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Hello, Good day. A friend needs to show an account statement to balance up his deficit for I-20. Is it advisable to use his own personal account as compared to an uncle's or aunt's. Pls do give your opinion based on previous experiences. Thank you

Hello
Please try to confirm if Russia is accepting applications from the embassy before you apply. The Schengen space was restricted since January.

Ononyenemezu:
I read old messages on this thread and was able to resolve my problems. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences.
On another note, Is there anyone here heading to Iowa State University ?

abdullahi45:
Good day, Fellow Nairalanders,

I have been passively following this trend.

I would be glad to receive your responses to the below questions regarding F-1 visa application.

I am nearing the completion of a master's degree at a University in South Africa and I intend to resume a doctoral position at an American University in the Fall. My question is, will applying and interviewing for my F-1 visa in South Africa (as opposed to Nigeria) reduce my chances of securing the visa?

Since all my family members are in Nigeria, how can I convince the VO of my home ties (if I am applying from South Africa)?

Also, is it okay to tell the VO that I will resume work in Nigeria or South Africa after my doctoral study?

Is there anything else I need to know?

Thank you for your time and invaluable responses.

@justwise @NigPatriot @Predstan @Malone122 @meritdee @fairheart @bukkymbo

Hello
I am in a very similar situation. I currently study in France and will be completing my Msc in July. I had to choose coming back to Nigeria for my interview due to the US presidential proclamation (You can check that out here; https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/presidential-proclamation-coronavirus.html ) preventing people from certain countries to enter US. This has halted Visa processes too. It is recommended you spend 14 days in non-restricted countries before your appointment at the embassy. I am very sure SA is one and the only African country in the restricted list.

Félicitations on your admission.
Can I send you an email? Also going to UIUC

watchwoman:
Yes, I just got admitted to UIUC for fall 2021

Olaoke16:
Good to hear...please, are you offered admission for fall 2021 at UIUC and what program? I also applied for PhD mechanical engineering, only received a mail last month end that international applicants application review will start on the following day.

Yes, my admission is for Fall2021, PhD Chemistry.

NigPatriot:
That's a highly ranked school. Top choice anytime anyday... I have a friend who also got admission for his PhD program.

Nice. Can you please connect us. I am going for my PhD too.
I sent you an email.

Hello,
Good day to everyone,
Please, is there anyone going to UIUC for Fall2021?