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When did you get approved?

Belle110:
I submitted my app on Jan 15

With one year PGCert or PGDip, can one get 3 years work permit after graduation? If not, how many years is one entitled to?

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Lekiboboe:
You are welcome Chief.

Hmmm, based on the above response, i seriously doubt if the bolded is possible.

To Get the admission sef would likely be impossible cos the Admission committee of the school he wants to apply to for the Business Management program would be expecting the academic transcript of an applicant who has a Business degree, which would show that he has done business related courses as an Undergraduate.
or
Someone with a non-business degree but has Work Experience in Business Management. Such person would be expected to show his nonbusiness Transcript, his Canadian Style résumé indicating that he has work experience in Business Management or business related field and also a Cover Letter for admission indicating that he/she would be a best fit for the business management program despite having a nonbusiness degree but with a Business Management work experience.

Even if the admission falls through (luckily), if he applies for a STUDY VISA with such admission (LOA), he would likely not be able to convince a Visa Officer about his purpose of Visit to Canada (To study), cos the Study Visa Application of a Graduate of Biochemistry with no work experience in Business Management and wants to go for a PG. Cert in Business Management in Canada would be very open to scrutiny, and this scrutiny by a Visa officer can lead to serious red flags on that kind of Visa Application.

In his best interest and to play safe, he should go for a Biochemistry Related program PG. Cert program that would a good Academic and Career Progression for him.

Visit the three links below for that

https://www.nairaland.com/6321900/canadian-student-visa-thread-part/254#99028079

https://www.nairaland.com/6567181/canadian-student-visa-thread-part/310#103449070

https://www.nairaland.com/5818588/canadian-student-visa-thread-part/406#94920304

Await more inputs/contributions from the house, so your friend would know the best decision to take

Good luck!!!

Thanks for the awesome feedback

- He is a fresh graduate
- No NYSC
- Graduated 2020
- No work experience in Business Management
- That’s his field of interest, he wants to build his career in that line.

Lekiboboe:
Hi Honorable,

First of all, I.T. cannot really be categorized as work experience, cos I.T is a training, and I.T students are not usually paid, or they don't have a documented payment (I STAND TO BE CORRECTED)

If he has done NYSC, his 1-year service year can be categorized as a Work Experience cos Corp members are paid monthly by the Federal Govt. and their payments are documented.

Your Friend can't do a Masters with a 2.2, his chances are very slim as Canada requires a 2.1, most esp. a strong percentage (75% upward) in the last two years of the applicant
as an Undergraduate e.g 400L & 500L.

Your Response to the questions below would/might determine the type of program your friend would/should go for

- Is your friend a Fresh Graduate?
- Has he done NYSC? If yes, what is the name of his Job at his PPA & what were his job duties?
- What year did he graduate?
- Why Business Management?
- Does he have Work Experience in Business Management?

Hello people, I am seeking advice for a friend. Would appreciate your feedback. Thanks!

*Educational Background*
Undergraduate: BTech Biochemistry
Result: 2:2
Work Experience: 6 months IT experience in a research lab
He is looking to apply for a program in Business and Management in Canada

- Can he get into a Master’s program with 2:2?
- Should he opt for PGDiploma or PGCertificate, if so which one has better job prospects in Canada after graduation?
- With a PGDiploma or PGCertificate, can he get a PR and work permit after graduation?
- Any other insight is welcome

Hello fam,
Posting on behalf of someone.

Lagos embassy, this morning.
VO: Pass me your docs. Why are you going to the US?
Ans: For tourism and to attend my daughter's graduation ceremony precisely.

VO: What is she studying?
Ans: International Development

VO: What kind of degree?
Ans: Masters

VO: Where will you stay?
Ans: In her apartment, she rented one.

VO: Have you travelled before?
Ans: Yes, to Dubai

VO: What do you do?
Ans: I am a teacher. I teach English at school X and also in charge of duties X and Y in the school.

VO: What of your children?
Ans: They are grown-ups. My first daughter is married with kids, so I am a grandmother.

VO: Wow, so where does your first daughter stay?
Ans: Here in Nigeria.

VO: Do you have relatives in the US?
Ans: Just my daughter

VO: Who is sponsoring the trip?
Ans: My eldest son

VO: Congratulations, pick up your visa in three days.

Thanks

tunddy:
I also have an interview tomorrow morning....they are not the same bro, your confirmation page is that form you print after you complete filling your ds160 form, after that your final appointment confirmation letter will be sent to you...
Note they are two different things....your confirmation page carries your picture why your appointment letter does not carry your picture

URGENT PLEASE!!

Is the confirmation page the same as appointment confirmation page to be used for interview.

Some has interview tomorrow morning

When did you schedule and which week in Feb did you get?

zed7:
Scheduled a date in Feb. My family has been to the US some years ago, however we have a 2 year old who wasn't born then and he applied with us. However, we all opted for the interview but some people said we should have done drop box while only the new kid applies for the interview. Is it a problem? Just wondering.

Anyone booked interview at Lagos location today? What was the earliest date please?

As at yesterday and today, I saw Feb 26th for Lagos location

ntutu:
What is the latest date for appointment now?

I booked an appointment today, February 26th was the earlier. Location: Lagos

Has anyone rescheduled a visa appointment? How did you do it?
And could you see the available time before you cancelled the initial one?

It shows next available date is March 22, I want to book this. But would likely change to an earlier date (Feb) if it shows up

If you are applying for a relative who you will sponsor her trip and you intend to use your own income/account info on the DS-160, how do I do this? It says I should add the income of the person, and not mine. The person is elderly and not even well paid, I will be taking care of the cost

Lagos NIV, how does one skip the 'Spouse' information on the ds-160? A divorced/legally separated individual does not wish to include the spouse's information.

Obinoscopy:
Its not too early at all. It might even be late if care is not taken.

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Hello,

My relative wants to visit the US this May, is it too early to apply now? 4 months ahead.
I searched the website to see if there is a window period, just like we have the 120-day rule with student visa

She also asked if an immigration lawyer is involved in the conversion? Thanks

LagosismyHome:
Not advisable....it was more stressful converting B1 to F1 within the US. Instead when she gets admission then , outside of the US (ie Nigeria) she should book and attend am F1 visa interview

Oh I see.
Please tell me about the process, I need to be able to convince her to go home. She is still considering it tho

LagosismyHome:
Not advisable....it was more stressful converting B1 to F1 within the US. Instead when she gets admission then , outside of the US (ie Nigeria) she should book and attend am F1 visa interview

How to switch from B1 to F1. My friend has been to the US frequently and is herr currently but wants to go to school and convert to F1. How is it done?
Thanks

LagosismyHome:
Are you sure I still remember that password ... don't think so. I am best reached here as I haven't checked that email in agessssss

@Lagosismyhome

Please check your message.

Hello fam,

I am considering West Houston Medical Center and Houston Northwest Medical Center, especially the former. The online reviews sha...
So I have gone to the website, I should select "OB/GY" and email all of them? Is that how you guys do it? I will ask for cost of childbirth, is there any other thing I need to ask? I would appreciate any info right now. thanks

Hello guys, if you are in (or coming to) Maryland/ DC for school and is searching for a room(shared)? Pm me I just got an apartment.

Okay. Thanks

bigfrancis21:
You or the person first need to generate the payment coupon from www.fmjfee.com which you would need for the payment. Depending on how urgent the person needs it, you can either pay instantly at WU (costs $10 extra for a total of $210) or by mail (include a personal check or buy a money order of $200 together with the generated payment coupon) to SEVP (address is on the coupon). If using mail, ensure that you add tracking (certified mail option at USPS).

Thanks

LagosismyHome:
https://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/wu-instructions
Read it to know how to fill out the coupon . If you are the person paying then you needs this completed printed coupon at WU

Hello. I want to help someone pay for sevis. What details should the person give me aside SEVIS ID number? I haven't done this before. More info will be appreciated. Thanks

Also is it easier mailing a check instead?

Sure. Thanks

LagosNIV:
Hello Havre -

What you are considering is technically possible, though difficult. You will need to be accepted to a J1 program and then apply for a J1 visa, which can only be done at a US Embassy or Consulate outside the US. For more information about J1 visas please review https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/study-exchange/exchange.html I hope this helps.

LagosNIV

Anyone??

Havre:
Please what should be done if one cant login back to fill ds-160. The thing keeps saying "account is invalid". Asking for a friend. Its urgent

Please what should be done if one cant login back to fill ds-160. The thing keeps saying "account is invalid". Asking for a friend. Its urgent

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TWoods:
Option 1 is your safest bet. I think for a j1 visa you need a sponsor.

Thank you for the feedback. I understand that part and I do not want to remain illegally in the US. I am asking the possibility of switching to a J1 and do an internship at least to stay engaged and gain something before next fall. Getting a job or internship in Nig isnt easy, I dont want to waste 6 months doing nothing.

Please let me know what the rules are in this instance. F1 - J1 and back to F1 in August.

abujaniv:
If you are not enrolled in school, you can not remain in the US on a student visa. It doesn't matter what expiration date is printed on your visa. If you remain in the US when not enrolled or if your school has halted your SEVIS status, you can accrue illegal presence. This can lead to deportation and travel bans.