Let me thank the person who started this group and all contributors. I discovered here when searching for like interview questions and requirements.
Today, I picked up my Passport and Visa and hopefully should be in the U.S next week.

I attended two interviews within a month. The first interview went well but I was out on AP and later asked to red,hedule. God, how do I find another schedule. I went for emergency, stating that my conference is close and I need a decision. I almost have up because I read somewhere that such A P may be a sign of refusal. Yet, I prayed and cAlled until, my emergency appointment was approved. 6:30am . Nigerians where already waiting even those for 9am. This time I was over confident because I knew the first time I did well with conversation and the VO in booth 9 and later 15 was opened. He knew my area. In this second round, I inserted an ID card which made him issue me white paper immediately. As I stepped out with tears in my heart, many in the hall started congratulating me, even three families that got rejected on my line.

First Interview.
V.O: Hello, please what is your name
Me: Replied
'VO: Are you married
Me: Yes
VO: You have a child?
'ME: No, we are yet to wed in the church
VO: when did you start your company
ME: January 2017
VO: Tell me what you really do there?:
ME: We are a startup, providing services for AMEs. Partnering with other tech firms, like the conference attending. The train ing would help us add value and give us opportunity to become a global brand with opportunities for young people.
VO:Do you code
ME Not really, I am the CEO but I do HTML
VO: Let me have one passport photograph.
ME: push in under the glass frame
VO: Have travelled outside Nigeria prebiously?
ME Yes, Ghana, Benin, Togo, Cameroun
VO: I see Kenya too
ME: No didn't make it, had an urgent matter that didn't allow me go.
VO: Give me a few minutes ....
ME: That's fine
VO. Empty counter 15mins counting a white lady passing asked, please who's supposed be here somesone?
ME Yes, ma he asked to be given some moment
VO: Okay, that's fine. We 'll get back to you. Hands me a white paper Administrative Processing.
ME: Sorry, am I free to leave now?
VO: Yes feel free.

Got home, checked my page...Administrative Processing

Malevonent:


you were getting it right till you mentioned work badge/ID
i see people with that at the embassy, and i cringe!.
nothing screams deperation that going with your work ID n over dressing, like some folks you see in stuffysuits, looking out and place

LOL you can cringe all you want and it may scream desperation to you. However, there is always another perspective and the positive side is you may be doing yourself a favor with that kind of description. Because then you corroborate what you've written on the form as who you are and your field of work and of course your name tag tells even without being asked. So it can work in your favor.
What about dressing up in suits and tie and fancy that you see all day long at the embassy that does not depict who really the individual is and their field of work? I'd rather be in the former category.

Donmatlock:


I attended two interviews within a month. The first interview went well but I was out on AP and later asked to red,hedule. God, how do I find another schedule. I went for emergency, stating that my conference is close and I need a decision. I almost have up because I read somewhere that such A P may be a sign of refusal. Yet, I prayed and cAlled until, my emergency appointment was approved. 6:30am . Nigerians where already waiting even those for 9am. This time I was over confident because I knew the first time I did well with conversation and the VO in booth 9 and later 15 was opened. He knew my area. In this second round, I inserted an ID card which made him issue me white paper immediately. As I stepped out with tears in my heart, many in the hall started congratulating me, even three families that got rejected on my line.

Hello,

congrats on the visa approval!

Please, after your emergency request was approved; were you given a specific date and time? Or you were asked to pick from a range of closer dates?

kobobay:
My questions are:

Can I opt for interview instead of Dropbox? I have used my visa two times, and it has recently expired. But now I want to travel with my wife and kids, and i want to attend interview with them.

Do I have to create the Ustravel profile for each applicant or I can use my account for them?

Thank you.

yes you can, interview gives you earlier date options, like now earliest available interview date is mid feb, while its late march for drop box

Malevonent:


yes you can, interview gives you earlier date options, like now earliest available interview date is mid feb, while its late march for drop box

You don't have to go for interview if the Dropbox application scales through. Only few Dropbox applicants are randomly called in for interview. If his last visa was well used then there's high probability that he won't be called for interview.

Izzystevens:
If you are going for a conference then it can be expedited, you would be given an early date to accommodate your travel plans. I had the same case.

Hello,

Please, after your emergency request was approved; were you given a specific date and time? Or you were asked to pick from a range of closer dates from the website?

Hello house my interview was today, I was not given but my case is a bit different cos I was once a Canadian citizen but my citizenship was revoked and has entered US many times so I have to tell them the truth. My story
Vo. gud afternoon
Me. afternoon
Vo. Passport pls
Me. Give it to him
Vo. Y r u going to US
Me. I was invited by MATS for seminar and trucking show
Vo. Gud, Hw is that related to ur job
Me. I told him that am into oil and gas and that I have gas station, that I want to use this opportunity to meet with truck and trailers manufacturers cos there is a need for my company to upgrade our trucks and I was in the US in March 2014 for same trucking show
Vo. He was trying for so long and he move to call another Vo on other counter both of them started talking and looking the computer viewing my Nig passport for abt two to three minutes, that one returned to his counter then he ask me Wht happens to my Canadian passport I told him, he ask if am married I said yes he ask if my wife has visited US before I said no and if I have a child in the US I said no. Same time he was typing.
Vo. Hw long have u marry ur wife?
Me. 11yrs and 2months
Vo. Typing for so long and then took my passport flip and flip and put it on the blue form and return them to me

Gud morning Guys I have make another appointment schedule for early March and my seminar am going for is in March ending. Guys I need ur advice

Arobee24:
Hello house my interview was today, I was not given but my case is a bit different cos I was once a Canadian citizen but my citizenship was revoked and has entered US many times so I have to tell them the truth. My story
Vo. gud afternoon
Me. afternoon
Vo. Passport pls
Me. Give it to him
Vo. Y r u going to US
Me. I was invited by MATS for seminar and trucking show
Vo. Gud, Hw is that related to ur job
Me. I told him that am into oil and gas and that I have gas station, that I want to use this opportunity to meet with truck and trailers manufacturers cos there is a need for my company to upgrade our trucks and I was in the US in March 2014 for same trucking show
Vo. He was trying for so long and he move to call another Vo on other counter both of them started talking and looking the computer viewing my Nig passport for abt two to three minutes, that one returned to his counter then he ask me Wht happens to my Canadian passport I told him, he ask if am married I said yes he ask if my wife has visited US before I said no and if I have a child in the US I said no. Same time he was typing.
Vo. Hw long have u marry ur wife?
Me. 11yrs and 2months
Vo. Typing for so long and then took my passport flip and flip and put it on the blue form and return them to me

The remaining questions after both of them looked at your information on screen was gather the information required to complete the interview.

What happened to your Canadian citizenship?

hajidel:


LOL you can cringe all you want and it may scream desperation to you. However, there is always another perspective and the positive side is you may be doing yourself a favor with that kind of description. Because then you corroborate what you've written on the form as who you are and your field of work and of course your name tag tells even without being asked. So it can work in your favor.
What about dressing up in suits and tie and fancy that you see all day long at the embassy that does not depict who really the individual is and their field of work? I'd rather be in the former category.

Lol. Wearing 10 ID cards on your person or carrying your shop to the embassy won't work in your favor I'm afraid. What works in your favor is the TIE that your business or Job represents.

PLEASE I NEED ADVISE. IT IS URGENT . MY FELLOW NAIRALANDERS . i have a fiancee in texas , she want me to come over to the states ASAp . she sent me an invitation letter from the embassy there in texas . but i do not know the next step to take . please i need directions . i will appreciate all who contributes

esefrancis:
PLEASE I NEED ADVISE. IT IS URGENT . MY FELLOW NAIRALANDERS . i have a fiancee in texas , she want me to come over to the states ASAp . she sent me an invitation letter from the embassy there in texas . but i do not know the next step to take . please i need directions . i will appreciate all who contributes

First, do a self assessment of your chances. How much do you earn? What do you have here (job, family, commitments) that will bring you back to Nigeria? Have you made any recent attempts to leave the country on a long term (e.g. emigrate, student visa) basis and failed?

Earlier this year your application for a Canadian student visa was not accepted. Then, between May and October you have acquired a fiancée. These may be red flags to the embassy.

NothingDoMe:
Lol. Wearing 10 ID cards on your person or carrying your shop to the embassy won't work in your favor I'm afraid. What works in your favor is the TIE that your business or Job represents.

Clearly you're either too thick to understand what I am saying or you're acting foolish. ID cards, dress code etc has nothing to do with the interview, but its just presentable. If you go for a job interview as a banker, would you rather dress as a banker or as baker?

Having your ID card on the person and dressing appropriately as per your profession is not going to do any more harm than if you didn't. Having your ID card though clearly states who you are and most likely your position in that business or company. And FYI, I know about TIEs etc.

hajidel:


Clearly you're either too thick to understand what I am saying or you're acting foolish. ID cards, dress code etc has nothing to do with the interview, but its just presentable. If you go for a job interview as a banker, would you rather dress as a banker or as baker?

Having your ID card on the person and dressing appropriately as per your profession is not going to do any more harm than if you didn't. Having your ID card though clearly states who you are and most likely your position in that business or company. And FYI, I know about TIEs etc.

No need quarrelling sha.

I've seen your posts on the Travel Section of Nairaland, and there's no gainsaying the fact that you are sound. Was almost starting to ask myself if this isn't a VO "codedly" hiding behind this moniker. You are good, no doubts.

But this ID card hanging thing isn't outstanding, naaah! It's coming across as over-pushing it during interview though, if not clownish sef. One however can dress the part, that's cool. Well, whatever works, different folks, different lots.... As long as it relaxes and soothes/comfort the applicant.

OmoBendel24:


No need quarrelling sha.

I've seen your posts on the Travel Section of Nairaland, and there's no gainsaying the fact that you are sound. Was almost starting to ask myself if this isn't a VO "codedly" hiding behind this moniker. You are good, no doubts.

But this ID card hanging thing isn't outstanding, naaah! It's coming across as over-pushing it during interview though, if not clownish sef. One however can dress the part, that's cool. Well, whatever works, different folks, different lots.... As long as it relaxes and soothes/comfort the applicant.

I wonder why we get upset when someone disagrees with our line of thinking? Not like the person insulted you or anything.

Maybe its Ego. No, i am not talking about money . I think this comes into play when one thinks too highly of oneself or the advice one gives. Especially when a nobody like me dares to point out a slight flaw in your advice.

Okay just for fun cos i believe my point has been made, You put on your ID card and approach the VO, the VO looks at her screen and tells you to move closer so that she can see your ID card in order to verify that you work in so so and so coy. Lol. People forge ID cards as far as i know. How would the VO know the type of ID issued by your company and if your ID card is actually authentic?

I really don't want us to be singing a minor tone when a major tone is required in a song thereby forcing other choristers to sing off-key. Lol.

NothingDoMe:
I wonder why we get upset when someone disagrees with our line of thinking? Not like the person insulted you or anything.

Maybe its Ego. No, i am not talking about money . I think this comes into play when one thinks too highly of oneself or the advice one gives. Especially when a nobody like me dares to point out a slight flaw in your advice.

Okay just for fun cos i believe my point has been made, You put on your ID card and approach the VO, the VO looks at her screen and tells you to move closer so that she can see your ID card in order to verify that you work in so so and so coy. Lol. People forge ID cards as far as i know. How would the VO know the type of ID issued by your company and if your ID card is actually authentic?

I really don't want us to be singing a minor tone when a major tone is required in a song thereby forcing other choristers to sing off-key. Lol.

Thats right. Human nature. Do you know why the US embassy barely looks at documents? Guess what, you just answered it. Forge! Almost anything can be forged. But do you also know that same VO suspecting you of forge will also give you the benefit of the doubt until its conclusively proven that its forgery right?

So here's the thing; the DS-160 application form, your presentation both verbally and physical, your interview answers, body language are all put together in that 2 minutes you spend at the window for a decision. And some get it right, some get it wrong; some that are deserving get it or don't get it and some that are not deserving sometimes get it and sometimes don't.

But one thing i can tell anyone going for any sort of interview is, BE PREPARED both in content and appearance. Good luck.

OmoBendel24:


No need quarrelling sha.

I've seen your posts on the Travel Section of Nairaland, and there's no gainsaying the fact that you are sound. Was almost starting to ask myself if this isn't a VO "codedly" hiding behind this moniker. You are good, no doubts.

But this ID card hanging thing isn't outstanding, naaah! It's coming across as over-pushing it during interview though, if not clownish sef. One however can dress the part, that's cool. Well, whatever works, different folks, different lots.... As long as it relaxes and soothes/comfort the applicant.

Lol yes thats right, no need quarreling. OR quashing opinions.

Your opinion about over pushing and clownish (desperation) may very well be valid but for you to say its not a good idea I can categorically say you're wrong for that.

Because depending on the application you've put forth, I can tell you that it may well do you good in your interview.

I smell VOs lurking around **sniffs**

Kings & Queens, No hard & fast rule to this ish.

Be it an advice or a clapback, we should learn a thing or two.

Open-mindedness is key.

Hi everyone,

pls what are the current available dates for drop box,I'm still filling my forms and not sure I can skip to find out.

My 1yr validity for drop box expires in Dec,is there anything I can do if I don't get a drop box appointment before then,can I drop off in abuja if there's a closer date,can drop box appointment be expedited?

Someone pls help with options I may have

@LadyG @hajidel and other gurus biko

Sage7:
I smell VOs lurking around **sniffs**

Kings & Queens, No hard & fast rule to this ish.

Be it an advice or a clapback, we should learn a thing or two.

Open-mindedness is key.

Well sometimes its ok to disagree I guess.

We are all open to learning new things and becoming better. Lets keep sharing ideas.

Kmgb:
Hi everyone,

pls what are the current available dates for drop box,I'm still filling my forms and not sure I can skip to find out.

My 1yr validity for drop box expires in Dec,is there anything I can do if I don't get a drop box appointment before then,can I drop off in abuja if there's a closer date,can drop box appointment be expedited?

Someone pls help with options I may have

@LadyG @hajidel and other gurus biko

You have to go through with the form and the appointment scheduler to find out when availability is. You can request for expedited appointment provided it meets the expedition requirements.

However, nothing stops you from taking up an appointment in Abuja if they have earlier dates. That will be a much better option than the expedited request.

hajidel:



However, nothing stops you from taking up an appointment in Abuja if they have earlier dates. That will be a much better option than the expedited request.

OK ,thank you
I'm specifically talking about drop box appointments tho,is that what you mean as well?
Someone few pages back mentioned drop box appointments have gotten to March 2019,hence my apprehension.
Thanks again for your quick response

SamReinvented:


Hello,

Please, after your emergency request was approved; were you given a specific date and time? Or you were asked to pick from a range of closer dates from the website?

I was given a range of closer dates that were hitherto unavailable.

Kmgb:


OK ,thank you
I'm specifically talking about drop box appointments tho,is that what you mean as well?
Someone few pages back mentioned drop box appointments have gotten to March 2019,hence my apprehension.
Thanks again for your quick response

Yeah appointments are running into early next year if I remember correctly. You have to just go through with the appointment scheduler and sometimes dates are freed up as people cancel appointments. That though is very TOUGH to come by, just have to try, and try relentlessly if its that important. Or take a date and request expedited appointment.

Kmgb:


OK ,thank you
I'm specifically talking about drop box appointments tho,is that what you mean as well?
Someone few pages back mentioned drop box appointments have gotten to March 2019,hence my apprehension.
Thanks again for your quick response

You are getting it some bit wrong methinks, that's if I got you right though. You don't need an appointment for dropbox in the inferred sense of it, you will only need one if your dropbox application ends in you being called in for an interview. The links below may be of help....

https://www.nairaland.com/2656320/usa-visit-visa-part-2/49#42600899

https://www.nairaland.com/2656320/usa-visit-visa-part-2/470#59426823

https://www.nairaland.com/2656320/usa-visit-visa-part-2/470#59429630

Kmgb:


OK ,thank you
I'm specifically talking about drop box appointments tho,is that what you mean as well?
Someone few pages back mentioned drop box appointments have gotten to March 2019,hence my apprehension.
Thanks again for your quick response

yeah dropbox interview appointments, ie if you are called in for interview, has creeped in to march ending now[lagos], hv been helping someone monitor for a while now. until you apply for visa, thats when you will know if you wud be among the unfortunate ones called in for interview, people observed that the rate of calling drop box people in for interview has escalated since aug, who knows, you can risk it and apply or wait till dec and see if things hv changed, or maybe select abuja.

note: just checked now 4:20am oct 14th and earliest date is march 20 for dropbox applicant invited for interview

Please guys I want to apply for a USA visa, though I have been denied once in 2016, that was the first time I applied, i said I was going for taekwondo sport competition but I couldn't answer the questions the V.O asked me so I was refused then, I had a Schengen visa then, but now I have been to Dubai twice, i have 2 Kenya visas, I only went once, I have a Schengen visa, a South African visa which I didn't use and I have also been to Ghana, now I just want to go and visit but I need to know what my chances are and what documents best suit me to produce to them and how do I go about it to increase my chances of getting the visa

Thanks so much guys

@OmoBendel24,you are right,I'm mixing it up,thought things had changed since three years ago that I had a good knowledge of the process.
Thank you malevonent and hajidel once again. Im quite relieved.

saintobi009:
Please guys I want to apply for a USA visa, though I have been denied once in 2016, that was the first time I applied, i said I was going for taekwondo sport competition but I couldn't answer the questions the V.O asked me so I was refused then, I had a Schengen visa then, but now I have been to Dubai twice, i have 2 Kenya visas, I only went once, I have a Schengen visa, a South African visa which I didn't use and I have also been to Ghana, now I just want to go and visit but I need to know what my chances are and what documents best suit me to produce to them and how do I go about it to increase my chances of getting the visa

It has been repeated many times on this thread that no one is able to determine anybody's chance for a US visa.

As for the documents, there is no particular set of documents required for a visit visa but your passport

Thanks Baba.
Please how do I get the link to those videos you are watching.

Obernix:


They rejected others , doesnt mean they'd reject you. Head no be the same. I'd say its not the paper work US follows 100% (Judging from what I see in these videos), its Prayer, first and the questions and the way you answer them. If you are going to answer them, Let whatever you tell them,match with your documents. Have a Letter of introduction, and if you have a Registered Business have your CAC Certificate and Bank Statements all in your name to match.

I have been watching several videos on Youtube here in the office, for the past 5 days now. Asides being some sort-of Uniform questions they ask in different ways, They would just ask it to scare you, when you fall for it, You get a denial (Both for F-1 and B1/B2) As though, You dont know what you saying. For instance, one of the interviewers asked someone who was going for a business why he was going and where he was going to, its supposed to be understood that he knows the Address, he just told the man he didnt know the Address and he was denied visa on the grounds, he didnt know where he was going and he didnt give them enough evidence - So you see, its basically how you answer them.

Sometimes its always best you use documents that Makes a whole lot of sense, like you going for a conference or some study (Short study) And have the company back you up with their Bank statements. When they see the company details, And their (The company's) Bank Statements, the rest of the questions would be milder as they see you have strong ties to your home country... and they are financing your trip My thinking tho...

Sometimes they'd ask you, why would I give you two days when the conference is just 2 days. They are expecting that you would come up with something like ..."I plan on going to see a family member, probably after the business / conference for sometime...." You know say Nigeria, we sharp... we go wan lie... and in the process we no go talk Lie way sweet.. before you know, Blue Paper go follow us comot Walter Carrington.

Those Oyibo V.O just day use psychology day deal with us for here.

Just calm down and learn how to answer your Questions. Thats what i'd say.

Good day friends, pardon me if this had been addressed earlier.

I plan on a visit to US in December ending, to coincide with my leave.

I have recently moved to London on a work visa and so would apply from London.

Is there anyone who could give me an insight, possibility of getting an interview date this month, and any other general advice.

Thanks much.

cydophobia:

Thanks Baba.
Please how do I get the link to those videos you are watching.

Youtube

So i wanted to show something like Ties to home country and the visa application in general and hence i wanted to be sure if i am on the right track somehow Some of us who has been to the US , please guide me o , no bad mouthing. We go all go this America in Jesus name.

1.) So in the end i got an invitation for Energy and Power conferences, (I am a Programmer,But, Programmers are also needed in Development of algorithms for simulation and Modelling,Reservoir construction.. etc) Please do let me know if I stand a good chance somehow or are there still chances of denial somehow. If yes, What must be done?

2.) Now in the area of Home Ties to ma country. here is what I have :

a.) I work here in Nigeria, as a Solutions architect, Not married. I develop software Solutions / applications for Banks, Telecoms, Oil and gas sector.

b.) I have a good Salary with my payslips for the timeline i worked, As they always send my payslips to my email after the money has been paid into my Bank account.

c.) My office supervisor is willing to give me a Letter of Introduction, Bank statement and a sworn affidavit of sponsorship to confirm that I am being sponsored by the company to go for the conference etc

d.) I am the heir to my fathers properties here in Nigeria, hence i wanted to get another sworn affidavit which also affirms that i am the rightful heir to that property as it stands (Landed Properties, Documents from CAC for ma fathers company etc.)

e.) I have an already confirmed Flight reservation ticket which confirms I would be going and returning to and from Texas, USA (Leave and return to Nigeria to be very precise).

f.) I have a proposal for a Microfinance Banking Solution I recently submitted, hence I wanted to print it and carry it along with me to the Embassy to show to them as further proof of Ties to home country etc

Then i can come with my own documents. Bank Statements etc. And the invitation letter. Please let me know your ideas, what you think... just imagine yourself as the V.O Do you think i stand a good chance (Judging by whatever you hear about the US visas in travel section)

Hello everybody, greetings to you all most especially the person that created this thread. Been informative, educative and otherwise.

Straight to the point.
My wife and I got married August 2018. We plan on going to the US for our honeymoon.

I run a business here in Lagos with a registered company since 2012 and I have a eoburat turnover in my cooperate bank account
As for my wife, she's an interior decorator. She just finished her NYSC last year.

What if she gets pregnant in the process while waiting for our interview?

We have No travel history and both passports are virgin. As a matter of fact, her international passport just expired and she's going for a renewal.
Do we have to go to Ghana,Togo and Benin to disvirgin our passport or just apply with the virgin passport without any travel history?

And is it too late to go honeymoon now

NB: we haven't applied yet o. The travel should be around February 14th (Valentine)