NewStats: 3,263,441 , 8,180,139 topics. Date: Thursday, 05 June 2025 at 10:27 PM 26y43

Jondoe509:
Good day everyone,
Please how do I prove home ties guys? I graduated 2017 and went for nysc 2018. I’m currently not working and I’m not married.

Marriage and job are good reasons. You could also think of other options.

Oguibe2nice:
Any one on AP since June 25.. Cgi track is blank.. Email track returns No status update for this port no.. Case last update 26th June. My school resumes 26th of August.. I'm tearing out and gradually loosing my mind..am I the only one experiencing this emotional torment..

Think about this; they could have easily refused you all these while, but they haven't. That means there is plenty of hope. The earlier you take your mind off the AP to avoid high BP, the better for you.

Alliu123:
Hi everyone,
Pls I need help oooo, my interview is on the 7th of June.
I’m new here, can anyone pls help me

What exactly can we do for you?

LagosismyHome:


Long time... trust you been well and keeping out of trouble Cheers

Predstan:



Missed your 100kobo advice lol

Mkabir243:
Hello Good afternoon,
Please I need an answer to this question,
I went interview for student visa twice last year and I was denied, I used my father as a sponsor last year and I’m thinking of changing my sponsor to my Uncle. Please would that be possible? And will that sound convincing to the vo without any doubt or questions?

If you have a very good reason to switch, then go ahead and be prepared to talk about the reason. Anybody can be your sponsor, but parental sponsorships readily fly with the VOs.

Been a while... Kudos to all who have kept this thread going. Success to all Fall prospects.

LagosismyHome:


it depends on the bank ........ My online bank statement in the US or Uk is exactly like a paper statement since i have signed up for paperless. There is no difference in look between if i print it or if the bank prints it and send it to me ...........which means if i give anybody the online version its exactly the same .

So in some cases i would say the online statement is good to go .

In other words, @Rehabist27 is asking if he could take an unstamped SOA for interview. So further to your advice, I'll like to add in my view, that he's good to go as long as it's a genuine document. It is not necessarily the stamp that makes it a legit document, it could bear a 'stamp' and still be fake. @Rehabist27 if you are confident of surrendering your SOA to VO for further verification, then take your online print along with you.

homirefacuny:


No I think that’s the ish. Started with a B1 attempt last may. For now, I go chill. I wish all applicants success in their pursuits.

Oh! I see, I see, I see.

homirefacuny:
Visa delayed at the Lagos consulate this morning


VO ....The course you told me you are going for is different from what I see on the i20.
Me.... Yes. The Tennessee higher education commission accreditation of computer science is ed on their database as warehousing and data database istration. I have a doc from the school that clarifies that. I gave it to him.


Types forever ....
VO ......sorry I won’t be approving your visa at this time .....bla bla bla

She refused you based on the bolded as (s)he was likely not sufficiently convinced. This is no fault of yours. The VO just found a convenient reason to delay you. If you chose to refire immediately, that's okay. But if you've elected to give it some time. that's fine. I am sure a more experienced VO would adjudicate your application differently.

Oeworldbest1:


1 naira whatsup bro. Please can I use the same port photo I used in July. I'm reapplying?

Why not? As long as it conforms to standard.

Hello guys, stopped commenting for a while due to tight schedule. I see the pages are growing geometrically with wonderful inputs. Happy new year and best wishes to all genuine visa hopefuls...

slamcole:


Both questions sounds similar but mean different things in the context.

The first WHY USM, was to find out what I like about the school and what attracts me to the school.

The second WHY USM was in relation to the other two schools I applied to and got it. The VO wanted to know my reason for opting for usm even when I have it from other schools.

And you'll see that my response were different, because I saw it as an opportunity to actually bring up some interesting facts.

I can't agree any less with your analysis. I hope somebody is learning? Questions are contextual and you must situate it so as to produce the most suiting response. Sometimes these questions don't come in the most anticipated format, since they are aware that most applicants use websites like Nairaland to prepare. So to test you, they revise the questions and once you know your onions, you would always deliver.

adedola5:
Please Guys advise me. I'm 26years going to 27 I only have my NCE certificate. Please what is the chance of my age getting a VISA if I want to go for my degree in USA. Some are telling me my age is too old for degree and that I will be denied

The opportunity is boundless. Don't let anybody limit you. If you have your ission, get your application right and give a good of yourself on the day of reckoning. You should be approved.

Ogunwandetosin:
Ok boss, tnk u. I'll also add that.........Pls which should be my institution 1, secondary skool or uni? Cuz on my previous form, I filled like a CV, putting d latest institution(uni) first.

In descending order from the latest.

Beauty and brains. Keep soaring girl!

Ubah1:


You can use Adeola Memorial Secondary School. Adeola Memorial College High school sounds so odd, don't use that. Rather maintain your Memorial College if you don't want to change. Another V.O might understand it better

Problem identified is half solved. It may not be necessary changing school name right now. I will rather suggest he explains what transpired on his new DS form. There is a column to state the reason for denial. Let him explain this in detail. The next interviewing officer would definitely see the comments.

While @Ogunwandetosin makes effort to put things in the right perspective, I will also advice him to work on the generality of his proposed questions and answers so that that next VO would not find another ground to delay him. He now has a second chance to dot his i's and cross his t's.

The suspended Chairman is a pawn in the hands of the erstwhile Governor, Thief Theodore Orji. Perhaps, the sitting Governor is beginning to grow some balls which is good for the generality of Abians. That state claims to be God's own State, but it appears they are way far away from God.

NaijaOlosho:


Y not just tag it life Imprisonment?

How old is he now, plus 41years?

Meanwhile, Evans case is still lingering, Ganduje, Amaechi, Orji Uzor Kalu plus others are just feeling very free.

This is Nigeria for you

I think he'll spend a maximum of 7 years in the gulags going by the pronouncements of the judge.

Gewezzy1:
Hi house, please does my current work place, be the same as the degree am going for?

It shows consistency and could work to your advantage.

lextube:


No not really. Anyway this is what transpired between myself and the V.O, in order for others to learn from it.

V.O: (Gives me a pink paper) I am sorry, but at this moment I cannot approve your visa. This document will explain why you are denied.

You made several wrong calls. The talk about affordability put paid to your chances. You need to learn the ropes some more and then refire.

It appears Abuja embassy is becoming a scare and a no-go area for visa interviews. This is so unprofessional of them- doling out White Papers and going behind the scene to act the opposite.

Let's watch and see how all these will pan out in the end. 3 "refusals" in quick succession. Hopefully, it turns out to be a glitch as witnessed by a member here few days ago.

yuscodguy:
My proposes Transcript
Kindly help me look through it



VO: I will be approving your visa
Take your i-20 you will need it at the point of entry.

I have looked your transcript thru and thru. I must it you've done a nice job. Go and conquer!

felixboye1:
Please guys in the house. Help me peruse my intending transcript.

The first question on "What, where and why..."
I presume you know the question may not come in that fashion. It would have made more sense if you separated it so I can know if there's any question you are supplying more answers than necessary.

Why WSU? Your responses are okay. You may do well to leave out the minor reasons on the last paragraph.

On sponsorship... you may need to have a convincing response on why Uncles are your sponsors. Ensure to go with the necessary documents indicating your study leave approval.

Over all, you've done a great job on your script. Work on the delivery....Go and conquer!

Jaybeepictures:
Good morning brothers and sisters. please me help look at this proposed mock interview, your duly corrections ans suggestions are really welcome

Your response on Why USI is very shallow and would fetch you a zero score.
What are some of those courses they offer and how are they relevant to you after the program. You didn't need to talk about weather, as it's nonacademic neither was the issue of internship necessary- USI is not the only school with opportunity for internship. If I am not convinced as to why you selected USI, be sure the VO won't adjudicate your response any different.

What will this course do for you? You may need to mention in specific , where exactly you fit in with this degree. Mentioning "public agencies" sounds rather generic. Again, this is an opportunity to talk about the personal appeals that motivated you into this graduate program.


Post-study plans: When you mentioned "Lagos State Secretariat", you sounded too sure you'd get it. Anyway, you need to present yourself as competitive and willing to give your services to jobs that deserve your quality. I am bewildered as to why you're leaving your job with CEO Africa and switching to Lagos state Secretariat. It doesn't show purpose and consistency.

You can expect more questions including riders to the responses you provide.

Work on these...Peace!

Abacino007:
@lagosismyhome @100kobo, pls permit me to PM you.

Go ahead.

doublezero7:
2nd post.
And God heard my prayers...

Congrats again. Go and give a good of yourself and your country.

AyomsD:
Good day House,

Visa Delayed at Abuja Embassy this morning by black american female VO.

ME: Good Morning
VO: Good Morning
VO: Have you travelled out of the country before?
ME: Yes. I have been to Dubai and Ghana
VO: Can I get your old port?
ME: My old port was stolen in 2016 and I have the police report and affidavit.

I applied to study a Masters in ing in PVAMU
VO: Why did you choose this school?
ME: The curriculum takes a multi disciplinary approach integrating finance and management to give me a broader perspectives on organisational issues and how to resolve them. The accredited by AACSB responsible for accreditation of business schools. This accreditation serves as the gold standard of business schools.

VO: Who is sponsoring you?
ME: My mum. She is an educationist and owns schools
VO: How many schools?
ME: 2 schools

VO: What do you plan to do on your return to your country?
ME: I plan to work with the big 4 ing firms and thereafter set up my own ing firm.

VO: You are not eligible. Bla bla... Gave me 214B

Your response on Why this School and Plans after graduation easily gave you away. Work on those.

Mmlanrehh:


Pls I mentioned you yesterday pls take time to view and respond to the question

I think fairheart already responded to it. I'm in agreement with his suggestion as per your query.

PRYCE:
Denials are constant yeah but for the whole of yesterday and the day before, no single approval in here.

At least, the NL fam gotta win some nah.

Many are still getting their visa approvals on a daily basis, most of whom are not Nairaland , while others who belong here have simply refused to give back. The recent hues and cries will play little or no role in influencing visa decisions. The candidate has a major role to play whilst still hoping on the God factor.

I am speaking directly to those preparing for their appointment: Do your honest part! Prepare as though you are an atheist, and pray as though everything depends on it. Eschew every negative vibe you read here. I am sure some people also come here to spread panic deliberately and otherwise. "Your case is different" should be your slogan as you make ready to meet your VO friend

doublezero7:
Visa approved at Abuja embassy this morning after initial denial at Lagos Consulate last week.

Comprehensive transcripts loading.

100kobo and tolatof... kindly check your mail.

Kudos to you. Our efforts have finally paid off.

Olalekank:
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