Help! How Can My Nigerian Godson Get A U.S. Visa?

Date: 21-10-2008 12:38 pm (16 years ago) | Author: Jerry Adams
- at 21-10-2008 12:38 PM (16 years ago)
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Whether or not it is a tourist visa, student visa, or a visa based on medical reasons, the U.S. Embassies in Abuja and Lagos, make it almost impossible for a Nigerian to get a visa to the U.S. My Godson, who attends Imo State in Owerri, tried to get a visa based on legitimate medical reasons so he could get to the U. S. so my doctor could treat him. He was denied. The interviewer did not even look at his documents. He just wanted to know how much money he had. On my visit to Lagos last week, I went to the U.S. Embassy. It was not very helpful.

It seems that only rich Nigerians can get a visa to the U.S. Can anyone give me advice on how my Godson can get a U.S. visa?

Posted: at 21-10-2008 12:38 PM (16 years ago) | Newbie
- naijainct at 21-10-2008 02:59 PM (16 years ago)
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Quote from: obronous on 21-10-2008 12:38 PM
Whether or not it is a tourist visa, student visa, or a visa based on medical reasons, the U.S. Embassies in Abuja and Lagos, make it almost impossible for a Nigerian to get a visa to the U.S. My Godson, who attends Imo State in Owerri, tried to get a visa based on legitimate medical reasons so he could get to the U. S. so my doctor could treat him. He was denied. The interviewer did not even look at his documents. He just wanted to know how much money he had. On my visit to Lagos last week, I went to the U.S. Embassy. It was not very helpful.

It seems that only rich Nigerians can get a visa to the U.S. Can anyone give me advice on how my Godson can get a U.S. visa?


Getting the US visa this days can be frustrating. I faced similar predicament when I went for consular appointment the first time. It took me 4 years after immigration petition to eventually get the visa.  So personally, I would advice he keeps trying legitimately and never try other ways that might be offered him in Nigeria cos it would take him no where. Just when I have given up hope I was called for an interview at the US Consulate in Lagos and was issued an immigrant visa without interview whatsoever.  And yes....the interviewers can be very nasty at times but that doesn't mean he should give up. Keep trying.
Posted: at 21-10-2008 02:59 PM (16 years ago) | Upcoming
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- Vixenx at 22-10-2008 02:03 AM (16 years ago)
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And i also believed it became more difficult after 9/11. U.S don't really want visitors of any kind entering their country for whatsoever reasons, they're more concerned with security now than ever b4.
Posted: at 22-10-2008 02:03 AM (16 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- keveen at 23-10-2008 01:04 AM (16 years ago)
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Quote from: vixenx on 22-10-2008 02:03 AM
And i also believed it became more difficult after 9/11. U.S don't really want visitors of any kind entering their country for whatsoever reasons, they're more concerned with security now than ever b4.


Not all true... The rich got no restriction at the embassy... go check it out !
Posted: at 23-10-2008 01:04 AM (16 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- tripletee at 23-10-2008 03:08 PM (16 years ago)
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i think this steps will help you....first tell him 2 apply for a visiting visa and make sure his parents are still in nigeria or he has wifes n kids any of  these will assure those embassy pple dat he will come back.send an invitation letter to his mail box askin him to come 2 u.s 4 ur weddin.let im print it out n also send im an ivitation card thru post or d.h.l. give im ur statement of account.all these will definiteley get im a visa.u can contact me 4 more ifo
Posted: at 23-10-2008 03:08 PM (16 years ago) | Newbie
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- naijainct at 23-10-2008 03:34 PM (16 years ago)
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You are sooooo wrong. The rich also get turned down at the US Consulate I know this for a fact cos during the days of long queue at the Embassy I used to hustle lines and sell my space to rich people for as much as 50 grand and I have witness a lot of them come out without visa and furious. Also, on my first interview I witness Saint Obi and RMD being denied visa and I've also read about some of our senators that were refused. So it doesn't really matter who you are except for God's grace. Period!



Quote from: keveen on 23-10-2008 01:04 AM
Quote from: vixenx on 22-10-2008 02:03 AM
And i also believed it became more difficult after 9/11. U.S don't really want visitors of any kind entering their country for whatsoever reasons, they're more concerned with security now than ever b4.


Not all true... The rich got no restriction at the embassy... go check it out !
Posted: at 23-10-2008 03:34 PM (16 years ago) | Upcoming
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- Vixenx at 23-10-2008 10:56 PM (16 years ago)
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Thank u naijainct. I was just about to come and tell him the same thing too. Some things money cannot buy, and their security is definitely one of them. Just because a person pays so much money at the embassy does not guarantee his or her entry into the country. Although i am a citizen, but there are those that holds a green card and accidentally loses it, do you know the hell they have to go through to get it back>? I'm talking about up to 2 yrs for a replacement due to extensive background and document checks. So if the ones in the U.S are having a hard time getting a replacement green card, what makes u think its going to be easy for the ones outside of the country? People used to walk in and get a simple ID card, now they have to screen you back and front before you get it, and they will have to mail it to you at an address they have verified. When before you can just walk in and get it on the spot.
Posted: at 23-10-2008 10:56 PM (16 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- Beautydiva at 28-10-2008 04:41 PM (16 years ago)
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Applying for a usa visa,the consulars does not respect your money,position in society.The only prayer for one to have is that the interviewer woke up on the right side of the bed and he/she is happy.It all boils down to luck.
You have to show enough proof that he has genuine intentions of coming back.ie he needs to have strong ties in Nigeria.For example a very good job,family ties.
The best option is to get a visiting non-imigrant visa.
Posted: at 28-10-2008 04:41 PM (16 years ago) | Upcoming
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- lonelysnow at 28-10-2008 09:30 PM (16 years ago)
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dat is america for you. getting america visa is not easy these days. take the advice of  tripletee, i think it might work.
Posted: at 28-10-2008 09:30 PM (16 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- keveen at 29-10-2008 02:49 AM (16 years ago)
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not to lie
Posted: at 29-10-2008 02:49 AM (16 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- at 31-10-2008 08:03 AM (16 years ago)
well im in imo state university too so give me your Godson s profile so i ll get in touch with him
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- morgrawl231 at 12-04-2016 03:47 PM (9 years ago)
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Go thru an agent,,,,
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