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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Ray2018: 6:18pm On Jun 16, 2021
(1) Please what are the chances if I use myself as the sponsor, I have a 30k deficit and I want to use my account statement and also I can make use of my mums account statement for proof of funds. My chances are better with which of the account statements?

(2) Do I need to state my job as a CEO during my interview ? OR i should state I work for a company? Please what is the best option?

(3) what conversion rate should I use for proof of funds?

Thanks

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Evergeen22: 7:03pm On Jun 16, 2021
Hello everyone, please I didn't want to use my uncles statement of account for the I 20, the money was transferred to my account and I ve printed the statement, please how long can it stay in my account before I send it back to him ? Can I still use it for the interview after sending it back to him, for some reasons, he didn't want me to get his Usa account statement
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Tylerbaby: 7:17pm On Jun 16, 2021
Evergeen22:
Hello everyone, please I didn't want to use my uncles statement of account for the I 20, the money was transferred to my account and I ve printed the statement, please how long can it stay in my account before I send it back to him ? Can I still use it for the interview after sending it back to him, for some reasons, he didn't want me to get his Usa account statement
You should have just used your Uncle's account like that. Now, you'd raise extra scrutiny. VOs frown at lump sum payments made in bank accounts. They already assumed that after the interview you'd return the money back to the owner. In which in this case, they'll be right.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by adeyusuf2000: 7:22pm On Jun 16, 2021
Childofthemosth:
Hi Everyone,
Someone is trying to help me make my SEVIS payment at a Western Union office but they keep asking for Name of the person the money is going to.
I told them that they are to write SEVIS FEE in account name but they said no. What am I supposed to write there please? It's urgent, the person is still at the office

Make use of the details in the screenshot below. Please let me know if you are able to pay via western union.

Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Vahn: 7:56pm On Jun 16, 2021
lanrywatt:
Dm me bro.. got Pittsburgh too
awaiting your reply
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by lanrywatt(m): 8:06pm On Jun 16, 2021
I have tried but didn't get your mail..I sent you a DM already too

Vahn:
awaiting your reply
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by lanrywatt(m): 8:07pm On Jun 16, 2021
Thanks

pebes:
Please look for schools with cheaper COA.
Why will you want to go to a community school and still have a deficit of $33k
WIU is cheap with a COA of $23k
you can google universities with cheap tuition for international students
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Evergeen22: 8:22pm On Jun 16, 2021
Tylerbaby:
You should have just used your Uncle's account like that. Now, you'd raise extra scrutiny. VOs frown at lump sum payments made in bank accounts. They already assumed that after the interview you'd return the money back to the owner. In which in this case, they'll be right.


Nope, my account already has some money in it and the payment was over two weeks, he didn't pay it in once
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by itsdollyp: 8:42pm On Jun 16, 2021
hello guys.. quick question. my start date for my classes shows 9th of June and my interview is tomorrow. is this going to be a problem when I'm going to be interviewed.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Tayoade19: 9:11pm On Jun 16, 2021
statemanui:
Hello Guys,

Please I need your input on an issue.

I used my uncle's business account for SOA with a sponsorship letter signed by him.

Only for me to receive my I-20 stating his company's name as my sponsor.

Now I am at a cross road as I don't know if I should put my uncle name's or his company's name as sponsor on the DS-160 form?

Thanks guys in anticipation of your response.


If the account bears the name of your uncle, you will need to contact the school for an ammended i20

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Tayoade19: 9:20pm On Jun 16, 2021
Tobzzzty:
When they ask Person/Entity Paying for Your Trip on DS-160 form. Do they mean I should put my Funding details like all my sponsors. Or does it mean who is paying for just my flight tickets?

I selected Self because I thought it was about the flight trips. My sponsor is my dad and uncle.

1. Please will this be an issue during the interview?
2. What should I do since I have already submitted my DS160, paid and already booked for a visa appointment with this error.

Please I would appreciate a response. I am just confused.

It's ok, don't bother yourself
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Tayoade19: 9:24pm On Jun 16, 2021
Malone122:

Refill a new ds160 and correct the error with the person sponsoring the education (dad/ uncle )
Then update the new ds160 number on your CGI profile
Do this 3 days before the interview at most

There is no question like who is sponsoring your education on DS160 form, the question on DS160 is, who is paying for your trip with options like self/person/entity, however,if you choose self, it's not out of place.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by walepepe21: 10:04pm On Jun 16, 2021
ife92:
i had my visa interview on 10th of June around 8am in Lagos.
COA : $35000
Deficit : $22400
Kindly see transcript below :

Me : Good Morning & How are you today?

V. O : Replies ( and i passed him my passport and i-20 as requested)
V.O : I can see you are going for Computer and Information Science
Me : Yes
V.O : What do you do currently.
Me : I work as a ***** Engineer in ***** a leading FinTech company in Africa
V.O : What is your undergraduate degree?
Me : ****** Engineering
V.O : What do you do as a ***** Engineer?
Me : I explained
V.O : How did you hear about the course?
Me : I did an extensive research online using usnews.com, studyusa.com, i streamlined my search to schools that matches my academic profile , work experience and future career goal.
V.O : Who is sponsoring you?
Me : My Cousin

Next thing , he just gave me the blue paper.
I have not even explained, he didn't ask for any documents, nothing.

Kindly advise as i'm confused on what to do next
I have paid for another visa fee but i still don't know what went wrong even though the guy was just giving blue paper that thursday morning.

Please guys help me, thanks.


So sorry about your denial today , you will surely get it in your next attempt. But Just imagine how detailed you’re not and you said you need a help? How will those that intend helping you figure out your mistakes for you?

I think it’s onus on you to share your full transcript in what actually transpired between you and the VO so that people here can have a proper assessment about your denial/quagmire. Thank you and I wish you well in your next attempt tongue

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by walepepe21: 10:11pm On Jun 16, 2021
Saucedaddy:


Bro congratulations but please how can i contact fairheart i have my F-1 VISA Interview coming up and i was told to reach him for guidances

I don’t know how you can reach out to him please.

Thank you !

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Girlbestfriend(f): 10:35pm On Jun 16, 2021
Evergeen22:
Hello everyone, please I didn't want to use my uncles statement of account for the I 20, the money was transferred to my account and I ve printed the statement, please how long can it stay in my account before I send it back to him ? Can I still use it for the interview after sending it back to him, for some reasons, he didn't want me to get his Usa account statement

If you can't find an alternative sponsor, Tailor your reply towards "gift deeds". Make it very convincing.
Tell the VO how you're your uncle's favourite niece/nephew and how your uncle has been a part of this journey and how he gave you the money when he learnt about the admission...
Your confidences/delivery of this info will be the deciding factor sha..

if you had actually gone back to other parts of this thread, you would have seen something of this kind__Goodluck!!!..

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Girlbestfriend(f): 10:40pm On Jun 16, 2021
itsdollyp:
hello guys.. quick question. my start date for my classes shows 9th of June and my interview is tomorrow. is this going to be a problem when I'm going to be interviewed.

I don't think so. There was a guy in January who went for interview days after his resumption date and he was approved.....

Don't be scared, just do your part by PREPARING and working on your confidence level__Above all, PRAY.

Go forth and get that Visa. Amen.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Girlbestfriend(f): 10:45pm On Jun 16, 2021
walepepe21:


So sorry about your denial today , you will surely get it in your next attempt. But Just imagine how detailed you’re not and you said you need a help? How will those that intend helping you figure out your mistakes for you?

I think it’s onus on you to share your full transcript in what actually transpired between you and the VO so that people here can have a proper assessment about your denial/quagmire. Thank you and I wish you well in your next attempt tongue

When I first read the transcript, what came to mind was No enthusiasm ___then again, it could just be him writing from a place of disappointment.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by goodguygonebad: 10:53pm On Jun 16, 2021
Have you fixed your problem?

Most of the workers at the western union shops no sabi this thing.

Ask your contact if he can reach Walgreens. On my last visit there, I filled in all the details myself.

adeyusuf2000:


Make use of the details in the screenshot below. Please let me know if you are able to pay via western union.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Girlbestfriend(f): 10:55pm On Jun 16, 2021
Those of you going for Visa interview tomorrow, I beg you in the name of God, don't go with a pessimistic mindset__Go with the mindset of "My passport no go follow me come house tomorrow"

Remove every negative thoughts from your mind. PRAY, PRAY and PRAY. Our prayers are with you also. We want to be able to use your success story as a point of contact__for God that did so so and so's own will do my own ....

Don't forget to practice one last time before going to bed. Don't forget to go through your transcript one more time before going out there tomorrow.

God be with you all. Amen.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Omonikansoso: 11:00pm On Jun 16, 2021
Annie26:



The school is not RECOGNISED BY CFA

What is CFA
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Imustreturn(m): 11:03pm On Jun 16, 2021
Guys please how do one send transcript to WES?

PLEASE I NEED THE PROCESS.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by walepepe21: 11:03pm On Jun 16, 2021
Girlbestfriend:


When I first read the transcript, what came to mind was No enthusiasm ___then again, it could just be him writing from a place of disappointment.

Oh !!! That’s true.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Hassany4u(m): 11:26pm On Jun 16, 2021
Malone122:
book a date first before the option to request emergency becomes available

Pls I want to know if this will be a problem during interview. The name on my i-20 is abiola nelson emmanuel while my names on my other documents are Emmanuel nelson abiola the spellings are correct but the arrangement is wrong.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Childofthemosth(f): 11:40pm On Jun 16, 2021
Thank you all for your responses.

Person who is helping me pay is currently in Europe, he went to Western Union office and was told he can't input *SEVISFEE* as company name. They said payment has to be made directly to a person not company or organisation.
I told Him I was only provided those details on the SEVIS print out.

Issue has not been fixed, I don't think he can access any Walgreens

goodguygonebad:
Have you fixed your problem?

Most of the workers at the western union shops no sabi this thing.

Ask your contact if he can reach Walgreens. On my last visit there, I filled in all the details myself.

Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Ray2018: 11:53pm On Jun 16, 2021
(1) Please what are the chances if I use myself as the sponsor, I have a 30k deficit and I want to use my account statement and also I can make use of my mums account statement for proof of funds. My chances are better with which of the account statements?

(2) Do I need to state my job as a CEO during my interview ? OR i should state I work for a company? Please what is the best option?

(3) what conversion rate should I use for proof of funds?

Thanks
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Nobody: 11:57pm On Jun 16, 2021
Hassany4u:


Pls I want to know if this will be a problem during interview. The name on my i-20 is abiola nelson emmanuel while my names on my other documents are Emmanuel nelson abiola the spellings are correct but the arrangement is wrong.
it won’t
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Tylerbaby: 12:06am On Jun 17, 2021
Childofthemosth:
Thank you all for your responses.

Person who is helping me pay is currently in Europe, he went to Western Union office and was told he can't input *SEVISFEE* as company name. They said payment has to be made directly to a person not company or organisation.
I told Him I was only provided those details on the SEVIS print out.

Issue has not been fixed, I don't think he can access any Walgreens

My advise is to look for someone in the US to make payment for you. I faced same challenge when a friend in Scotland wanted to make payment for me. They had no idea about payment of SEVIS fee.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by fantabulous08: 12:19am On Jun 17, 2021
Girlbestfriend:
Those of you going for Visa interview tomorrow, I beg you in the name of God, don't go with a pessimistic mindset__Go with the mindset of "My passport no go follow me come house tomorrow"

Remove every negative thoughts from your mind. PRAY, PRAY and PRAY. Our prayers are with you also. We want to be able to use your success story as a point of contact__for God that did so so and so's own will do my own ....

Don't forget to practice one last time before going to bed. Don't forget to go through your transcript one more time before going out there tomorrow.

I wish you all GOODLUCK�

God be with you all. Amen.
Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by Patsido: 12:22am On Jun 17, 2021
VISA APPROVED.
June 16, 2021.

All glory and Adoration to him who is able to do much more than we can ever ask or imagine.

This is my 3 Attempt. First was October 19, 2020 with my 9 yr old daughter at Lagos ( Florida State University, Tallahassee. Scholarship $15,000). Second Attempt, I applied alone December 2, 2020 at Abuja( Florida State University).

Third Attempt today June 16, 2021 ( Abuja). I applied with my 6 month old baby and 9 years old daughter. I couldn't imagine leaving her behind.
Appointment was for 8am. Got to the Embassy 6.45am. The rush of those hustlers at the embassy is indescribable. No matter what they asked me I just told them am fine and I don't need anything. Abuja Embassy had a lot of applicants today. When I got to the CGI official to arrange my documents, he asked for my passport photographs and it was no where to be found. I was just wondering which Kain local trouble be dis one. He asked me to take another picture for the 3 of us. I had to go back get my phone to retrieve soft copies. They printed for N3,000 after asking for N7500.
My interview finally took place at about 11.30am. I was interviewed by the white lady. They were just a male and female VO. I noticed the female VO was dishing out more approvals than denials.

Funding( Scholarship)- $40,000
Dependents- $13000
Deficit- $31000
Total deficit- $44,000

V.O: pass me your I-20 and passport

Me: Excuse ma'am I stutter sometimes ( �,)

V:O: That's ok

V.O: I see you are going to University of xxxxcx for your masters in Law.

Me: yes ma'am

VO: Are those your only children?

Me: yes ma'am

VO: How old are they?

VO: The baby is 6 months and the other is 9yrs old.

VO: You have been to the US?

Me: yes I got a child birth Visa in October 2017 and we bought our tickets shortly after but lost my pregnancy. We decided to change it to a Christmas vacation so that I can have a change of environment. I have the medical report.

VO: ( she kept nodding her head) and said sorry about that.

V.O: what is your highest qualification?

Me: I graduated with a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Jos in 2003 and proceeded to the Nigerian Law School same year and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2004.

Meanwhile she was reading and typing. I just dey kabash under my face mask. I dey cancel every negative remark on my profile.

VO: what is this masters going to do for you?

Me: Over the years my legal Career has been hinged on my Bachelor's degree and Work experience. I do not have a masters degree and because of the demand for legal pratictioners who are skilled in Nigeria, it has become imperative for me to acquire an advance knowledge in the field of law. This program will equip me with skills and knowledge to negotiate multinational transactions and regulatory framework for foreign trade and investment. This program will also equip me with skills and knowledge to resolve international sales disputes as I will be handling legal issues that arise from Multinational transaction on behalf of my clients in the corporate and commercial setting upon my return to Nigeria. I am also looking to improving my professional credentials so that I can secure a lucrative post in a multinational company in Nigeria.

VO: what have you been doing as a lawyer?

Me: I incorporate new companies, handle post incorporation processes, render legal opinion on my behalf...( She cut me off)

VO: ( she stops typing & starts looking at my I-20). You have a scholarship of $40,000 and the deficit will be taken care of by your husband?

Me: yes

VO: what does he do ?

Me: He is the CEO of xxxxx Nig LTD a furniture company that manufactures metal and wooden furniture for Schools in the Northeast on behalf of UNICEF, Educational Establishments and Individuals.
He also builds living Apartment and office spaces and offers for rent

VO: Ok I will be keeping your passports..... ( I no remember this last part)

Me: I was shocked when she made this statement. I never realized how this denials affected me. I was like approval with my two kids? She didn't ask for statement of account, accommodation , daycare, Evidence of Elementary school for my 9 years old


I already made arrangements for all of the above. I have been asking God to arise for me and he did.

Please if you see Jesus thank him for me. I shed tears of joy that my daughter asked me " Mummy we didn't win again"���

I gained a whole lot from the thread and it's fair that I come here to present my transcript.

Thank you Fairheart, for being so selfless.
Thank you Zeelady for the tips.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by winson4real(m): 12:24am On Jun 17, 2021
I wish everyone well in their endeavors tomorrow! Please stay positive! Baba God go do am.

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Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by TheReaper17: 12:35am On Jun 17, 2021
Hi guys, someone in the US is trying to help me pay my SEVIS fee but the folks at the Western Union outlet she went to insisted that her name has to be the sender's name (and not me that she's paying for). I don't know what the implications are for me. My name is on the coupon that was generated and all. Can I tell the person to proceed or is that gonna be a huge problem? Pls help if you can

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