MP)
Once you have completed Step 1 and Step 2 and yet there is no change in your application, then you should create a friendship with patience for an additional 2 weeks. If after that, there is still no update of any kind, then you can write a Member of Parliament (MP) within the jurisdiction of your proposed institution. The office of the MP has unrestrained access to the Home Office, Home Secretary, and Immigration Minister. Such an office is equipped enough to raise an inquiry on your case, and you know what that could do to your application.

I must caution you to be as polite as possible while doing this. Your issue is with the IRCC and not the MP

4. Hire an Immigration Lawyer
Note: before you resort to this option, you must have ordered your GCMS note to ascertain what is causing the delay. If the GCMS note does not help, then instruct your lawyer to submit a Formal Request Letter on your behalf. Trust me, this has always worked. But, if it doesn’t you have the last option.

5. Request an Order of Mandamus from a Federal High Court
This is an option I can only recommend to people whose applications have lasted for more than a year. When you obtain a writ of mandamus, the IRCC officials would have no choice but to prioritize the decision on your application. So far so good, I have not seen any mandamus that wasn’t honored within 60 days. But, as I earlier stated, make it your last resort.

I have spared precious time to compose this for your enlightenment, and I hope it helps someone out there.

Lastly, I will leave you all with Habakuk 2:3

"For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; Because it will surely come, It will not tarry."

Quote me when you have your PPR because it shall surely come!

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Business / Re: Pictures of PUBLIC LAUNDRY services In The U.S. by Gigdraft: 8:44pm On Jul 30, 2022
MALIGNANTGuest:

You are correct.
But the difference is, those who suffer abuses in the hands of the wealthy get instant justice.
This is not the case for Nigeria.
In Fact, high profile individuals are soft targets for lawsuits and this has made them conduct themselves in such a professional manner.
For example one can never compare the way he or she suffered abuses in a Nigerian work environment to that of a lawful society.
Security personnels are well respected just like the way their employers are accorded such too.
You can easily claim damages here and this has instilled discipline too.
You are digressing from the subject matter. Your main post portrayed your current residence as a space where maids, drivers, security details, and factotums are aliens. When I read your post, I felt like, "Oh yeah, another JJC thread". Everything you mentioned is in the western world as well but more prevalent in Africa. I might not be able to address the judicial aspect of your argument on the grounds of professional ethics and possible future repercussion, but I would advise you to clam down and observe. There's no perfect society.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 21 by Gigdraft: 7:06pm On Jul 30, 2022
bruno10000:
Any suggestions on agents who can help with admissions only?? I will be grateful. Thanks
Hi Bruno10000,

Securing a spot in a Canadian tertiary institution is the easiest of the whole travel-abroad process. I would implore you to cancel out the thought of using an agent for mere admission. Instead, research 3 schools that meet your preferences and return here to ask questions. As a matter of fact, you can mention me (don’t PM) and I will be happy to guide you if you ever find yourself at a crossroads.

Can’t wait to celebrate with you.

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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 7:05pm On Jul 30, 2022
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Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 17 by Gigdraft: 6:48pm On Jul 30, 2022
Olu1991:
*PLEASE KINDLY HELP ME IN CHECKING MY TRANSCRIPT AND ASSIST WITH CORRECTIONS*


V.O: Why are you going to the USA?

Me: To pursue my Master’s Degree in Geographic Information Science at Michigan
Technological University where I will be taking courses like Advanced
GIS concepts, GPS field techniques, remote sensing, spatial statistics
and I will be working with Bleep and Bleep and upon the completion of my
programme, I will resume to my duties as a Geographic Information
System Officer with XXXX and after some months I will earn a promotion
to Senior GIS Officer which is a higher and leadership role in the
company.

V.O. Have you been to US before?

Me: No

VO: Have you traveled out of Nigeria Before

Me: No, I have not travelled out of the Country before.

V.O: How many schools did you apply to?

ME: I applied to 3 Schools, Michigan Technological University, Western
Illinois University and Western Michigan University and I got 2 admits
and still awaiting response from the last.

VO: Why do you choose this School?

Me: My childhood friend is currently a Masters Student in the School
recommended the School to me and I have also carried out my research
on the School through its website and conversation with the program
coordinator who is also my supervisor and observed the School has a
well-equipped GIS Laboratory for Practical sessions and one on one
mentoring.

V.O: Why USA?

Me: I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
from Federal School of Surveying, Oyo and I believe I studying in USA
will expose me to more practical and advance techniques in handling
GIS Projects and also implementation of GIS in developed world, making
use of latest Geospatial Softwares available in the lab.



V.O: Why do you choose this course?

Me: I have a Post Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
from Federal School of Surveying, Oyo with a CGPA of 3.83/5.0, I need
to further my education in this field, so that I can have the
practical knowledge of executing and implementing GIS projects as its
been carried out in the developed world. After the completion of this
course, I will have the opportunity of having a leadership role in the
company.

VO: Where do you work presently?

Me: I work as a Geographic Information System Officer with Bleep. A
Company that specializes in Planning, mapping, remote sensing and
photogrammetry. I have worked at the Company for 7 months now and I
perform duties such as acquiring Spatial data using land surveying.
Satellite imagery, aerial surveying, I am involved in the processing
and visualization of spatial data using geospatial softwares such as
Arcgis, also I am involved in Design and Management of Database. I am
also involved in GIS training on available GIS Software packages.

V.O: do you have a study leave?

Me: The Management of the Company have decided to give me a special
consideration for Study leave having worked for 7 Months in the
Company after the approval of my visa and I will be bonded to work for
4 years with the company when I return.


VO: Were you previously employed?

Me: Yes, I worked Bleep from September 2017 to December 2021 where I
worked as an Administrative Officer. I decided to switch career
because I need to pursue my dream career in the field of Geographic
Information Science. I am happy working in my own field and hoping for
the best in my chosen career.


VO: What will you do when you graduate?

Me: After my masters, I will return to NIGERIA to resume my duties in
my current place of work and later, I will earn a promotion to Senior
GIS Officer which is a higher and leadership role in the company. But
on the long-run, I want to set up a Geospatial Company which will
focus on connecting business and decision makers to a world of data
and solutions. I am committed to having this career that will enable
me to mentor and lead young graduate who have chosen this career.




VO: Who is sponsoring you?
VO: So what kind of business does he do?.

Me: My biological Brother is sponsoring me, he is the Managing
Director of xxxx which specializes in the Importation of cars and
spare parts of vehicles from USA and Europe with offices in 3 States,
Lagos, Kwara and Abuja, he earns 90 million annually. He has 5 landed
properties put up for rent in Lagos. I also have personal savings to
cover some of the expenses.


V.O: When did you get married? How many kids?

Me: 2017 and one child.

V.O: When did you know each other:

Me: 2013

V.O. Where does your wife work?

Me: She is currently working at xxxxx State as a Senior Nurse.

V.O. Why is she not following you?

Me: She currently work at xxxxxx as a Senior Nurse, however, she will
be visiting me anytime she is on leave.

V.O: Do you have family or relatives in the US

Me: Yes, I have a brother in the U.S.

V.O: What does he do?

Me: He owns an African Store in Texas, USA.

V.O. What Course did study at Undergraduate?

Me: I studied Geography at University of Ilorin, Kwara State from
2009 to 2013 and Post Graduate Diploma in Geographic Information
Science at Federal School of Surveying from 2015 to 2016.

V.O. Who are your supervisors?

Me: xxxx and xxxx are my supervisors

VO: What are those courses you’ll be taking/ Tell me about your
program/What is your study plan?
ME: Masters of Geographic Information Science is a 30 credit hour
program which i will complete in 28 Months. 20 credit core courses and
10 credit electives. I will be taking courses in Introductory GIS,
Advanced GIS Concepts, GPS field techniques, Remote Sensing,
Communications and Spatial Statistics and so on.

VO: Did You Write Any Standardized Test?
ME: No, I didn't because it isn't a requirement in the school in applied to

VO: Who is the President of Michigan Technological University?
ME: Rick Koubek

V.O: Why should I approve your visa?
ME: Having this Visa will enable me to study in the U.S and have the
opportunity to learn more practical and advanced approach in solving
spatial related problems and executing GIS projects.

Hi Olu1991,

The average time for a US-Visa Interview is 2 minutes. Now, tell me, what time do you have to deliver what you have here? VOs are psychologically efficient professionals. They do not need a blink to identify a well-rehearsed script. Yes, a script! "Why are you going to the US?" A simple question that could be answered in 10 seconds: “I am going to the US to pursue a Master’s Degree in Geographic Information Science at Michigan Technological University (where I will be taking courses like Advanced GIS concepts and GPS field techniques).” But, you ended up declaring your whole course catalog.

Now, here is what you will do to help yourself out, Olu. Shorten this script by answering the questions above your responses. Reply without digressing. And, ensure you do not rehearse a script that you cannot deliver in 3.5 minutes. I hope you understood me?

Quote me when you have your Visa because it shall come to pass.

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