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Favvick:
Visaofficer

I wish to apply for 2019 DV lottery. I'm a Nigerian, my mum is a Togolese. My country of birth is Togo but I don't have a birth certificate to show I was birthed in Togo.

Or can I just use the country of birth of my mother (Togo) since I don't of birth certificate but then, I dont understand this phrase
Finally, if you were born in a country not eligible to participate in this year’s diversity visa green card program, you can be "charged" to the country of birth of either of your parents as long as neither parent was a resident of your country of birth at the time of your birth


How do I go about it?


Thanks sir

Good morning,

In order to qualify for the diversity visa program, you must be a native or be chargeable to a country eligible for the DV program. To be considered a native of Togo, you would need to provide valid documentary proof that you were born there. Your question on claiming the birthplace of a parent applies if neither of your parents was born in nor was a resident of the non-qualifying country (in this case, Nigeria) at the time of your birth. I hope this helps to answer your question.

femmo1:
Dear VO,

I'm 19years old I applied for a conference in US a year ago which on my passport there was a mistake of age 27years old i applied with the age because of no good advice then now my dad who is a greencard holder wants to file for me under f2A as child. What can I do to correct this problem and I hope it will not affect my greencard process to be granted? As a child of a greencard holder.

Thanks

So you applied for a visitor visa using fraudulent documents and wonder if this will affect your application? Of course it will.

The best thing you can do is to be honest about this and admit your mistakes. The consular officer will then make a determination as to next steps, which could range from issuing the visa up to and including banning you from entering the United States for life. The only way to find out is to go through the process.

I would caution you, though, that if you actually are 27 and want to pass as 19 because of some perceived benefit, your father's residency status could be in jeopardy -- he could be deported -- or he may never become a U.S. citizen. It's never, ever worth lying.

Regards,
VO

maryLu:
Dear VO,

Thank you for your response. I was anxiously waiting for it as we are at one of the most important crossroads in our lives, so all the information I am able to gather is so important . Since we have entered the country we have attended college and both of us got degrees- RN and mechanical engineer (tuition payed by ourselves), started a small business (payed taxes) and started a family. No deportation orders, no criminal history, no claims to citizenship. Our attorney feels very confident that we have a very good chance to come back, however I am worried and trying to gather as much information as I can, and try to go over all kinds of scenarios. I wanted to ask you if my husband has d/s stamped on his I94, is he subject to the 10 year ban? ( status has not been terminated ). (I understand that without the waiver I will be found inadmissible).
Thank you.

Your immigration lawyer and/or USCIS will be better able to give you guidance on your husband's I-94 status. Other than that, I do not know what else to tell you. You broke the law and enjoyed the benefits of being a resident of the United States without actually being a resident. Many tens of thousands of people are trying to do the same, except they're doing it legally, and waiting their turn.

Regards,
VO

robsilva:
Dear Vo,

I am DV 2018 selectee, I am Brazilian with chargebiliate in Germany (my wife is German). I currently live in Germany with my wife and my two children. Before I moved here I had a F1 visa and lived in New York from 2005 to 2012. I studied and graduated there, once I finished my studies I left the country and did not overstay, however while I was studying there I had to work because my parents couldn't afford to send me money, so I worked from 2006 till 2011. This was unauthorized work. I paid taxes and I used my SSN. I did not claim to be USA citizen I did not fill any form where I would have to claim that. My question is would that cause a denial to my DV visa? I qualified in all other requirements and so as my wife. My interview will be in Frankfurt and I have disclosured that in DS260. Please if you could answer me that I would really appreciate I don't find much information about that online. Thanks in advance best regards.
Ps. I m sorry that I m not from Nigeria.

This is a question for the adjudicating officer. It is otherwise impossible to determine how this information will affect your chances of getting a visa. Sorry I cannot be more helpful.

Regards,
VO

Timetravel88:
Good day VO,
I will like to know if DHL sends notifications for passport collection once it's ready or do we just go there after 3 working days and assume it's ready.
Thank you.

This appears to be a non-immigration visa question. Please take your question to the non-immigrant visa forum.

If this is an immigrant visa, you will not be notified when your visa is ready. You may go to the DHL center in Victoria Island for pickup 10 business days after your approved interview. You can also check online at the website you were given during your information session, or you can write us at LagosIV@state.gov if you have waited at least 10 business days.

Regards,
VO

kennyfem:
Dear VO,

My brother 27years old is currently in US on b1/b2 visa mother is a greencard holder she just filed for him as he is currently in US. My question is can he stay till he get his greencard. Hope that will not affect him by denying him the parmanent visa, since he is in US when the filing was made. Thanks

Hope to hearing from you soon.

This is called an adjustment of status. Whether or not you can stay while this process is underway is entirely up to USCIS. You need to contact them as soon as possible advising them of your intent.

Regards,
VO

Gaggi:
Hi, VO. How do I contact the immigration dept to inform them I'm now married and have kids. Though my application filed by my citizen sister few years ago has not been approved, I was informed I can still add those details now as that would enable my family get visas with me if my application gets approved in future. Thanks.

Your citizen sister will be able to start this process for you. Contact her.

Regards,
VO

chinemomah2020:
texrem:

VO: OMG! this is perfectly arranged, did you arrange all this by yourself?
Me: Yes Ma, I did. I replied with a stunning smile. (Remembering my texrem words: Maintain eye contact, be audible and smile)

I won't comment as to whether or not a Consular Officer will say, "OMG!", but I will say that we do not expect nor want documents arranged in any way. When you approach the window, you should hand over your international passport, I-20, and SEVIS receipt. The order does not matter.

Regards,
VO

maryLu:
Dear VO,

I am writing to you because my husband and I are in unique situation, and we are looking for some guidance regarding our immigration situation. My husband entered the US on a student visa (F1) with d/s stamped on his I94 . He attended college for over 5 years, however he had to drop due to cost. In 2008 the company he has been working for offered to start the process for a EB3 visa. Perm was approved in 2008, I 140 approved in 2009. His priority date was current in 2013.( we were previously informed by another immigration attorney that the NVC will contact us when date is current) When we went to see a different immigration attorney earlier this year we were informed that the priority date is current and that the employer should file I824 to have the case transferred to the NVC, since he needs consular processing and can not do AOS. He also told us that because my husband has d/s on his I94 he is AOS but did not aquire unlawfull presence. I am a dependent on his case, I have enterd on a B2 visa and have unlawful presence, but out attorney has advised us that I qualify for I601A since my parents are USC and I do have a strong waiver case, based on our family situation. We have 4 USC children, no criminal record, and the job is still available for my husband. I am absolutely terrified to leave the country for consular interview. Our entire families are here, our children know no other life- do not speak our native language., we have nobody back home(except for extended family)and the thought of not being able to come back terrifies me. I know I have made a mistake by overstaying my B2 visa- I was young and naive, and listened to the wrong advice, I would do anything to take it back. My question for you is do you think that there will be a problem with the I140 being approved in 2009 and the priority date being current in 2013? Job hasn't changed, employer will have a job offer for my husband. If my waiver gets approved will my unlawful presence still be an issue to get the visa. Thank you for reading my lengthy post.

This is a complicated case but unfortunately not unique. It is good that you are working with an immigration attorney and also encouraging that you appear ready to become a legal resident after all these years.

From a Consular Officer's perspective, you will not be able to get a visa until the waiver's approved. You should also ensure that there are no other ineligibilities (check with your lawyer about the different types.) For USCIS / DHS, your ability to secure a waiver through the I-601A process is mostly based on the simple math of when you arrived in the U.S., how long you stayed, and when you left, combined with what you've done in the U.S. since you arrived. If the waiver is not approved, you will be subject to a 10-year ban from entering the U.S. once you leave.

Regards,
VO

leakage01:
Dear VO,
I was not married when my dad filed F1 for me in 2009 but now (2012)I am married with a son and I never informed nvc because I was not aware. I have filled form ds260 truthfully and declared that I am married with a son, I have also sent all necessary docs to them.

My dad contacted nvc and was told to submit docs to them regarding my spouse and we have done so. My sons name is already showing accompany under ceac but nothing about my spouse yet.

Pls will nvc further delay my visa application because of the fact that am now married? What steps am I to take now?
Still awaiting your response.
Thanks

Yes, since you are now married, you will move from an F1 to an F3 visa. This will probably delay your visa interview by about 4-5 years, based on the latest Visa Bulletin. While I realize that this is not the news you want to hear, the fact you have come forward and admitted being married means you and your family are off to a great start in the United States. For further information, you should contact USCIS.

Regards,
VO

chokey419:
in my experience yes. You are now under f3 visa category. Its takes around 12yrs to become current.

This forum is moderated by U.S. Consular Officers. If you are not a CO, please do not answer any questions. You are welcome to reply to a post in any of the other public forums. In the future, any question answered by a non-visa officer will be deleted.

Regards,
VO

farastrongman:
Thank you all I appreciate everyone expecially the Consular officer. I got my visa approved today. It been God, journey of over ten years... Wow!

Congratulations!

OluDare01:
lol
This guy has an MSc in savagery

But to be frank, I don't know how a student won't have a study plan. You folks on this thread just make person weak

We see this type of "student" all the time. They don't usually get to America.

Regards,
VO

Melonne:
Hello VO,

I am a USC and recently filed the I-130 petition for my husband. We got married in late 2016 after having dated for 3 years. I was told that the current processing times for immigrant visa is 2 years.

I was wondering if we filed the K3 visa application if that could potentially speed up my husbands ability to enter the US? We are having a baby soon and while I understand he will miss the birth and first few months I would really want him to meet his child as soon as possible. If not for the baby coming soon I would not be so anxious.

I have been getting conflicting responses about the K3, some say its a waste of money and time as it takes just as long as the I-130, others say it shaves a few months off the wait times.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you

I cannot advise you on which visa class you should apply for. Both the K1 and CR1 have pros and cons. If you are still stuck, you may wish to consult with an immigration attorney.

Regards,
VO

Nezzi:
VO, please I might need your urgent response to my message. April 2016 is my first visa application to US embassy and I apply with my family in Abuja.
when the interview was about to be concluded the consular ask if I have apply for Immigrant visa before and I answered No Because 2016 was my first ever application..my answer lead to few minute argument. the consular who claimed I was insincere that she has it my record that I've applied for immigrant visa before and immediately gave me a refusal letter..I was confused but I have no option since I was not given chance to defend myself..
I reapply again this year with my wife and only one of my children but in Lagos..the consular that interviewed us also asked me if I have ever apply for DV Immigrant Visa before and my answer remain NO because I have never.. the consular told me our passport ll have to remain with him ,in exchange he gave me a white paper sheet which I assumed to be a pick up..but to my surprise there is no visa on our passport at pick up instead there is refusal letter.. I ve written a letter to Lagos NIV to properly and thoroughly investigate the wrong insincerity allegation against me.. I'm 100% sure there must have been a mistake of identity in my record or something else.. but up to this moment I haven't hear back from Lagos NIV..please help me for future purposes. I am not appealing for visa to be granted by force but for future application. how can I correct this mistake made from the embassy on my history record?? it is easy to say if I have been denied any visa before since it is not a crime but how can I admit what has never happened ?? please how can I rectify the error?

This is a non-immigrant visa question. Please take this to the moderated non-immigrant visa forum.

Regards,
VO

bodescous:
. There is no VO contributing or interacting on this topic..It is a topic created by someone(Slightlymad)That's her monicker, for people waiting for their priority dates to become current....If you really want to ask question from a US VO,follow this link https://www.nairaland.com/2669622/u.s-immigration-questions-ask-u.s/54 That's for the immigrants visa questions. Good luck to you.

This is important. The only real visa officers on Nairaland post under VisaOfficer, AbujaNIV, and LagosNIV. Any other moniker is not a real VO. I am concerned that someone has been answering questions about immigrant visas as a VO when in fact they are not. It is OK to give and receive advice, but be careful about the source.

As mentioned earlier, the thread monitored by a real VO is:

https://www.nairaland.com/2669622/u.s-immigration-questions-ask-u.s/54

Regards,
(a real) VO

IHate9ja1:
Honestly packaging/lying in ANY visit visa application isn't worth it. Currently where I work I met a guy who is looking to get hired, so we got talking and he opened up about how he was denied a usa B2 visa along side his wife and daughter, I requested to see a copy of his DS160 form which he brought yesterday,he was interviewed at abuja (about 5/6pages) did a photocopy while I handed him back his own copy and guess what information there was bogus despite having good home ties (married), went ahead and made travel plans(desperation) and I pointed out his errors at least based on what i have learned on here. And sincerely it changed my impression big time,here are few lessons
1) lying ruins your credibility and it's correction takes time that's if you don't get banned.
2) going to the usa is good but it isn't a do or die affair.
3) i found it more prestigious to visit and return i.e first visit you get 6months, upon your return and second visit you get 2years with a drop box renewal option. I find this more sweeter than over staying and falling out of status,open more doors to visit other countries.
4) it's more better to follow the Rules and say the truth,even if you earn less than 100k in salary don't inflate how much you earn. I know the situation here in 9ja is tough but [b]it's not advisable one lies as it affects not only the applicant but also his/her family members [/b]who intend to apply for visa.
5) applicants should ensure they have a genuine and clearly defined purpose on why they intend to visit the usa
Enough said, I'd rather say the truth with a clear conscience and get denied, than ruin my credibility with lies just to get a sticker

This is well-said. I would add to the above and suggest that one's lies not only affect you and your immediate family, but also reflect poorly on ALL Nigerians. If you care about your people and your country, you can do your part by being honest about your intentions when applying and honest when you get to America.

Regards,
VO

steryville:
Dear VO
Thank sir for d great work ure doing here,God bless u.a quick questions sir for you,is a legal permanent resident spouse qualified to apply for a K non immigrant visa from nigeria?though a notification of d I-130 petition has been received but hasn't been approved by USCIS.if yes how does he go about it.
Look forward to ur reply.

A legal permament resident (LPR) cannot file a K1 or K3 visa. Only U.S. citizens can file those. Second, there appears to be a lot of confusion with the above post. You might want to consider working with an immigration attorney.

Regards,
VO

Myzzz:
name on my birth certificate for example:
Micheal Ayo Ola James(last name)
on my passport and other documents I have: Ayo Ola James. Pls will this be a problem when the embassy request for my birth certificate

Maybe. You won't know until you get to your interview.

Regards,
VO

Olatoki:
Hello VO, please I will like to know is there a particular state police division you recognize for police report or it can be done any state any division?? Thanks

Any state division is fine as long as they have the ability to do your fingerprints, too.

Regards,
VO

Chicksy:
Hello Vo..my dad is a USC and he filed for 6 of us in 2015,Last year august we received a envelope from USCIS containing 6 papers and indicating that the petition has been approved and sent to NVC...NVC asked for some documents and fee which my dad already submitted.. But since then till now no notification from NVC..my question is how long does the NVC processing take.and when the case is completed a letter or notification be sent for each one of us,or just a single letter..And is there anything to be done to hasten it cos its close to a year already...For the interview is the 6 of us going to be interviewed together or individually or is it our dad that will be interviewed. (Unmarried children of a us citizen under 21)

As has been written many times before, any question that amounts to "how long" before you have had your interview at the Consulate will be summarily deleted.

Regards,
VO

Alexzy17:
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This is the fastest way to nearly 100% guarantee you will NOT get a visa. Do this at your own risk.

Regards,
VO

endyendy1:
Dear VO,

Can you tell me why it is a good idea, but not too much.
I don't understand. Please, I do not want to violate the terms of my visa.

Thanks

You need to figure this out on your own.

Regards,
VO

endyendy1:
Thank you so much for your response, however I do not have a pending immigrant application now, I only wanted to know the implication of a pending application to the outcome of the renewal of a non-immigrant visa.
If I eventually have one. I will talk about it. For now, let me be enjoying my non-immigrant visa.
Thanks

That is a good idea. But not too much

Regards,
VO

gaviria:
Well I believe if Dad's a citizen then the guy can apply for Immigrants visa. And it's about being truthful, and the VO knows he could have lied and said his dad is in Nigeria. VO sha won't google his Father's name. So since he's eligible for an immigrants visa I think I don't see where saying Dad in the US is a sponsor. I've seen transcripts here and MSinUS where this was the same issue and visa was granted without many many questions. But then what do I know, you're the queen bee

We don't have to Google his father's name. We would already know his father's name and we would know he is a citizen.

Regards,
VO

cmbagwu:
Please what's the best option? My family is here (well, apart from my father) and I have a good business I run plus I was given a study leave from my office. Please what suggestion is applicable in this situation?

I don't understand the dilemma. You seem to be fishing for someone to tell you to make up a story. Present the facts as they are. Tell the truth. It's that simple.

Regards,
VO

What I mean is if an adult US citizen can file for his/her sibling who is an adult, if it is possible, will the petition affect the beneficiary from getting a renewal of his/her B1/B2 visa even when he/she has never violated the terms of his B1/B2 visa.




Anything you do can affect a visa application, both positively and negatively. That said, I cannot predict the future. The only way to find out is to schedule an interview. At the interview, I would strongly recommend that you tell the truth about all pending applications.

Regards,
VO

shegzd:
Hello vo,please you haven't answered my questions thank you

Can you rewrite your question? Remember that any question that amounts to "how long" when you have not yet had an interview, or any question that relates to a non-immigrant visa, will be deleted without notice.

Regards,
VO

tolarr:
Hello VO, Please I'll like to make an inquiry . My dad filled a form I130 for me , my wife and two of my sons in 2012. Up till now (2017) we have not heard anything. I've checked the status severally; in 2013/14, the status was showing '' Initial review'', and now, since 2015, no update since 2014 on the USCIS web. Please, do you know if something is wrong with the application made by my dad, or this long waiting process is normal.
I applied for a visiting visa in 2014 but i was denied. The VO did not give any clear reason order than to tell me i was not eligible for the visa. Though a friend said it was because i had an immigrant petition pending.
As to the initial point i raised, please, what do you think could be the reason for the delay, and what steps can i take to ensure a speedy processing.
Thanks
Regards

This is a question for USCIS. I have no visbility to any file which hasn't reached the Consulate. Your father might have better success as he is the petitioner in America.

Regards,
VO

endyendy1:
Dear VO,

I must thank you for the work you are doing, God bless you.
I want to ask if a sibling can file an immigrant petition for a married adult child and how long it may likely take to process if that is possible.

I'm not sure I understand the question. A sibling can file for a sibling. A sibling can also file for his or her child. But a sibling cannot file for another person's child. Keep in mind that only U.S. citizens may file for a married adult child.

If you can clarify the question, I might be able to help. Otherwise, you might want to consult an immigration attorney.

Regards,
VO

uniqueprivacy:
Hello VO, please I am reposting this message as I am yet to get a response. I look forward to your attention to my concerns. Thank you again for all you do.

Performing DNA is not required. However, DNA is the most reliable indicator of a biological relationship but, as you note, it can be expensive and time consuming. Many people get a visa without DNA. A consular officer will make a determination as to what further evidence is required for you.

Regards,
VO

travelfar:
Hello VO,
Thanks for your answer. I live in Australia and the autofill of the computer every time a form ask for a country automatically will put Australia.
I just don't know what's the point to come to the interview if the CO can't approve the visa.
I wanted to know if there was even the slimmest chance to get approve?Otherwise going to the interview sounds like painful knowing that is impossible.

The only way you will find out is if you attend an interview. I cannot give you a probability. You might want to consult with an immigration attorney.

Regards,
VO