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Greatkenny2:
Hi guys, please I've been trying to upload my updated i-20 for fall after I created a ticket but it's having issues uploading. Who has experienced something similar? Can I upload it as an image instead of pdf? Please help

Segzy60:
Please, someone should share a link to WhatsApp or telegram visa appointment date search group.

Thank you!

Timshin:
If your refusal wasn't within the last year (12 months from your current appointment) according to the instruction on the portal, I think you should be good. Then if not Chikzy, I think you should just speak to your school at this point, if deferrement would be an option.

Ifemeze:
If you are using a laptop for the upload, change file type option to all files. Otherwise, you can’t upload pdf files

Greatkenny2:
oh thanks i was using a tab. let me try on a laptop.. please do also know how i can update the new ds120 confirmation code on my avits to be able to print out a new appointment letter letter that matches?

Baller234:
No, it wont show. The only way you'll know if it has been approved is when you receive an email stating either approval or denial. Then after you'll be asked to reschedule your appointment.

I haven't heard of anyone being successful with emergency requests.

Ifemeze:
Raise a ticket with Avits and attach the new DS-160 confirmation page. They will change it for you within 2 business days.



Are you in any date search group please?

ADbb:
With this profile, you can apply directly for a fully funded PhD in some universities.

But from all your writeup, you sound very very desperate.
Calm down and do your research thoroughly or email me and we'll discuss your prospects.

Efetobore1980:
Poorman.

1. Yes, your profile is per average to compete as you have combined academic feat or prowess with extracurricular activities, which also places you in the position of future leader or manager ■ either in politics or in the businessworld.

2. Keep exploring the more. Google or direct school websites are in the best positions to give you the current and updated admission information. Keep sending admission query to as many schools as you can.


NB: U.S. schools should have removed Nigeria out of standardized test requirements because I see it as an insult to educated Nigerians. Having studied from Primary school up to University level in pure British English is more than sufficient to understand any American lecturers in the class / lecture room . They may only peg it for competitive scholarships. Anyways, 35% of U.S. institutions have already waived or waiving it. 👍

RealTrump:
Only your i20 n passport is needed at point of interview, everything else Na jara

emmanuelbrown26:
What about POF or statement of account

ADbb:
Please send me a mail instead.

officialchikzy0:
put passport at least 2

Honlucas:
Must you go to the US?
There are other cheap European countries bro .

emmanuelbrown26:
Ok baba, pls do they request for bank statement of aza?

Raph14:
Good day everyone, I’m new here and I need your help.

I recently had my U.S. visa refused under Section 214(b), and I’m currently planning to reapply. I’ve already deferred my admission to Spring 2026 so I can properly address any concerns that may have led to the refusal.

A bit about my background:

I hold a National Diploma in Computer Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (2:1).

I have over 10 years of professional experience working as a System Administrator and IT Support Specialist.

In 2024, I launched my own Cybersecurity and IT startup, which is registered with CAC.

The main reason I’m pursuing a Master’s degree now is because I believe I need advanced knowledge in Cybersecurity to properly scale and lead my company towards the vision I have for it.

I’m single by personal choice and in my early 40s.

My visa interview experience:
I arrived at the embassy around 6:00 a.m. for my 7:00 a.m. appointment. People scheduled for 6:30 and 6:45 a.m. were already being called in, and eventually, those of us with 7:00 a.m. slots were also let in around 6:45.

After the security checks and administrative processing, I joined the queue for the visa interview. It was a tense atmosphere — one of the officers at Window 3, a young man likely in his early 30s, seemed very strict and was issuing a lot of refusals. I was really hoping not to end up at his window.

Thankfully, I was directed to a female officer, who had just interviewed and approved a woman who needed an interpreter. However, before me, I also saw her issue several refusals.

When it was finally my turn, the interview felt rushed. I tried to present my case clearly, but I wasn’t asked many follow-up questions. In the end, I was handed a blue refusal sheet under 214(b).

Transcript:
F-1 Visa Refused.
Attempt: First time
Interview date: June 30, 2025
Interview Time: 7:00am
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
George Washington University.
MSc in Cybersecurity.

Me: Good morning, officer.

VO: Good morning.

Me: How are you doing, Ma?

VO: Pass me your passport.

I placed my passport and I-20 in the tray. She scanned my passport.

VO: You were refused a Canadian visa in 2024?
Me: No, ma, in 2023 and 2024, I was refused a Canada Visa. The refusal was due to insufficient funds, as noted in the IRCC letters. However, my financial situation has since improved. I now have a merit scholarship from George Washington University, and I’m on paid study leave from my current employer.

VO: I see you’re going to GWU for a Master’s in Cybersecurity in computer science.

Me: Yes, ma’am. I’m going for my master’s in Cybersecurity in Computer Science to gain global exposure, and this course will equip me with advanced skills in cybersecurity—both technical and strategic, so I can better protect digital assets, respond to threats, and lead cybersecurity projects. Once I am done with the program, I plan to return to my current employer to take on senior roles.

NB: The reason I didn’t stop at simply answering “Yes” was because I had observed her while she interviewed others. She rarely asked more than three questions, and by the third, she usually seemed to have made up her mind. That’s why I decided to include information about my ties to home, just in case she didn’t ask any follow-up questions.

VO: Who is funding your education?

Me: Thank you for that question, officer. I received a merit scholarship from GWU covering my tuition—$xxxx, "My deficit is $25,000 after the scholarship". I have personal savings XX amount and study leave salary from current employer of xx amount to cover my living expenses, books and health.

At this point, she interrupted with “OK” and she stood up, moved away briefly like someone that want to stretch her body, and returned. I offered to show my bank statement, study leave approval from employer and scholarship documents, but she said it wasn’t necessary.

As I attempted to continue, she said, “Thank you for applying for a U.S. visa,” and initially picked up a white sheet, but then switched to the blue refusal sheet and said, “I’m refusing your visa. The blue sheet explains all the details.”


The whole experience was emotionally draining — watching people get denied one after the other while waiting for your turn is not easy.

Raph14:
Good day everyone, I’m new here and I need your help.

I recently had my U.S. visa refused under Section 214(b), and I’m currently planning to reapply. I’ve already deferred my admission to Spring 2026 so I can properly address any concerns that may have led to the refusal.

A bit about my background:

I hold a National Diploma in Computer Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (2:1).

I have over 10 years of professional experience working as a System Administrator and IT Support Specialist.

In 2024, I launched my own Cybersecurity and IT startup, which is registered with CAC.

The main reason I’m pursuing a Master’s degree now is because I believe I need advanced knowledge in Cybersecurity to properly scale and lead my company towards the vision I have for it.

I’m single by personal choice and in my early 40s.

My visa interview experience:
I arrived at the embassy around 6:00 a.m. for my 7:00 a.m. appointment. People scheduled for 6:30 and 6:45 a.m. were already being called in, and eventually, those of us with 7:00 a.m. slots were also let in around 6:45.

After the security checks and administrative processing, I joined the queue for the visa interview. It was a tense atmosphere — one of the officers at Window 3, a young man likely in his early 30s, seemed very strict and was issuing a lot of refusals. I was really hoping not to end up at his window.

Thankfully, I was directed to a female officer, who had just interviewed and approved a woman who needed an interpreter. However, before me, I also saw her issue several refusals.

When it was finally my turn, the interview felt rushed. I tried to present my case clearly, but I wasn’t asked many follow-up questions. In the end, I was handed a blue refusal sheet under 214(b).

Transcript:
F-1 Visa Refused.
Attempt: First time
Interview date: June 30, 2025
Interview Time: 7:00am
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
George Washington University.
MSc in Cybersecurity.

Me: Good morning, officer.

VO: Good morning.

Me: How are you doing, Ma?

VO: Pass me your passport.

I placed my passport and I-20 in the tray. She scanned my passport.

VO: You were refused a Canadian visa in 2024?
Me: No, ma, in 2023 and 2024, I was refused a Canada Visa. The refusal was due to insufficient funds, as noted in the IRCC letters. However, my financial situation has since improved. I now have a merit scholarship from George Washington University, and I’m on paid study leave from my current employer.

VO: I see you’re going to GWU for a Master’s in Cybersecurity in computer science.

Me: Yes, ma’am. I’m going for my master’s in Cybersecurity in Computer Science to gain global exposure, and this course will equip me with advanced skills in cybersecurity—both technical and strategic, so I can better protect digital assets, respond to threats, and lead cybersecurity projects. Once I am done with the program, I plan to return to my current employer to take on senior roles.

NB: The reason I didn’t stop at simply answering “Yes” was because I had observed her while she interviewed others. She rarely asked more than three questions, and by the third, she usually seemed to have made up her mind. That’s why I decided to include information about my ties to home, just in case she didn’t ask any follow-up questions.

VO: Who is funding your education?

Me: Thank you for that question, officer. I received a merit scholarship from GWU covering my tuition—$xxxx, "My deficit is $25,000 after the scholarship". I have personal savings XX amount and study leave salary from current employer of xx amount to cover my living expenses, books and health.

At this point, she interrupted with “OK” and she stood up, moved away briefly like someone that want to stretch her body, and returned. I offered to show my bank statement, study leave approval from employer and scholarship documents, but she said it wasn’t necessary.

As I attempted to continue, she said, “Thank you for applying for a U.S. visa,” and initially picked up a white sheet, but then switched to the blue refusal sheet and said, “I’m refusing your visa. The blue sheet explains all the details.”


The whole experience was emotionally draining — watching people get denied one after the other while waiting for your turn is not easy.

dalobaba:
should I fill in my NIN into my DS 160? Or should I just click “does not apply”

Ifemeze:
Please does anyone know how I can generate a new MRV deposit slip when the old payment is still reflecting on the system.

Pekela:
Good morning guys

please I will sincerely appreciate anyone who would advise me, I have been trying for weeks to pay my F1 visa on the AVITS portal but everytime I click on GENERATE in order to generate a deposit slip the error message it brings is "something went wrong" . i have crated several support ticktets but their instructions aren't working and i have now lost hope.

Can I simply abandon the AVITS profile and sign up for another profile with the same student information.

Has anyone been in the same situation, please help

Meenah01:
Hello,
Pls when applying for visa for dependents, do I wait till mine is approved before apply for them even though our plan it to travel together?

I learnt that group visa appointment is not available in Nigeria, meaning I have to book separately for my self and each dependent

If I'm not able to find an earlier date and decided to apply for emergency visa, would I need to apply for my dependents too?

Popson09:
I’m sorry about your denial.

Did you include your Canadian visa refusal in your DS-160 form, or did the visa officer ask you about it verbally? Because the form does not directly ask if you were refused a visa from Canada or any other country.

officialchikzy0:
it can be I can attest especially after giving your all

Raph14:
Thank you for your kind words. There is no section on the DS-160 form to input details about a Canadian visa refusal. However, once the visa officer scanned my passport, her first question was about it, she just made mentioned of 2024 alone. I explained that I had been denied twice for the same reason and presented the denial letters from IRCC during the interview.

Popson09:
A visa officer cannot automatically know that you’ve been refused a visa by another country just by scanning your passport. I believe the visa officer was asking a psychological question. Please correct me if I’m wrong.