6. Get Supplemental Documentation Ready
It must be clear at first glance by the consular officer what written documents you are presenting and what they signify. Long written documents are quickly read or evaluated fast. Remember that you will have 2-3 minutes of interview time, if you’re lucky. So, be organized with clear documents and ready to provide them if you’re asked instead of searching inside your folder.
7. It’s not All Countries are equal – Keep that in Mind
Applicants from countries suffering economic problems or from countries where many students have remained in the United States as immigrants can have more difficulty getting visas. An example is India and Liberia.
Statistically, applicants from those countries are more likely to be asked about the possible of getting a job in its home after their study in America. Be prepared to provide the strategy you have in place if you’re asked about your plans for job opportunities in Nigeria.
8. Employment
Your main purpose of traveling to America should be to study, not for the opportunity to work after or before graduation. Even though, many students are likely to get a job off-campus during their studies, such employment is incidental for their main purpose of completing their US education.
You need to be in a position to clearly articulate your plan to get back home after completing your program. If your spouse is also applying for an accompanying F-2 visa, you should know that F-2 dependents cannot, under any circumstances, work in the USA. If asked, be prepared to address what your spouse intends to do during his or her time in America. Volunteer work and attending school part-time are permitted activities.
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