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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Friedpotato: 1:27am On Apr 01, 2021
Victoriaog:
Appointment date: May 19
Program start date: May 24

Considering the closeness, pls do you think it might pose as an issue. what can I do and that was the only available date
I had my interview a day to my resumption. some others had it within a week after their resumption and still got approved. you have no problem at all. but to avoid the worst case scenario, collect an extension letter from your school.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by prodigy20: 1:58am On Apr 01, 2021
cabayes:
qq
Choose a better school

What's wrong with that one exactly?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by babes123: 3:55am On Apr 01, 2021
Thank you peeps for the rich information here and all the ppl that volunteer ti make it happen.
I need help pls. My school sent my 120 for fall 2021admission to fill and return with bank statement in dollars .

Q1. Its only naira acc that i have in 3 dufferent banks and they can not give me acc stmt in dollars. Question is what options do I have? And the issue of 3 different accs, do I move them to one or its ok to send the 3 different accs.

Q2. Pls I have dépendants who r not following me immediately but will likely do before the end of the programme. Should i fill their details in the 120 now?

Q3. Can i renew my passport wc is to expire by Nov 2021 as my course starts in Aug2021

Thanks and awaiting ur prompt response
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Dot1(m): 5:34am On Apr 01, 2021
Hello friends. I have two admissions, one is a bachelor degree in computer science and the other a master degree in computer science from different universities. My undergraduate degree in Nigeria is not in science so I am making a switch. I have the following questions and will appreciate your help.

1. Which of my admissions do you think I should go to my interview with? I was thinking of going with a masters degree but careful since my first degree here is in Art.
2. The school that gave me graduate admission waived GRE and TOEFL. How often do VOs ask for test scores?
3. Without GRE or TOEFL, can I tell the VO that they were waived because of covid since most schools did?
4. Does it matter that I have been denied a visiting visa in the past?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 6:16am On Apr 01, 2021
Good morning. I finally blocked a date. Pls can someone forward their transcript with recently asked qiestions to me and what necessary documents do i need to go with for the interview. Thanks.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by May93: 6:38am On Apr 01, 2021
Malone122:

Hello everyone so some of us are experiencing the same issue of not seeing any dates on our CGI profile, I created a GC where we can rub minds together if dates pop up.
PM me or Heyjessay if you are experiencing this issue so We can add y’all
Best regards

Hi, please I sent you a message.I’ll like to be added to the group
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by ChinmaRoxy(f): 7:26am On Apr 01, 2021
Good morning and happy new month to everyone.. Please, I want to know how many times one could log into cgf account in a day to check for available interview dates. Any penalty attached when checked severally in a day? Please, do not overlook my question. Thanks.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 7:40am On Apr 01, 2021
babes123:
Thank you peeps for the rich information here and all the ppl that volunteer ti make it happen.
I need help pls. My school sent my 120 for fall 2021admission to fill and return with bank statement in dollars .

Q1. Its only naira acc that i have in 3 dufferent banks and they can not give me acc stmt in dollars. Question is what options do I have? And the issue of 3 different accs, do I move them to one or its ok to send the 3 different accs.

Q2. Pls I have dépendants who r not following me immediately but will likely do before the end of the programme. Should i fill their details in the 120 now?

Q3. Can i renew my passport wc is to expire by Nov 2021 as my course starts in Aug2021

Thanks and awaiting ur prompt response

Q1. I think you should send your Naira account statement to them, with an email explaining that you can’t get your statement in dollars and the equivalent of $1 in Naira.

Q2. If you fill their I-20’s now, I think their Living expenses will be added to your I-20 now(I’m not really sure), so I don’t think you should get it now.

Q3. You need to renew your passport now because when applying for visa, your passport must be at least 6 months to expiration. Since you’re yet to get your I-20, your interview date might likely fall in June or July which is less than 6 months to expiration.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 7:43am On Apr 01, 2021
ChinmaRoxy:
Good morning and happy new month to everyone.. Please, I want to know how many times one could log into cgf account in a day to check for available interview dates. Any penalty attached when checked severally in a day? Please, do not overlook my question. Thanks.
from experience I’ve checked up to 6 times a day but I lost count
If you check multiple times always they would block you out for 72 hours

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 7:45am On Apr 01, 2021
Dot1:
Hello friends. I have two admissions, one is a bachelor degree in computer science and the other a master degree in computer science from different universities. My undergraduate degree in Nigeria is not in science so I am making a switch. I have the following questions and will appreciate your help.

1. Which of my admissions do you think I should go to my interview with? I was thinking of going with a masters degree but careful since my first degree here is in Art.
2. The school that gave me graduate admission waived GRE and TOEFL. How often do VOs ask for test scores?
3. Without GRE or TOEFL, can I tell the VO that they were waived because of covid since most schools did?
4. Does it matter that I have been denied a visiting visa in the past?

1. I can’t really answer this question explicitly, but IMO going to the embassy with either admission depends on you age(if UG) and how well you can convince the VO about the change of degree.

2. On a scale of 0-10, let’s say a 5.

3. Yes, you most certainly can and should.

4. It doesn’t matter, just make sure you indicate the denial on your ds-160 form.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 7:49am On Apr 01, 2021
chubynwammuo:
Good morning. I finally blocked a date. Pls can someone forward their transcript with recently asked qiestions to me and what necessary documents do i need to go with for the interview. Thanks.

No one will do this for you, you can check through the previous pages for transcript especially between October to January.

NigPatriot:


For your preparation, kindly go through this thread https://www.nairaland.com/5233208/general-usa-student-visa-enquiries-part

It contains past transcripts of many F1 applicants. Look at the approvals and learn from the denials too. Practice and gain confidence, but have it at the back of your mind that not everyone gets the visa at first trial, some finally do get it after their 4th attempt - knowing this will relieve tension and not make it look like a do or die affair for you.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 7:51am On Apr 01, 2021
ChinmaRoxy:
Good morning and happy new month to everyone.. Please, I want to know how many times one could log into cgf account in a day to check for available interview dates. Any penalty attached when checked severally in a day? Please, do not overlook my question. Thanks.

It is between 4-5 times, if you exceed this, you will be banned for 72 hours and don’t try to log in if the 72 hours is not complete the timer will start again.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Dot1(m): 8:02am On Apr 01, 2021
PotentialNurse:


1. I can’t really answer this question explicitly, but IMO going to the embassy with either admission depends on you age(if UG) and how well you can convince the VO about the change of degree.

2. On a scale of 0-10, let’s say a 5.

3. Yes, you most certainly can and should.

4. It doesn’t matter, just make sure you indicate the denial on your ds-160 form.

I am 22. Is that too old to do a second bachelor degree or would going to the embassy with a graduate degree better?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Ononyenemezu: 8:08am On Apr 01, 2021
ManLikeMosh:
Hello
Please try to confirm if Russia is accepting applications from the embassy before you apply. The Schengen space was restricted since January.

It’s a bit tricky. There are no appointment dates here and they are rarely available. However given the travel restrictions, it’s the best option for me.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by urchdiya(f): 8:10am On Apr 01, 2021
Hello guys.... Please I have 2 questions

1. If I cancel a scheduled appointment, will my visa fee still be valid to use in scheduling another appointment?

2. If closer dates open up aside the date I currently scheduled, will it still show on my cgfi account by the side as before I scheduled an appointment?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by ChinmaRoxy(f): 8:19am On Apr 01, 2021
PotentialNurse:

Thank you so much!!!! Please, permit me to ask you another question. My school is resuming in August and I really need to get an early interview because of a particular reason. I have not chosen any date yet because the available date for Abuja is 18th of August. I am waiting to see if there would be available early dates so that even if I select one, I can still reschedule for the second time if an earlier date pops out. I am a bit confused right now because the date keeps changing. It was 10th August the first time I checked but it is now 18th August for Abuja. Please, I will be grateful if you clarify me on this. I can't get any answers on the internet. Thanks.

It is between 4-5 times, if you exceed this, you will be banned for 72 hours and don’t try to log in if the 72 hours is not complete the timer will start again.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 8:28am On Apr 01, 2021
urchdiya:
Hello guys.... Please I have 2 questions

1. If I cancel a scheduled appointment, will my visa fee still be valid to use in scheduling another appointment?

2. If closer dates open up aside the date I currently scheduled, will it still show on my cgfi account by the side as before I scheduled an appointment?
If you cancel once yes you can book again one last time

And also
If you have already scheduled a date you cannot see next available dates again on your profile
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Ononyenemezu: 8:42am On Apr 01, 2021
horlahsunbo225:

Waiting for my admission from ISU

I hope it’d be good news.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 8:52am On Apr 01, 2021
Dot1:


I am 22. Is that too old to do a second bachelor degree or would going to the embassy with a graduate degree better?

You’re not too old for a bachelor’s degree. Check the transcripts between October to January, there was someone who got there visa six years after leaving high school.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 8:56am On Apr 01, 2021
urchdiya:
Hello guys.... Please I have 2 questions

1. If I cancel a scheduled appointment, will my visa fee still be valid to use in scheduling another appointment?

2. If closer dates open up aside the date I currently scheduled, will it still show on my cgfi account by the side as before I scheduled an appointment?

1. It would still be valid if you haven’t canceled an appointment before.

2. If you haven’t canceled your appointment before, you will see a reschedule appointment button at the top left corner of your cgi portal, click on the button to see available date. Whenever you see a favourable date and you click on it, your appointment will be rescheduled.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 8:59am On Apr 01, 2021
[quote author=ChinmaRoxy post=100381731][/quote]

The available dates usually fluctuates as a result of people picking the dates. Keep monitoring the page(without exceeding the limits), more dates(closer ones) are sure to pop up.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by omofolajomi: 9:18am On Apr 01, 2021
Good morning Amazing people.

Thanks for your contributions so far, my interview is in few weeks and i will appreciate if you can help me go through my proposed Transcript.
Course of study - Business Administration (master's degree)
School - University of Michigan Dearborn
Scholarship- None

VO - Good morning
ME- Good morning sir (with a smile)
VO - pass me your I20 and passport
ME - Here you go sir
VO- where are you going in the US?
ME - I am going to the University of Michigan Dearborn for my Masters in business administration.
VO - How many schools did you apply too?
ME - i applied to 3 universities
VO - How many gave you an admission
ME - 2, which are University of Michigan Dearborn and The Lincoln University oakland California.
VO - Why university of Michigan?
ME - i choose the university of michigan because 1. According to the princeton review the university of michigan dearborn has emerged as the best business school for 2021, the 12th consecutive year. Not just that the school is well known for its research opportunities with renowned professors i will be priviledged to work with, going through the faculty webpage i discovered an ongoing research with professor Ted London on the evaluation of international monetary fund loan policy on developing economy a case study of African and Asian Economy. The university of michigan also offered me an admission into business administration and management with a minor in international business coupled with courses tailored towards my career aspiration.
VO - what is this research about?
ME- basically this research is about the adverse effect of the IMF loan policy on developing economy talking about 1. The conditionality 2. Perspective 3. Structure 4. Operating policy and 5. Lending policy
This research will also help us to discover if the western countries (i.e developed countries) are using the funds to control the economy of developing nation.
VO - why do you want to study in the US
ME - well the united state of america remains the number one country in the world when it comes to innovation, technology and most especially business. Studying in the US will expose me to research opportunities which can not be achieved here in Nigeria. It will also help increase my chances of joining reputable financial organization in Nigeria when i return to pursue my career as an economist analyst.
VO - why not Nigeria your country
ME- having had my undergraduate studies here in Nigeria, i can categorically say that the nigeria school curiculum focuses more on the theorectical aspect of learning and does not offer hands on research opportunities that give detailed knowledge on my preffered course. Studying in a developed country like the US is not just going to give me the classroom knowlege that i need but also world business research experience in form of field work that is imperative to the course of my study.
VO - have you ever travelled out of Nigeria?
ME - No i haven't had a reason too.
VO - what will the program do for you?
ME - in line with what i currently do as a sales and account officer responsible for the management of client and also interest of the organization i work for. This program will help me acquire the needed knowledge and experience needed for me to be successful as an economist analyst, which will inturn prepare me for a career path as a consultant where i would be consulting for both the private and public sector on economic related issues.
VO - who is your sponsor.
ME - My mom is my sponsor
VO - what does your mom do?
ME - my mum runs about 3 business, she has a supermarket, a clithing stor le and food distribution store. She has about 9 staffs working for her.

Please i really need your honest opinion.
I am so sorry its lengthy but i will appreciate your contribution.

Thanks
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by ChinmaRoxy(f): 9:52am On Apr 01, 2021
PotentialNurse:

I really appreciate ur responses. I will Keep checking without exceeding the limits. Thanks.

The available dates usually fluctuates as a result of people picking the dates. Keep monitoring the page(without exceeding the limits), more dates(closer ones) are sure to pop up.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Muleriders: 10:09am On Apr 01, 2021
Dot1:
Hello friends. I have two admissions, one is a bachelor degree in computer science and the other a master degree in computer science from different universities. My undergraduate degree in Nigeria is not in science so I am making a switch. I have the following questions and will appreciate your help.

1. Which of my admissions do you think I should go to my interview with? I was thinking of going with a masters degree but careful since my first degree here is in Art.
2. The school that gave me graduate admission waived GRE and TOEFL. How often do VOs ask for test scores?
3. Without GRE or TOEFL, can I tell the VO that they were waived because of covid since most schools did?
4. Does it matter that I have been denied a visiting visa in the past?


Why waste another 4 years for bachelors when you can spend two years in masters? Shorter duration, reduced funds and higher degree?.

Your first degree doesn't determine your graduate studies. Most schools in the US will admit from any UG discipline, you will only have to do few pre-requisite courses before starting your graduate courses which is way better, cheaper, easier, faster and more convenient than starting bachelors from scratch.

I had my UG as chemistry, switched to MBA at graduate level and all I did was to take UG pre-requisites in 5 courses before starting my masters courses.

2. Explain it the exact way to the V.O, " it was waived by the school"

3. If you school waived it, tell the VO the same when asked.

4. It doesn't matter. Alot of people have been denied multiple times before getting the visa

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Muleriders: 10:15am On Apr 01, 2021
chubynwammuo:
Good morning. I finally blocked a date. Pls can someone forward their transcript with recently asked qiestions to me and what necessary documents do i need to go with for the interview. Thanks.

Forward transcript?, how?.

If you need transcript, read through the thread and previous parts. I'm not sure anyone will be free sending you transcripts.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by emmanuelle27: 10:31am On Apr 01, 2021
What's the name of your school for Ms?, is it a private University? I want to check something
Dot1:
Hello friends. I have two admissions, one is a bachelor degree in computer science and the other a master degree in computer science from different universities. My undergraduate degree in Nigeria is not in science so I am making a switch. I have the following questions and will appreciate your help.

1. Which of my admissions do you think I should go to my interview with? I was thinking of going with a masters degree but careful since my first degree here is in Art.
2. The school that gave me graduate admission waived GRE and TOEFL. How often do VOs ask for test scores?
3. Without GRE or TOEFL, can I tell the VO that they were waived because of covid since most schools did?
4. Does it matter that I have been denied a visiting visa in the past?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by bukoso: 12:18pm On Apr 01, 2021
I[quote author=Ononyenemezu post=100373942]

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 ?[/quote

I got admitted there b ut without funding so I am headed to Louisiana State University
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Rudy23: 12:50pm On Apr 01, 2021
Hi guys; thanks for the information shared on this platform. I have 2 questions to ask :
Do i need to pay my sevis fee before the visa application fee?
Is it possible to use someone's gtb account to pay the visa fee or i will have to go to the bank ?
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 12:52pm On Apr 01, 2021
Rudy23:
Hi guys; thanks for the information shared on this platform. I have 2 questions to ask :
Do i need to pay my sevis fee before the visa application fee?
Is it possible to use someone's gtb account to pay the visa fee or i will have to go to the bank ?
You can pay your visa fee first before sevis
And you can also use someone’s GTB to pay they would send the receipt to his or her mail if you use the app

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Heyjessay: 1:48pm On Apr 01, 2021
Rudy23:
Hi guys; thanks for the information shared on this platform. I have 2 questions to ask :
Do i need to pay my sevis fee before the visa application fee?
Is it possible to use someone's gtb account to pay the visa fee or i will have to go to the bank ?

just make sure you have sevis payment reciept 3 working days before your interview

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by tracker01(m): 2:09pm On Apr 01, 2021
Hello Guys! Thanks to everyone who has been rendering help to this group. May the Lord continue to bless you Guys.
Please I have some challenges with my visa application(DS-160). I will be grateful if anyone can guide me on it.
You can drop your number or email so that I can reach out to you.


Thanks
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Jossyphem(m): 2:31pm On Apr 01, 2021
Please, If you see any recent dates (around may, June and July) on your dashboard (Abuja embassy) please share With me (WhatsApp: 08130563068) so I can book. Thanks. God bless.

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