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TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 5:32pm On Jan 22, 2019
Many thanks. I hop I won’t look too desperate applying in the same year 2ce
domex007:
that said you can try US again or another country. I am so sorry for the delay
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 10:30am On Jan 22, 2019
walex57:
What were the questions asked and what were your replies. If you can post your transcript, we might be able to assist with a thing or two regarding approach to your situation.
i would post the little details of my interview that i can remember after passing 120 and passport
1st interview Dec 17, 2nd was jan 2

VO: WHY MSC IN PUBLIC ADMIN

ME: I beleive due to my 10 years work experience, i am due to hve a masters. i chose masters in public admin, due to my experience at my place of work, i have been a volunteer member of ........ where we help children living with ... and source for funds ....... at my place of work i have been moved to ..... desk where we help women ......... also i intend to own y own NGO in the future. with the masters in PUB Admin, i beleive it would give a boost to my career advancement and opportunity. i have been made the head of ... desk and after taking a study leave for this course it would help me gather the knowledge required to perform on the role.

VO: who is funding for this trip

ME: it is co sponsored by my husband and i

VO: Can i have your bank statement (i passed it and explained its our joint account statement.. which was sufficiently funded as indicated in the i 20)


VO: I just saw an inflow, why such all of a sudden.

ME: This was as a liquidation of our fixed deposit investment. (passed him a copy of the fixed deposit certificate) this is a copy of the fixed deposit certificate which shows it was liquidated yesterday. Its no longer valid because the investment was just liquidated due to todays interview. If you look at the statement you would notice the funds have been in the account since october but we had to invest it to get interests.

VO: ok this is fine, i see you stayed in the usa for over 2 months, what was this about

ME: I HAD OBTAINED A MEDICAL VISA IN 2017, AS I went to have a baby, this was indicated at my interview that i would be in the usa for that length of time.



VO: Do you have your receipts

ME: YES (PASSED the zero balance statement)

VO: (studied it for a while) how much did you pay for this, was it normal delivery or CS

me: Normal delivery, total was about $5k , this was the contract signed in the hospital for self pay

VO: OK , but i want you to note that these hospitals do some things behind you, and give you an affordable bill, a standard bill for delivery in the usa should be about $20k.

ME: i didnt know this, i met with the hospital and this was the bill given to me on a contract for self pay

VO: i know you dont know, but its ok. excuse me for a minute (he goes to meet one witch with the statement that had denied every single soul, probably his supervisor)

VO: sorrry about that i had to make a little clarification. (looks at the 1-20) Your i20 states that English proficiency is required, where is your English proficiency test.

ME: The school waived English test on my behalf as my B.SC was done in English, also i had done an IELTS test before the school waived it.

VO: (Getting Angry) WHERE IS IThuh

ME: unfortunately its nt here with me. I had obtained an admission from the school because i was qualified and submitted the necessary documents to the school. i wont have been offered the admission if i wasn't Proficient, can you please allow me to bring the documents later or send via email.

VO: Based on som conditions your VISA is not approved. You can come back for B1 B2 visa but you dont qualify for this visa.

ME: Please does this mean i cant school in the USA..

VO: It depends on who you meet but this is my decision.


I Didnt give up, i reapplied for Jan 2nd at Abuja

i would like to point out that every single soul was denied that day only 2 VOs were interviewing, the ambiance was sooooo tense

VO: I see you had come for an interview for weeeks ago, what has changed

ME: SCHOOLS Resumes Jan 7, however, at the last interview, i wasnt able to provide my English test because i didnt take itwith me to the interview, I also have a letter from the school to explain the waiver on English.

VO: OK, why this school Tarleton State University

me: It affordable, the school is in Texas which has a great wether. Also, after various research, i realised that the school is highly rate for the course , and one of the Top schools in the USA.. (she cuts me)

VO: What other schools did you apply to

ME: Florida Atlantic uni and university of Massasuchets, I didnt get Florida Atlantic Uni

VO: under the immigration laws in the USA you dont qualify for this VISA(same old story to every soul at the embassy)

GUYS please what do you think should i go to another country or reapply. i am already processing other options but i need your thoughts on this.

kindly advise what i should have done better. i work in a reputable organisation. at the first interview it looked like i was getting it after spending 30 mins. i feel like the guy got upset cos he had moved on on the affordable hospital bill, then i now didnt bring my test result or letter from the school.

i only need advise
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 6:22am On Jan 21, 2019
Hello Everyone

I got denied f1 visa in Dec 17 2018 and Jan 2 2019. Should I proceed in reapplying mid year. Schools resumed in January and am thinking of deferring to the next session.
Should I hold on for now. Because I don’t want any red flag with those guys I don’t want to look desperate. I just prefer USA as school choice that’s all
TravelRe: GENERAL Irish (student)visa & Work Permit-New THREAD*** by wintabotom: 12:33pm On Jan 20, 2019
Good Day everyone

Please I intend to pursue my mba (marketing) what are my chances of getting a job after studies. The permanent residence is very key. Guys please advise courses. I have 10 years work experience majorly in sales.
TravelRe: Giving Birth In Canada by wintabotom: 11:34am On Jan 18, 2019
Please guys advise me I had taken a medical visa in 2017 visa expired in December last month. I had traveled to the USA twice after. I recently applied for an F1 visa and was denied the VO asked for my English proficiency test but I didn’t take it with me. After reading this thread one thing I noticed was that he looked at my hospital statement (0 balance) gave him and he didn’t have any issues with it but pointed out that he knows I don’t knw but hospitals that give this kind of bills do some things behind that I don’t know. I explained to him I paid 5k and shows the contract for sef pay. He sounded like it’s not my fault and he didn’t have a prob with it. He later ask for the English test which wasn’t with me and got upset due to that and denied my appli. It seemed I was almost getting the visa until the English test question came up. The VO added that you can come back for a b1 b2 but u don’t qualify for this visa.

Guys I want to apply to Canada for a visa just Incase I have a baby this year. I was denied in Dec and Jan . Do u think Canada wld give me knowing USA just denied me. I have 2 years Uk visa and about getting school admission to Ireland.. Please advise me should I apply next month to Canada or wait till I get the Ireland student visa .
aye88:
Good point. Very apt. Whoever wants to apply for visa should do so now. Even if you are going to use it later.
TravelRe: Giving Birth In Canada by wintabotom: 5:41am On Jan 18, 2019
Am considering applying for Canada visa I was just rejected by the USA please wat was the time frame of your application and USA refusal. Mine was in January. Can I start applying for Canada by May?
Oleayo22:
I travelled at the week I did because US refused to grant me visa and so when canada came through, I did what was best for my child.
But iI would say that it's best not to travel with a toddler especially an active one except you are going with your spouse or mum. In my case, i travelled with my husband and both are going back pretty soon.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 9:03pm On Jan 17, 2019
Lol.. I wish you success in USA jare. This is what they deserve. People that didn’t plan to migrate are not getting. my brother please enjoy yourself
domex007:
you are trying to look for fault with my APPROVAL when you should be helping the trend chase their dream
i dont have the time to argue with you! Brother Justwise has never deleted my post and i wont let him start now! wink
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 3:44pm On Jan 17, 2019
Bros this is an open forum. We are allowed to share our thoughts and opinions whatsoever please
UzzyBreeze:
Like every other developed nations, getting the United States visa approved has not been easy. Tightened measures or not, people still get approved on daily basis. You never know until you tried. And I'm sure with proper documents and genuine intention, one would still be approved. If not immediately but eventually. Please don't discourage anyone whatsoever! Thank you.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 3:40pm On Jan 17, 2019
True talk thanks I appreciate
Beblessedbaba:
for now stay off and don't apply immediately even if you have visa to 20 countries. It would have been better if you renewed your b1b2 before student visa as it will have been issued to you there after you can apply and be issued student visa. Visit other countries but you can reapply later.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 10:14am On Jan 17, 2019
Like I said earlier I feel there is a new policy with visa issuance at the USA embassy’s. Denial rate has sky rocketed. I have friends who have been going for years without any default. They have all been refused for no reason. Please a man who works in Shell can never have any intent to migrate without proper job at the USA. I agreed that Canada had to speak to the USA to revisit their visa issuance as people have been crossing into Canada from the USA and seeking asylum. In my opinion I think we should leave USA for now. They would calm down later.
domex007:
Am sorry for the denial bro.

when i was applying for canadian visa in 2016, i remember there was a part (except it has been changed now) where they ask and specify if you have been denied a USA VISA so there is no point trying to justify misrepresentation for the ban.

My advice to you is to give US one last trial. My opinion though


my first 3 US application were filled with lies in the interview and they were all denied. My Canadian visa application was filled with the a little lie and was also denied.
MY FOURTH US APPLICATION was the absolute truth (I have never been that honest in my life grin) but to my greatest surprise it was approved.
MY ADVISE TO ALL IN THE HOUSE: NEVER LIE TO ANY EMBASSY IN YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION. YOU CAN LIE IN THE INTERVIEW OR THE Statement of purpose BUT DONT EVER LIE IN YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION. (THAT LIE STAYS FOR A VERY LONG TIME)

One love from this guy grin
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 8:44pm On Jan 16, 2019
whandeykoal:
If you wore a suit, then I was behind you. You were vocal that everybody on the queue was listening. My first and last denial by God's grace. God knows best
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 8:42pm On Jan 16, 2019
Abuja?
whandeykoal:
If you wore a suit, then I was behind you. You were vocal that everybody on the queue was listening. My first and last denial by God's grace. God knows best
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 8:40pm On Jan 16, 2019
Please clarify why my profile looks desperate. I had a b1 b2 which just expired. I re apllied for the f1 cos school was resuming 1st week jan. Also am not interested in schooling in the usa again. Truth is i am already trying other options for my masters.

If the us visa denial wld not affect my getting a canada visiting visa. Honestly i dont need it.

I have 2 yrs uk visa currently and travel history to the usa. If this wont affect my visiting visa to canada i wont even bother with then for now.
Also i would soon be resuming at new school am doing my masters since i couldnt get their visa
Beblessedbaba:
In your own interest don't try it. Your profile looks desperate which you state you are not as you are willing to convince the VO.

However, will that opportunity present itself. Please hold on till fall 2019 and reapply for student visa not b1/b2 visa.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 5:31pm On Jan 16, 2019
Please i need advise. I got denied F1 visa on the 18th of Dec last year. The interview was going well until the VO asked for my english proficiency test. Told him i had 7 in ielts although i had a waiver from the school due to the fact that my bSc was done in english language. Unfortunately he asked for the evidence of all the english proficiency test i told him i didnt have it with me. As a result i was denied. I tried again on the 2nd of January this year the VO asked me what has changed explained to her that i have the english results and letter from d school. Madam just asked me names of the school i had applied to told her the 3 school. She asked y i chose the school told her all the story of being the best school for my course public admin. Told her they are highly ranked generally blah blah. Anyways she denied me.
The issue now is i need to renew my b1 b2 visa which expired in dec 2018. I don't want to school in the USA again. Please advise me should i go ahead and apply mid year for vacation or just forget them for this year. Reason is i need to also get a visiting visa to Canada and i hear usa refusal sometimes affect them. Hence the reason for wanting to get a b1 b2 renewal. I would do my masters in Lagos maybe. Please note i didnt have any issues with funding at all at d interview huh
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 4:48pm On Jan 16, 2019
But u would agree with me that the denial rate is now very high. I knw a lot of people who used to renew b1 b2 seamlessly. Almost all of them have been denied Via 221g. For no reason. I just feel Trump has a part to play in this. Like a stricter measure is now in place. My opinion though. Would explain my interview soon.
Ubah1:
Well, people are still getting visa irrespective of any new policy.
TravelRe: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by wintabotom: 4:35pm On Jan 16, 2019
Those guys are denying everyone so it’s not you even people who have been going for years without any default. I was just denied student visa too. Honestly I think there is a new policy we might need to hold on applying for now so we understand them. The day I went for my interview no soul was given visa. same line of denial u don’t qualify PSchioor
IAMANGELMICHAEL:
Silent Reader, First interview. My visa was delayed today at Lagos.

My transcript:

VO: Why are you going to the USA?

ME: I'm going for my masters degree in Economics

VO: Why Economics

ME: While doing statistics as an undergraduate course, during that time I did econometrics 1 and 2 as a departmental course which is a branch of Economics I developed an interest for the theoretical part of its financials. Ever since it has been something I'm very passionate about.

VO: Why California State University LA

ME: The economics department of CSULA has a research area that most interest me and can benefit Nigeria if well detected. Which is international macroeconomics and currency crises.

VO: What will the course do for you?

ME: I will be exposed to devaluation and revaluation which is the adjustment in the value of a country currency in relation to other countries currency, and this devaluation is what Nigeria has been facing for the past few years I see this as a major gap in the country's economy which needs to be bridged.

VO: who's sponsoring you?

ME: My dad

VO: pass his bank statement

ME: I obliged

VO: Checked my I-20 and my bank statement... was calculating.... opened the last page was calculating (For my mind oga gimme visa jare the thing meet up). All of a sudden the guy just started shaking head for all of his family in the United States. Sorry, you're not eligible yen yen yen


PS: 15million+ is the closing balance and the esitmates on my I-20 is 13million, Is it the fact that it's as if I want to empty my dad's account for the study that causes the denial or what. The school resumes on 22, I'm planning to collect a letter of extension of resumption date as I'm planning to re-apply. The school doesn't accept an admission deferral.

Please let me know what you guys thing about this so that it will be considered while going to the embassy the second time.
TravelRe: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by wintabotom: 5:33pm On Jan 13, 2019
OmoBendel24:
No much biggy, looks good still! But if you can renew your B1/B2 visa first, it may help. Never "forget" to indicate truthfully in your application that your US F1 visa application was refused, very important.
Ok thanks but getting a b1 b2 is pretty tough these days. I would wait for a while then re apply. Honestly I don’t want b1 b2 again coz the denial rate is quite high these days
TravelRe: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by wintabotom: 4:31pm On Jan 13, 2019
Hello Everyone
Please I need advise I was just denied student visa to the USA. I intend traveling for vacation to Canada soon. Is it a good idea to apply to Canada now for holiday. I currently have a valued 2 yrs Uk visa and my visiting USA visa just expired last month. Please let me knw what u think. I have also been to Dubai Uk and USA on different occasions FYI . Since my student visa was denied this January is it a good idea to apply for Canada tourist visa mid year 2019?. If yes please advise me
BusinessGlo Customer Care - What Do You Think? by wintabotom(op): 12:47pm On Dec 04, 2009
hi guys i couldnt help but post this, i have had a bad ordeal with Glo since i started using their line. to make matters worse their customer service team is the worst so far in Nigeria. To confirm this, i would like you guys to share your experiences with their customer care (call centre ) i have never called them and ever gotten my query resolved, for example I subscribed to this caller tune shit, i requested for a particular tune and at the end of the day it was crap given. i have called them 4 times now to unsuscribe but they keep giving thesame instruction to send dereg to 7728 and i when i send this message i get a reply instructing me to call customer care as am in the wrong service status saying I cant deregister from the service. Guys my problem is that the agents are not just arrogant but they make you go round in circle and at the end of the day you dont achive a thing. Pheeew! i think i am just gonna change my line, end of story.


Guys please help if you've been in my shoes and git the prob resolved , kindly reply also for people who know what i mean when i say the call centre agent have the poorest customer service share your experience.
TV/MoviesRe: Big Brother Africa 4 (The Official Thread) by wintabotom: 12:29pm On Oct 22, 2009
I hope y'll ve been voting for kevin keep voting and i heard u can sign up on mxit where you wld have 1o vote per day. the competition is high, its naija against Africa now cos there are 3 nigerians in the hse, we cant forfeit kevin's chance against those 2 boring naija babes, keep voting sms vote kevin to 34350 or vote online @www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother.

thank you dont give up voting closes @ 6pm on sun, Quinn has got a large fan base
TV/MoviesRe: Big Brother Africa 4 (The Official Thread) by wintabotom: 12:53pm On Oct 21, 2009
sorry wat mess has kevin made again? we still need to support him @ least he is beta than those boring naija girls
TV/MoviesRe: Big Brother Africa 4 (The Official Thread) by wintabotom: 12:51pm On Oct 21, 2009
i just voted with my phone any way i used the same website www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother keep trying, dont give up, i ve been tryna use my computer but its quite slow so ve been browsing thru my phone
TV/MoviesRe: Big Brother Africa 4 (The Official Thread) by wintabotom: 12:45pm On Oct 21, 2009
guyz also try and vote for elizabeth u know they are paired, so this will help a lil to, keep switching your votes, but make sure u give kevin more votes,
TV/MoviesRe: Big Brother Africa 4 (The Official Thread) by wintabotom: 12:07pm On Oct 21, 2009
the secret to helping our guy kevin is to register with diferent names u know na, so that 1 person can vote for him over 25 times an hr, abeg o naija we need to keep kevin in the house cos the other 2 gals are sooo boring and nt representing.
to vote visit www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother  or  text vote kevin to 34350 (N75 PER SMS)
Nairaland GeneralRe: Bigbrother Africa Revolution:kevin Needs Our Vote Plssssssssssss by wintabotom: 2:35pm On Oct 20, 2009
the website that counts ur vote is www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother
TV/MoviesBig Brother Africa by wintabotom(op): 12:16pm On Oct 20, 2009
Please kevin needs your vote all you need to do is go to www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother to vote for him, he is the only active Nigerian in the house but is up for eviction this week. our Naija brother needs your vote, kindly vote for him all week,. thank you
EventsRe: Born In September? Find Your Birthmates Here by wintabotom: 4:55pm On Sep 02, 2009
any 20th in d hse cos i was born on the 20th
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Huawei Is Harrassing Staff To Sign Oath! by wintabotom: 12:18pm On Jul 20, 2009
that Huawei is a very , i reserve my comments, they still have mouth with the pea nuts they pay their staffs, the staffs need to fight for their rights
PhonesRe: What Brand And Model Is Your Mobile? by wintabotom: 2:57pm On May 04, 2009
nokia e71, am loving dis gadget like crazy, with wlan connection, na awuf browsing for me
PhonesRe: What Brand And Model Is Your Mobile? by wintabotom: 2:53pm On May 04, 2009
:-Xe

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