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Both my spouse and I have b1/b2 two years valid visa before applying for F1 & F2 visa which were approved. On our passports, we currently have both valid b1/b2 and f1/f2 visas. We travel to the US last year and informed the CBP officer at POE that we are entering the country with our f1/f2 visa. As at today, we still have both valid b1/b2 and f1/f2 visas on our passports. therefore you can have multiple classes of visas of your passport at the same time. Also, I have a friend currently studying in US with b1/b2 and f1/f2 for him and his spouse. Talking from experience, I see no problem whatsoever with the two classes of visas valid on your passport

Good Day All, although, this transcript is overdue (a month overdue) but I have this burden to give back (by sharing) from where I have benefited from during my preparation.

Our initial interview was in July 2015 but due to mismatch in barcode on my DS 160 Form and Appointment Confirmation, both my wife and I were turned back (since we are applying together as F1 & F2). I tried to expedite the interview, my request was approved but I was unable to secure a date before my program commencement date. Therefore, I have no other alternative but to defer my program till Spring 2016

Our interview was scheduled for 6:30 AM at US Embassy Lagos and we got to the embassy very early as usual. Below is the transcript of my interview


VO: Good morning and how are you doing. I hope the rain this morning did not affect you too much.
US (i.e. my wife and I): Good morning, the rain did not affect us this morning and thanks for asking
VO: Please, can you pass me your documents
US (i.e. my wife and I): We passed the documents with a smile on our faces
VO: I can see that you going to US for your Masters
US (i.e. my wife and I): Yes Sir
VO: I can see that you going for your Masters in Mathematics
US (i.e. my wife and I): Yes Sir
VO: Why did you choose the university?
Me: The major reason for selecting for University is because of the course contents which fit perfectly into my past experiences and future career goals. Also, I have a supervisor who works in research area that I am greatly interested in. I have over 10 years work experience in Banking Sector and my responsibility over these years involves making informed decisions based on data previously collected. During this period, I have seen Nigerian Banks moved from capitalization of N2 Billion to N25 Billion and N130 Billion. The numbers of customers have also increased tremendously which means that the data gathered over the last 10 year by different banks is enormous. Unfortunately, the data are in silos and no meaningful decision can be made from the data gathered over time. This will be a huge career success for someone with good data mining experience. Also, due to the transformation of the banking sector, great importance is placed on corporate governance i.e. information sharing. However, the details of the people with the data need to be protected without reducing the quality of the data. This is where Statistical Disclosure Limitation will be highly useful. Fortunately, I will be supervised by Prof ----- whose area of research interest is in Statistical Disclosure Limitation & Data Mining. The program will help me tremendously upon my return to work after completion of my studies. The other reasons are: the university is a large university but it has a small feel i.e. low faculty/student ratio of 20:1 which will facilitate close interaction between faculties and students. The weather condition in city where the school is location is not too harsh; the summer climate is similarly to Nigeria climate while the winter climate is not too cold compare to other cities, therefore, we will be able to settle down faster

VO: Okay, I am satisfied with that.

VO: How many universities did you applied to?

Me: I applied to 10 Universities, 5 admitted, 2 under review and 3 rejected

VO: How will you fund your education?

Me: As stated earlier, I have full tuition waiver with stipend from the University. I am only responsible for university fees which is less than US$2,000.00 per year

VO: Oooh, Can I see a letter showing the Graduate Teaching Assistantship

US (i.e. my wife and I): We looked for the document and passed it to him

VO: This is okay. I noticed that you current have US visa, but yet to use it

Me: Yes, I do have a valid US visa but unable to travel because of my tight work schedule

VO: I am done with you. Please give me a few minutes to issue your visa and then ask your spouse some questions.

After a few minutes.

VO: This is your I-20, you need to keep it very well.

VO: Madam, why are you going with your husband to US

My wife: We are a young couple trying to raise a family, I need to accompany him to provide emotional, marital and physical stability for him

VO: Will you work in US?

My wife: No, by US law, spouse of F1 is not allow to engage in paid employment and I am not intending to violate that law

VO: I noticed that you too have a current US Visa and UK Visa

My wife: Yes sir, I recently renew my UK Visa

VO: Madam, Please give me a few minutes to issue your visa

VO: This is your I-20, you need to keep it very well. Pick your visa up at this location

VO: Please enjoy your stay in US and watch lot of America Football

I was given F1 visa while my spouse has F2 visa


My advice are as below:

•You need the grace of God and with that everything will seems so easy. For us most of the questions asked by the VO was answered by him. We were just responding YES. Also, the only document asked was the confirmation of GTA. This is just the act of God's grace

•No amount of preparation can be too much. Please prepare transcript for any question that can be asked and provided adequate responses to the questions. This is to ensure that you are not caught unaware

•Confidence is very key and the VO wants to see that. Please,, always ensure that you look straight into the eyes of VO and answer questions

•Follow your dream, restrategize if need be, but never loose the believe that your dream can come to reality

•Lastly, Pray, Pray, Pray. God’s favour and mercy cannot be understated. I have noticed that you can have all the qualification, admitted to the best University and with more than enough funding but still be declined Visa.

I personally return all the success to God.

rDna:
There is a comments/ suggestion link at the left part of the screen when logged into your account with cgi website. Click on it, click on appoint scheduling or so, can't really remember. Write a comment on the need of a closer date their.

I have done as you advice. I am currently waiting for their response to the comment. I wish there is an earlier date so that I can get the interview sort out.

Did the embassy expedite your request.

rDna:
Please go apply for an emergency interview. That was what I did

Dear rDna,

My emergency request has been approved, but unfortunately, I am unable to reschedule to an earlier date. The dates that are available are late in August. Please how did you go about yours. I can call you to discuss if I have you mobile number.

Thanks

ayyyyo:
don't pay any agent that Money ah ah, this is something I did online and my emergency visa was approved. All you need do is give them a concrete reason for the emergency.

Dear Ayyyyo,

My emergency request has been approved, but unfortunately, I am unable to reschedule to an earlier date. The dates that are available are late in August. Please how did you go about yours. I can call you to discuss if I have you mobile number.

Thanks

slimmy05:
Give them a call or email them to relay your complaints. It would go a long way in getting the required solution. There is no time.

I have called them and was inform that I have to schedule the appointment myself. I cannot reply the mail because if is a "NO-RESPONSE EMAIL"

Please has anyone done this before and what is the experience.

Many Thanks

Dear All,

I applied for expedite of my visa appointment and it has been approved. However, I was asked to rescheduled the appointment and select a new date. However, when I tried to reschedule the appointment, I can only see my earlier appointment date as the first available date. Please who has used this option so that I can be guided. I have until 24th July 2015 to make a new appointment or I loose the expedite request.

Thanks

Dear All,

I applied for expedite of my visa appointment and it has been approved. However, I was asked to rescheduled the appointment and select a new date. However, when I tried to reschedule the appointment, I can only see my earlier appointment date as the first available date. Please who has used this option so that I can be guided.

Thanks

profojah:
They do.. But I think in some department but I'm not sure of the 2.7 cgpa. A guy posted his transcript last year, He got a full tuition waiver and a GA at GSU (biomedical sci or so),

It is very possible to get funding in Georgia Southern University. I know someone who got funding (GTA with stipend) in the university with a GPA of 2.7. Although, you will still be responsible for some fees and health insurance.

With God, nothing is impossible. You need to keep believing in MIRACLES

meritdee:
August 11

I will like to find out if Expedite appointments works and it advantages if it works.

My resumption is very close

Good Day,

I was meant to have my Visa Interview today but unfortunately, I was informed at the embassy this morning this morning that my confirmation number and the appointment number do not match. I was told to rebook the appointment with the same GTBank receipt number but after 48hours when it will be available. I need to be in school by the second week of August. Unfortunately, I cannot view the first available date, please what is the first available date as as this morning.

Thanks

Good Day House,

I need your advice. I have a valid B1/B2 visa and I intend applying for F1 visa. Please, what will happen to my B1/B2 visa if the F1 visa application is decline. Will the B1/B2 visa be revoke or will I still be able to make use of it

Thanks for your response.

Will my B1/B2 which I currently have improve my chances along with the funding & GTA offerred by the school?

The total cost of the school is $39,000.00 which includes Tuition, fees, Health Insurance, feeding and accommodation. The school has already offered $33,000.00. I can self sponsor myself for the balance.

My concern is that one is never sure with the VOs. For example, my B1/B2 interview took less than 3 mins while over 5 people have been rejected before me.

Has anyone with funding (partial & funding) been rejected and what is the success rate.

Good Morning, I need your advice.
I have admission offer of MSc from a University in Ohio. The offer is with GTA, therefore it is fully funded (full tuition waiver) and a generous monthly stipends. I have to provide for health insurance, mandatory fees and upkeep. The total amount I need to show is $6k. I have well over this amount in my statement. Also, I have a B1/B2 which is still valid for over a year now. Please what are:
1) My chances of obtaining F1 visa
2) Has anyone with full funded admission letter being declined before.
Thanks