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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 9:52pm On Aug 26, 2019
emily111:


yes sir, it allowed in UAE to work on visit visa and if the company love your job skill and you also want to stay you, they process resident and working visa for you. that 2 years and it done like that in UAE for years

It is illegal to work in Dubai or the Emirates on a tourist visa, you can only search for job on it and return to your country while your potential employer process your work visa.
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by abeniagbon(m): 9:59pm On Aug 26, 2019
Mizwisdom:
To get Visa has become a wilderness experience involving marathon prayers, fasting, planning, preparing, setting of goals, you can add yours, just because of how desperate some people are, making things more difficult than ever.





hahahaha Naso

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by emily111: 10:06pm On Aug 26, 2019
seyewest:


It is illegal to work in Dubai or the Emirates on a tourist visa, you can only search for job on it and return to your country while your potential employer process your work visa.

OK Mr seye, so what do you think i tell the VO i did for so long, i know is not idea to tell lie but what do you suggest in this case

thanks
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 10:42pm On Aug 26, 2019
emily111:


OK Mr seye, so what do you think i tell the VO i did for so long, i know is not idea to tell lie but what do you suggest in this case

thanks

I absolute have no idea, it's not my position to do the thinking here because there's strong possibility that U.S is like work backup in case UK fail. I wish you the best but on this thread we will always tell it like it is.
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by oluayebenz: 10:47pm On Aug 26, 2019
emily111:


OK Mr seye, so what do you think i tell the VO i did for so long, i know is not idea to tell lie but what do you suggest in this case

thanks

Your story is too complicated.......

You have a pending UK job offer
You stayed for 5weeks in the Emirate, you even take job offer with tourist visa.....
Those two stories na straight red card.

Just go to your interview and dont mention anything, just answer whatever the VO ask you truthfully.
As of recent your UAE visa doesnt count as travel history with the US embassy..... So the VO might not even ask anything about the visa.


Moreover.... be very careful with that your UK job offer

Goodluck

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by emily111: 10:53pm On Aug 26, 2019
oluayebenz:


Your story is too complicated.......

You have a pending UK job offer
You stayed for 5weeks in the Emirate, you even take job offer with tourist visa.....
Those two stories na straight red card.

Just go to your interview and dont mention anything, just answer whatever the VO ask you truthfully.
As of recent your UAE visa doesnt count as travel history with the US embassy..... So the VO might not even ask anything about the visa.

Goodluck

A big thank you to you and uncle seye, I pray the VO won’t ask me about it ooo. Any way if he works cool and if not cool as well thanks to everyone

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by wuki: 3:22am On Aug 27, 2019
Yeah if it's illegal to work in the UAE on a tourist visa that already puts you in the red if you get asked about your stay in the UAE. You mentioned in one of your earlier responses that it is possible to work in the UAE on toursit visa - I thought that was very odd. Can you clarify or I'm I missing something here? On a side note, I'm perplexed at your comment:

"that why i cant make the trip to the US for now because i have to save for the moving process to the UK."

If that's the case, why bother applying for a U.S visa? At any rate, don't waste your time with a letter of invite from a U.S-based individual; it is not legally binding and does not incease your chance of securing a visa. In some corner cases, the letter might even work against your application.



emily111:


yes sir, it allowed in UAE to work on visit visa and if the company love your job skill and you also want to stay you, they process resident and working visa for you. that 2 years and it done like that in UAE for years
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by shagaman: 4:59am On Aug 27, 2019
emily111:
Hello good evening I hope we all had a wonderful weekend,

Please house my interview is coming up this coming week and I’m a first time applicant I have previously traveled to United Arabia emirate last year August and spent 1 month and one week please house I don’t know if this would affect my application due to the long stay in UAE it just a visit.

And also I might not use the US visa because I have a job offer from the UK which have done the medical last month and waiting for the reply on when to move to the UK I have all document to prove that and it all genuine I don’t know if I mention this at my interview it would boost my chance.

I would so much appreciate all replies to this.

Uncle seyiwest And co.


Let me give you a little advice if you would be patient enough.

1) if genuinely you have a job offer in the uk why the rush to get a US visa, because it is far easier to get a visa from uk than Nigeria.
2) you have done medical as you said thus all your plans and savings should be geared towards your relocation to the uk, this guys are psychologists they read between the lines .

Concentrate on the uk Job and pray it works out fine after working for a while in the uk then you can go on vacation in the US. the choice is yours

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 11:02am On Aug 27, 2019
shagaman:



Let me give you a little advice if you would be patient enough.

1) if genuinely you have a job offer in the uk why the rush to get a US visa, because it is far easier to get a visa from uk than Nigeria.
2) you have done medical as you said thus all your plans and savings should be geared towards your relocation to the uk, this guys are psychologists they read between the lines .

Concentrate on the uk Job and pray it works out fine after working for a while in the uk then you can go on vacation in the US. the choice is yours

That U.S visa is a back up in case the job in U.K is not good enough and everything is gear towards escaping Nigeria by all means.

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Beautyaddy: 1:16pm On Aug 27, 2019
seyewest:


That U.S visa is a back up in case the job in U.K is not good enough and everything is gear towards escaping Nigeria by all means.

Correct!
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Nobody: 1:24pm On Aug 27, 2019
Published by the US Embassy Nigeria.

REVISED VISA RECIPROCITY SCHEDULE FOR NIGERIA: Effective worldwide on 29 August, Nigerian citizens will be required to pay a visa issuance fee, or reciprocity fee, for all approved applications for nonimmigrant visas in B, F, H1B, I, L, and R visa classifications.

https://ng.usembassy.gov/u-s-allocates-an-additional-75-million-to-fight-hiv-and-aids-in-nigeria-2/
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by OmoBendel24: 1:35pm On Aug 27, 2019
skdfu747:
Published by the US Embassy Nigeria.

REVISED VISA RECIPROCITY SCHEDULE FOR NIGERIA: Effective worldwide on 29 August, Nigerian citizens will be required to pay a visa issuance fee, or reciprocity fee, for all approved applications for nonimmigrant visas in B, F, H1B, I, L, and R visa classifications.

https://ng.usembassy.gov/u-s-allocates-an-additional-75-million-to-fight-hiv-and-aids-in-nigeria-2/


Revised Visa Reciprocity for Nigeria


REVISED VISA RECIPROCITY SCHEDULE FOR NIGERIA: Effective worldwide on 29 August, Nigerian citizens will be required to pay a visa issuance fee, or reciprocity fee, for all approved applications for nonimmigrant visas in B, F, H1B, I, L, and R visa classifications. The reciprocity fee will be charged in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee, also known as the MRV fee, which all applicants pay at the time of application. Nigerian citizens whose applications for a nonimmigrant visa are denied will not be charged the new reciprocity fee. Both reciprocity and MRV fees are non-refundable, and their amounts vary based on visa classification.

U.S. law requires U.S. visa fees and validity periods to be based on the treatment afforded to U.S. citizens by foreign governments, insofar as possible. Visa issuance fees are implemented under the principle of reciprocity: when a foreign government imposes additional visa fees on U.S. citizens, the United States will impose reciprocal fees on citizens of that country for similar types of visas. Nationals of a number of countries worldwide are currently required to pay this type of fee after their nonimmigrant visa application is approved.

The total cost for a U.S. citizen to obtain a visa to Nigeria is currently higher than the total cost for a Nigerian to obtain a comparable visa to the United States. The new reciprocity fee for Nigerian citizens is meant to eliminate that cost difference.

Since early 2018, the U.S. government has engaged the Nigerian government to request that the Nigerian government change the fees charged to U.S. citizens for certain visa categories. After eighteen months of review and consultations, the government of Nigeria has not changed its fee structure for U.S. citizen visa applicants, requiring the U.S. Department of State to enact new reciprocity fees in accordance with our visa laws.

The reciprocity fee will be required for all Nigerian citizens worldwide, regardless of where they are applying for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States. The reciprocity fee is required for each visa that is issued, which means both adults and minors whose visa applications are approved will be charged the reciprocity fee. The fee can only be paid at the U.S. Embassy or the U.S. Consulate General. The reciprocity fee cannot be paid at banks or any other location.

The complete reciprocity fee schedule, organized by visa classification, can be found below.


Class Reciprocity Fee
B1 $110
B2 $110
B1/B2 $110
F1

F2

$110

$110

H1B

H4

$180

$180

I $210
L1

L2

$303

$303

R1

R2

$80

$80

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by OmoBendel24: 1:45pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:



Revised Visa Reciprocity for Nigeria


REVISED VISA RECIPROCITY SCHEDULE FOR NIGERIA: Effective worldwide on 29 August, Nigerian citizens will be required to pay a visa issuance fee, or reciprocity fee, for all approved applications for nonimmigrant visas in B, F, H1B, I, L, and R visa classifications. The reciprocity fee will be charged in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee, also known as the MRV fee, which all applicants pay at the time of application. Nigerian citizens whose applications for a nonimmigrant visa are denied will not be charged the new reciprocity fee. Both reciprocity and MRV fees are non-refundable, and their amounts vary based on visa classification.


Since early 2018, the U.S. government has engaged the Nigerian government to request that the Nigerian government change the fees charged to U.S. citizens for certain visa categories. After eighteen months of review and consultations, the government of Nigeria has not changed its fee structure for U.S. citizen visa applicants, requiring the U.S. Department of State to enact new reciprocity fees in accordance with our visa laws.


18 good months oh, after 18 good months! Those whinning and crying always about visa fees "exploitation" better wake up, gear up and hold your almost good for nothing uselessly-directionless-Japan-visiting government (while others are doing things big and great out there in France) to this, because they will do nothing to quickly correct this if ignored by your usual docility.

Una go pay una go tire!

OmoBendel24:


That’s actually the way it is my broda. The news is 3 years ago though.... Even our Nigeria visa on arrival that is valid for only 15 days goes for about $180-200.

Reciprocity indeed! And we have several bitter people saying the Americans are “cheating” us, people that are so docile they can’t even ask their own government a single question oh!

One major thing I have come to realise is that as much as 80-90% persons with US visa refusals I have come across actually wanted to bolt with the visa. Then those with approval are mostly people that plan to go and come back (except for recent times sha), at least in my own circle. Una lie! In essence, these guys (VOs) are mostly getting their job done appropriately, yeah. Be sincere with yourselves please, the bulk of you lot busy liking some nonsense and senseless posts on here are majorly INTENDING IMMIGRANTS that got beaten to their own game, BITTER.... Simple!

I dey my area, make una come beat me na!

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 1:51pm On Aug 27, 2019
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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 1:51pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:



Revised Visa Reciprocity for Nigeria


REVISED VISA RECIPROCITY SCHEDULE FOR NIGERIA: Effective worldwide on 29 August, Nigerian citizens will be required to pay a visa issuance fee, or reciprocity fee, for all approved applications for nonimmigrant visas in B, F, H1B, I, L, and R visa classifications. The reciprocity fee will be charged in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee, also known as the MRV fee, which all applicants pay at the time of

lolzzzzzz.... una eyes go soon clear, U.S Govt doing the right thing, last week I told @omobendel that we're cheating U.S Govt and he agreed with me, now it's 50-50 no cheating.

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by OmoBendel24: 1:57pm On Aug 27, 2019
seyewest:


lolzzzzzz.... una eyes go soon clear, U.S Govt doing the right thing, last week I told @omobendel that we're cheating U.S Govt and he agreed with me, now it's 50-50 no cheating.

Lolz, yeah! Anyways those refused a US visa won't be so much concerned about the development as it were. That's extra 41,000 Nigeria "shekels", plus 59. Wow, that's a 100k. And our government has been taking this much from them too oh, NON-REFUNDABLE too....

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Beautyaddy: 1:59pm On Aug 27, 2019
seyewest:


lolzzzzzz.... una eyes go soon clear, U.S Govt doing the right thing, last week I told @omobendel that we're cheating U.S Govt and he agreed with me, now it's 50-50 no cheating.

I know, Right?....lol! cheesy
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 2:02pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:


18 good months oh, after 18 good months! Those whinning and crying always about visa fees "exploitation" better wake up, gear up and hold your almost good for nothing uselessly-directionless-Japan-visiting government (while others are doing things big and great out there in France) to this, because they will do nothing to quickly correct this if ignored by your usual docility.

Una go pay una go tire!

Bro the G7 event in France is by Invitation and rotational, In 2017 Nigeria, Ethiopia, Guinea, Kenya, Niger and Tunisia were invited while in 2018 Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal and South Africa participated in the event, 2019 event featured Bukina Faso, Egypt, Senegal, South Africa and Rwanda.
Remember you can't gate crash this event and that event has little or no impact in Africa, I prefer the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
Meanwhile the Japanese trip is very important to Nigeria because of the grip of Chinese market in Nigeria, we need Japanese quality in Nigeria and to be honest, that trip will do us a lot of good than the G7.
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 2:02pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:


Lolz, yeah! Anyways those refused a US visa won't be so much concerned about the development that much. That's extra 41,000 Nigeria "shekels", plus 59. Wow, that's a 100k. And our government has been taking this much from them too oh, NON-REFUNDABLE too....

For years....lolzzz
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Beautyaddy: 2:03pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:


Lolz, yeah! Anyways those refused a US visa won't be so much concerned about the development that much. That's extra 41,000 Nigeria "shekels", plus 59. Wow, that's a 100k. And our government has been taking this much from them too oh, NON-REFUNDABLE too....

Yes.

And from the report it stated that the US government tried to convince the Nigerian government to do away with the extra fees charges but as you know Nigeria government always maintains hard stance for change when it comes to letting go of money...lol!
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 2:08pm On Aug 27, 2019
Beautyaddy:


Yes.

And from the report it stated that the US government tried to convince the Nigerian government to do away with the extra fees charges but as you know Nigeria government always maintains hard stance for change when it comes to letting go of money...lol!

Can you imagine and I'm waiting for those wailing about how expensive U.S Visa is..... Our eyes don clear...lolzzz grin just wish they can bring back Dropbox.
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by dsaynt: 2:14pm On Aug 27, 2019
https://ng.usembassy.gov/u-s-allocates-an-additional-75-million-to-fight-hiv-and-aids-in-nigeria-2/

More money to be paid for visas. Additional $110 is your Visa is granted
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by jj17cv(m): 2:19pm On Aug 27, 2019
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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by NIFES(f): 3:58pm On Aug 27, 2019
dsaynt:
https://ng.usembassy.gov/u-s-allocates-an-additional-75-million-to-fight-hiv-and-aids-in-nigeria-2/

More money to be paid for visas. Additional $110 is your Visa is granted
Na wah o!

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Enick: 5:18pm On Aug 27, 2019
Hello gurus

I have traveled to the UK, and UAE. I intend to apply for US B1/B2 visa. I have a brother in the US who is very close to obtaining citizenship and possibly file for us(his siblings) in the near future. He entered the United state with a spouse visa.

I want to be very honest with my application but I am thinking if I mention my brother in my application, it is almost certain I may be denied because he could be seen a strong reason why I may not return.


Do you think I should say anything about him or include him? I am married with three kids but I intend to apply alone. What are your opinions?
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by DebsMed: 5:35pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:


Lolz, yeah! Anyways those refused a US visa won't be so much concerned about the development as it were. That's extra 41,000 Nigeria "shekels", plus 59. Wow, that's a 100k. And our government has been taking this much from them too oh, NON-REFUNDABLE too....

Seriously
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by mruc: 5:53pm On Aug 27, 2019
Good evening house I want to book for appointments for B1/B2 tourist Visa,How can I get the website.Thanks is urgent
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by seyewest(m): 6:39pm On Aug 27, 2019
mruc:
Good evening house I want to book for appointments for B1/B2 tourist Visa,How can I get the website.Thanks is urgent

www.ustraveldocs.com
Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by ayenikunle: 7:01pm On Aug 27, 2019
OmoBendel24:


Lolz, yeah! Anyways those refused a US visa won't be so much concerned about the development as it were. That's extra 41,000 Nigeria "shekels", plus 59. Wow, that's a 100k. And our government has been taking this much from them too oh, NON-REFUNDABLE too....

May God bless and heal Nigeria.

Just that we are good at adjusting to things like this.

Our shock absorber strong kakaraka.

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by fkj950ax(m): 7:11pm On Aug 27, 2019
I think a lot of objectivity should be adopted in this additional cost for an approved visa.

1. The US Government was magnanimous in applying this additional fee to approved visas only, and not across the board.

2. They stated that they had engaged the Nigerian Government for eighteen (18) months to review our own policy or they will be forced to apply a reciprocal policy, and it seems no results were achieved, hence the additional fee.

It is not a nice development, but he who wants equity has to learn to give equity in return.

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Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by Enick: 8:45pm On Aug 27, 2019
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Enick:
Hello gurus

I have traveled to the UK, and UAE. I intend to apply for US B1/B2 visa. I have a brother in the US who is very close to obtaining citizenship and possibly file for us(his siblings) in the near future. He entered the United state with a spouse visa.

I want to be very honest with my application but I am thinking if I mention my brother in my application, it is almost certain I may be denied because he could be seen a strong reason why I may not return.


Do you think I should say anything about him or include him? I am married with three kids but I intend to apply alone. What are your opinions?


Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by emily111: 9:01pm On Aug 27, 2019
shagaman:



Let me give you a little advice if you would be patient enough.

1) if genuinely you have a job offer in the uk why the rush to get a US visa, because it is far easier to get a visa from uk than Nigeria.
2) you have done medical as you said thus all your plans and savings should be geared towards your relocation to the uk, this guys are psychologists they read between the lines .

Concentrate on the uk Job and pray it works out fine after working for a while in the uk then you can go on vacation in the US. the choice is yours

Good evening sir, yes i genuinely have a job in the UK, and not that i just applied for the US visa, i applied since April and got appointment for August 29. my Uk job offer came up July.

Can i cancel the appointment without going and hope that wont affect my visa fee if that is possible i would do that

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