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obiwankenobi:
I guess my sins (using b1b2 for birthing purposes) have been forgiven

Rukydiva:
After delaying us for about 2 hrs ( heard due to fire /security breech) not certain. I was able to sit though (military security officers let me, and the elderly). Others were asked to move towards carpark to wait.

We eventually went in

Officer: good afternoon
DH and I: Good Afternoon

Officer: passports please
Me: hands over ( hubbys had visa expiring in march but needed to increase chances based on stories heard even though we have been to US few times) I decided we applied together

Dialogue not working for me and don't remember exact words but was seriously praying he doesn't ask if I was preggy.

*****If he did, I will say Yes. If he asked if I wanted to have baby there, I will say most likely not. If he ask why, I will say I need family around me and they are based in Naija***** this was my plan though didnt want to lie so I prayed he dosent ask.

Newyas was BI/B2 and vacation is the reason.
He asked where we were going. We said Washington then vegas. ( hubs answered)

Asked what he does and where he works- hubbs responded (he's a finance person. officer then made a joke) .
Asked why hubs traveled more and without me, I chipped in "I wonder " hubs now explained some were official .lol he's been like 3 times more than me

Asked me what I do- said self employed, baker.
He asked staff strength, I said 3. Me being No 1 and smiled.

He says I was held back the last time that how did I get back. ( I used a bit of emotions here) and said it was very stressful, business was on lockdown, hubs was back home, my embassy wasn't forthcoming with info as regards the evacuation. That I was so glad I got one eventually at an extra cost of 1500 which I didn't mind --- officer then chips in saying " sure you were glad to be back. Hubby chips in that that was the most important.

He asked if we had kids, we said No and he gave the surprise look with smiles( note: been married for a while).

He then asked how my business is. I responded saying really slow and using hand gestures .

Then he says pick up your passports in a few days.


Other observations.... I was praying not to go to a particular Officer- he is white and skinny. His voice was kina loud and we a could hear convos btw pple. Only that you can't laugh cos you don't known how yours will be . Lol.

He had refused some but gave last 2 couples before us but the questioning nobi here( he spends time asking and asking).

Our interviewer was a chubby friendly guy. He spent some time with the elderly woman before us due to language barrier( he took her passport and gave mama the paper, mama say make im return her passport o) officer explained that her visa will be ready in a few days . Mama say thanks and left. We were next�.

Observation:- Friendly officers dont mean they will grant visas o. Dont fall for that trap. I have also learnt to answer with short responses o. So u don't say what they didn't not ask and put yourself in trouble.

Then try not to be nervous even though you sometimes can't help it. Nervousness could be misconstrued for not being honest. Try to say at the back of your mind that it's not do or die .

All the best!

Nancyamah:
Abuja

Rukydiva:
Hello Awesome people.

Just discovered this great thread and it has been most informative.
I was locked down in US last yr. Spent 5 months and returned via evacuation flight only because I didn't want to apply for an extension. This visa renewal pple get skoin sometimes

Anyways I also just got a B1/B2 this month. Went for interview end of Feb and I will just say a lot of things happen behind the scenes ( terms of getting interview dates).

Available dates last I checked was like October and thats so far away.

Neways any June/ July birth mamas Considering Maryland

Oluwa18:
It’s not necessarily going to be IT related. Like I said, it may be physiotherapy or something else. Looking fir a course more practical than theory. I no fit read too much book, that’s why I dropped off school back then. I have a wide range of options and also I sponsors.
I just happened to have 7M naira on my own but I also have the support of my family.

Nancyamah:
Appointment is currently available,July 27th.
Goodluck to the fastest fingers

Kemo88:
Thank you everyone. He went to the embassy and his visa was approved.
Interview was less than 2mins.
He was asked where he is going? Number of children? What he does for a living ?
That’s all. No documents asked!
Thank you all

UhnNah:
The one you saw 2 days ago! What date was it?

Kemo88:
Hello, Has anyone even been to the embassy recently for B1/B2 visa? What’s happening? Please share transcript o.

Vivien16100:
Good afternoon
Please I need advice and guidelines
I applied for a visit visa to the us and visa fee payment has been made but logging on to my portal was told there are currently no appointment available.how do I go about it
Thank you

Kettlecorn:
Whatever dude. I'm not part of the echo chamber/try your luck gang that doesn't and cannot think things through thoroughly. And this is not derailing, it is actually very germaine to the topic of this thread. Those that can have deciphered the message which is that the pandemic has indeed indirectly made getting a visa more difficult right now and will make better preparations if they indeed have a strong reason to go for an interview at this time.

Infiosa:
Finding resume on a travellers may be flagged as a red flag but business cards should not attract any form of suspicion. From my personal experience, I have shown my business card to the immigration officers at the POEs on different occasions. In fact, it was indeed a convincing proof that I have strong tie to return to the home country. The mentioned excuses for denial of entry at the POE are circumstantial not travel restrictions on non-citizens. The only and most updated requirement for non US citizens is Convid 19 negative test. I will appreciate if you can make a reference, at least we are all because of necessary information.

Kettlecorn:
Your answers are there too.

Check out this interview testament from a student that had ben previously denied a visa but went ahead to attend remotely. He was ultimately successful:
Me: I would be going to continue by undergraduate degree in biology at Edward Waters college in Florida. I started taking classes for the fall semester in Nigeria because of the pandemic and ended with a 4.0 GPA, I have my result with me.
V.O: wow, 4.0, that's great. (Then, Takes a look at my I-20), oh I can see you have a full ride, that's great.

Kettlecorn:
Everyone is guaranteed entry if you have a valid visa, and COVID is not being used at any POE to deny entry
This is so far from the truth, it is not even funny. Only US citizens are "eventually" guaranteed entry into the country. They can be detained and delayed but will be let in. Everyone else, including permanent residents can and have been denied entry in the past. A visa holder has no guaranteed entry. The decision is up to the immigration officer and they can deny entry without giving you a reason. If you know your way around, you can start an appeals process right there, but it is a very convoluted process and almost impossible without prior legal representation arrangement.

Kettlecorn:
Getting a student visa has always been relatively more difficult from Nigeria because of the high level of japa tendencies of our citizens. Adding a pandemic to the mix has only compounded issues. You cannot deny the fact that it is even more difficult with the pandemic. My point is that even when it is clear that conditions are not ideal and the likelihood of being denied is even higher, people are still trying their luck. You have to be smart to succeed. The people that I know that started the online option have the backing of their schools which have already made representation to the State department so that after their first year, they will easily be granted a visa. There are options out there. You will only look desperate if you try to push through now. Level of denial is currently high. Most schools are operating remotely even when on campus so what is the benefit of going there in person?
Even visiting friends and family is a long shot and trying your luck. How can you justify a vacation when you need to quarantine for 10 days upon entry? The official policy is that only essential travel is encouraged. The only people guaranteed entry are citizens and permanent residents and they are subject to testing and quarantine.

quincynyc:
Lol it is well o May God help us. Any idea on d Canada own then? Is it d same process with birthing in the States?

quincynyc:
So this their rule still stands? I thought it was reversed & part of the executive order Pres Biden signed o.
I have a family friend who is considering birthing in the states or Canada. Make them pity us Na

damkanlinsin:
Please how do I go about this. I have filled out the new DS 160 with the help of my old printed application form and I have updated it. Do I still need to update it when booking appointments

sandraigho:
My cousin went today and was denied.
The CO tackled her as she had a baby in the US 2yrs ago and got a discount from the hospital.
She has a very good travel history and this was her 3rd time renewing her US visa

emeldamicheals:
Abuja or Lagos?
Is this her first time of renewing after that baby she had 2 years ago?

Was this in Lagos or Abuja?

What is her reason for applying for visa now?

Which state did she give birth? And how much did she pay for birthing?

Maybe if you can get a transcript (details of how the interview went, the questions and her responses) may help us dissect it better.








quote author=sandraigho post=98477019]My cousin went today and was denied.
The CO tackled her as she had a baby in the US 2yrs ago and got a discount from the hospital.
She has a very good travel history and this was her 3rd time renewing her US visa

damkanlinsin:
Please i need help here ooo

my job and some other situation has changed and i want to apply for a visa so i want to update that in my DS160 but not seeing it pleas who can help me out

rexericx:
Its has increased its now #67,200

They now use #420 ×$160 officially for b1b2 and students visa

Hazardd:
pls how much is visa application now

Zinzar:
Hello Customised87,

I had my first child in texas and I am due in June but i tried to renew my visa but it says on the website they are only granting interview on emergency ground. Please how do I go about my application? Thank you

mom2015:
Oh yes I do, why did u ask?

mom2015:
Happy new year Mamas and Papas! May this year favor us all. Amen.

Congratulations to the new moms and dads.

I’m expecting my third child ����������and tot to check on the group as usual. Nairaland has been a great tool for my first and second.

Abeg may-June moms preparing to travel please raise ur hands ooo. I need a planning buddy. Just got some information about a place in Texas that’s totally different from the places we’re used to.

Any one who knows about delivery information in San Angelo tx should please holla or dm me. Any information will be highly appreciated.

Anyone willing to share accomodation/ information about affordable accomodation will be highly appreciated, the cheapest I got was $850.

Wish us all safe delivery���

I Dey salute our ancestors... let’s make this page busy and interesting again!!

Tolakin:
So please how did the interview go?
And do you have any idea what the intended purpose of travel was?

Damizy233:
ME- am going to Ashland university Ohio to purse my bachelors degree in business and commerce

VO-when did you finish your undergraduate

ME-2012 and after that I went to bleep polytechnic for my national diploma in business administration

VO- what have you been doing since then

ME- I work at bleep business solutions as a administrative officer

VO- who is sponsoring you

ME-My step brother, who is a general merchandise and work as a contractor for the government

VO- are you married

ME-No

VO -kids

ME-No

VO-have you travel out

ME -No

Please house where have I go wrong here