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May 29, 2022 at 11:15 am #16427
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorHey everyone,
We’ve created this topic to help you connect with the greencardEZ community to help you best prepare for your F1 Visa Interview. If you haven’t watched our video on how to best prepare for your F1 Student Visa Interview, check out this YouTube video.
Ask and answer questions. You got this!
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June 4, 2022 at 1:50 am #16456
Shahista Nikkath
ParticipantHello sir, I already applied for f1 visa interview on June 24th fall 2022, I had 2 rejections before in fall 2023 in Aug at 1st & 2nd attempt I went with majors INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, at 2nd attempt visa officer said me to change my profile,so I have changed it now as COMPUTER SCIENCE as my major. My question is that if visa officer asks me why you have changed your Course what should me my answer.
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June 5, 2022 at 3:17 pm #16463
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorHi Shahista,
Visa Officers are interested in understanding the applicant’s reasoning. In your case, you need to demonstrate how studying Computer Science will be integral to your plans. You should expect a question where they will ask you why you chose the major or switched your choice since you interviewed last. Simply stating because the Visa Officer said so wouldn’t be a convincing reason. We recommend spending time to come up with a strong narrative.
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June 4, 2022 at 4:05 pm #16457
Baby Show
ParticipantHello everyone!
I am about to apply for my i20. And I want to submit my cousin’s(who lives in the U.S) bank statement as sponsor to the university.
When I go for the visa interview, I would then show my dad’s bank statement. How safe is this?
Reason: my dad does not currently have enough funds in his statement but I still want to apply now to book slots since they are running out.
I need urgent advice please
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June 4, 2022 at 7:26 pm #16458
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorIt is OK to show different sponsors for application and for your Visa interview.
The reasoning is that circumstances may change since the two may be many months apart.
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June 5, 2022 at 6:49 am #16461
Manjinder Singh
ParticipantHello sir
I already applied for f1 visa and my interview on June 22th fall 2022, sir I’m confused how to answers my interview questions. Because I have too short answers and not very satisfied. Please sir guide me how I can improve my answers-
June 5, 2022 at 3:07 pm #16462
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorHi Manjinder,
It sounds like you could benefit from our Visa Consultation Services. If that’s correct, check out our services at https://greencardez.com/services
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June 6, 2022 at 1:15 am #16464
Nisarg Rajpura
ParticipantHello Sir,
I have a question:
I have applied in 2 universities so what to answer when they ask “In how many universities you have applied?” Answering “In 2 Universities” will impact negatively? -
June 6, 2022 at 9:45 am #16465
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorThe Visa Officers are interested in learning about your reasoning.
If they ask why just two and you effectively communicate your reasoning, you should be fine.
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June 6, 2022 at 10:02 am #16466
Nisarg Rajpura
ParticipantOhh, Got it. Thank you so much for your quick reply. 🙂
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June 7, 2022 at 12:41 pm #16470
Jibi Jacob
ParticipantHi I am Jibi. I would like to ask a question. I have applied only to one University and got admit there. So for the visa interview when they ask about other universities applied, can I just tell that I applied only here?
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June 7, 2022 at 6:51 pm #16475
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorHi Jibi. Yes, that is precisely what you need to share.
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June 12, 2022 at 5:16 pm #16491
Baby Show
ParticipantHey, I need advise
Can I fill the DS-160 and apply for a visa interview date while i wait for the i20?Or Should i wait for the i20 to be sent to me first?
Note: I’ve applied for i20
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June 12, 2022 at 6:07 pm #16492
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorYou need information from your I20 to fill out DS-160. Unless you have that you won’t be able to complete booking your visa appointment.
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June 14, 2022 at 8:23 am #16494
Baby Show
ParticipantWill your sponsor be shown on the i20? Or into the system?
That it will be a red flag if I call a new sponsor on the visa interview
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June 16, 2022 at 7:56 am #16501
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorIt’s not a red flag if you change sponsors. The US Government understands that financial situations evolve from when one applies to a university to when one applies for a US Visa.
Refer to the ‘Financials’ section in this sample I-20.
Hopefully, that alleviates your concerns 🙂
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June 16, 2022 at 10:59 am #16505
Shaikh aqeeb ur Rehman
ParticipantGreetings to all of you.! Query f1 study visa interview.
Is it ok to answer the question word to word same as written on Ds-160, or should change it slightly or completely during visa interview. E.g why you want to go to USA? If i replied ” I am going to pursue my masters of science in civil engineering thesis based 2 years program from Hartford University “….is it good answer?-
June 18, 2022 at 10:09 pm #16511
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorNo, it would help if you personalized your answers. What you wrote is a very generic answer. The Visa Officers want to know your reasoning. It needs to be conversational and persona. We hope this helps!
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June 19, 2022 at 1:14 am #16513
Shaikh aqeeb ur Rehman
ParticipantBut most of the people said, USA interview is based on algorithm, what you speak must be identical in words with the form you submitted, if it match with the form screen blows up green mark, and if it happens for 2-3 questions you get the visa
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June 22, 2022 at 12:41 pm #16518
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorThat is not true. The Visa Officers decide whether to grant you a Visa or not.
Their decision is dependent on your ability to convince them that you’re a genuine student and that you will depart the US upon completion of your studies.
Unfortunately, rumors such as the one you shared exists. Ignore them. Instead follow the recommendations we’ve made in our videos to maximize your chances of getting a Visa.
Good luck!
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June 17, 2022 at 11:51 am #16508
Praveen R
ParticipantHello,
I have got a PhD program without funding for fall 2022.The professor have promised me that funding will surely be arranged once I reach there. So, I’m planning to show the 1year i20 amount to get a visa, but afterwards I will receive funding through TA/RA positions. The issue is that how can I convince the visa officers if they ask me questions on how will you manage your funds after one year, Is it okay if I just say that I will receive funding or do I need to show any letter regarding that? Ideas around these points are appreciated.
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June 18, 2022 at 10:23 pm #16512
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorYou have to be careful when demonstrating your financial position. Unless you have it in writing, we don’t recommend sharing that with the Visa Officer as it may be perceived as a risk and ultimately reduce your chances of getting your visa.
Try to show a solid financial position using your and your sponsor’s non-liquid funds. If you have the time, you could also apply for a Student loan and have an approval letter handy. Showing a solid financial position will help your chances of success.
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June 21, 2022 at 10:10 am #16516
Chi
ParticipantHello sir
If my husband is on H4 visa and am a PhD from India going on F1 visa to pursue masters how can I say that I genuinely want to go to study a different field and not just to live with my spouse-
June 22, 2022 at 12:45 pm #16522
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorWe are a bit unclear. How is your husband on a H4 visa already?
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June 22, 2022 at 1:00 pm #16524
Chi
ParticipantH1
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June 25, 2022 at 9:33 am #16528
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorYour answer should focus on how your study plans fit into your broader plans and share your reasoning for pursuing the current path.
On a related note, why are you not applying for an H4 visa? Wouldn’t that give you more flexibility?
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June 21, 2022 at 3:38 pm #16517
Love
ParticipantHello sir
My mother who lives in the UK is my sponsor. Will this affect my application in any way? In terms of home ties?
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June 22, 2022 at 12:42 pm #16521
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorWhat your country of residence?
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June 22, 2022 at 12:48 pm #16523
Love
ParticipantI live in Nigeria
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June 25, 2022 at 9:38 am #16529
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorIt shouldn’t. As long as you effectively demonstrate that you can apply the skills you’ll learn to progress in your career (in your home country), it’ll suffice the requirement of showing ties to your country.
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June 25, 2022 at 9:20 am #16525
Prapul Lakkavathri
ParticipantWhat could be the answer if we change major from eee to computer engineering
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June 25, 2022 at 9:42 am #16532
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorYou need to share your personal story. Why did you make a change? Will it open more job opportunities for you? Is it required for a future opportunity? Will those skillsets make you more marketable?
There isn’t one correct answer. The Visa Officer wants to know your personal journey, so share why you decided to switch majors.
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June 25, 2022 at 9:22 am #16526
Prapul Lakkavathri
ParticipantIf we have relatives in usa does it shows any effect on visa approval
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June 25, 2022 at 9:41 am #16530
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorNo.
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June 25, 2022 at 9:25 am #16527
Prapul Lakkavathri
ParticipantDoes visa officer knows how many universities that I have applied??
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June 25, 2022 at 9:42 am #16531
greencardEZ Community Team
ModeratorWe don’t know for sure, but we should assume yes. Either way, if they ask, answer truthfully.
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June 26, 2022 at 8:49 pm #16539
Oluwamayowa Iyiolat
ParticipantI applied to 5 schools, after a week or two I got acceptance from one…after which I made prep to apply for f1 visa. I had submitted my visa application when I got acceptance from another school with a much better offer than the first….( more scholarship). I want to change the school to the second buy it seems too late now since I’ve submitted my visa application…How do I explain to the consular I want to change school?!..
Or should I start a new visa application?!.Please I need an urgent reply. Thanks
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