Former Visa Officers stories from behind the visa window
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2024
- Former Visa Officer Ben shares a story from his time as a Visa Officer. The visa interview can be very intimidating but it's critical that you illustrate your story to the Visa Officer.
There is a myth that you should say as little as possible so that you don't say the wrong thing. But sometimes, you may be leaving out the information that the Visa Officer needs to approve your visa! At Argo, we can help you figure out what's the most important for your visa interview. From there, we will help you strategize for your interview!
You can book your personal session with a Former Visa Officer here: www.argovisa.c...
I got my visa approved on the 25th April at the Nairobi embassy purely on Argo visa videos. Thanks guys
Thank you for the feedback. Congrats! Safe Travels!!
I am waiting for my visa interview in Nairobi on June how did you succeed with the interview
@@nehemiahmandieka just watch argo visa. He asked me my age, what ill be studying, why the university and who is funding me and then asked to see my bank statement . it was a guy with blondish hair.
I went for my visa appointment on the 2 May 2023 it was approved the next day the 3 May 2023 the councilor feel its not enough evidence he needs more i gave him the company details. Is this even correct practice can the refuse my visa or must i provide more evidence 😢
@@projectbasedcoding well have been there 4 times but denied for the last 14 years can we WhatsApp?
As an American that has lived in Ecuador, I can't say your consultation prices show any care in helping those most in-need. $789/hr? Very sad you've allowed greed to consume you.
If you are planning to go to USA you must be richer than that😂
I even found that to be unreasonable unless the government paid you 10k$ a day 700$ an hour would sound bearable 🙄
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The entire study Abroad is not favourable to the poor but I guess there are just things you can't do as a poor person so it is understandable
@@Occ881 i come from a wealthy family from western europe and even I was shocked by the prices. Even by our standarts those prices are beyond anything imaginable. Cant imagine what it is like for a person from a less fortunate background to pay those prices. 200$ would be an upper limit for me for those consultations
I have booked the consulant session from Argo. And what he said in this video is very accurate. I went straight to what I practiced and my visa got approved last week.
Congrats!! We are so glad to hear that. Thanks for the feedback! Safe travels to the U.S.!
Hello could you help me into the answer of why this subject
@@fatemachowdhury8599 I'm also applied for f1visa
@@ArgoSocialdid visa officer know our CGPA
@binhtran7481 how can I contact you
The applicant is blessed to have you as his visa officer who interviewed him because you go deeper not only on what you see on his application.
Thank you! That's why preparation is so important because you don't want to leave the results of your interview up to chance on having a certain Visa Officer.
First of all I never took any consultation from Argo. I was rejected 5 times in F1 student visa interview in India. The 6th time I made sure to explain and fight for my case, just like a lawyer who proves his case in front of a judge. And I got the visa
Congrats!
Wow,u have given me hope
How did u overcome it
Wow🎉🎉congratulations!!
Were you an undergraduate student or a graduate student?
@@joan_007 graduate
So much to learn especially for introverts like me who are not out spoken.😢. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for the feedback. Good luck on your preparation!
I've been binging your videos ahead of my b1/b2 visa interview on April 25.
I finally got my stamped passport back today. Thank you for all the tips.
Congrats! Thanks for the feedback. Safe travels!
Congratulations.l m dreaming of the same visa.
@@veronicaadikin3734 All the very best!
I got my visa approved thank you Ben ❤
I claim this. My interview is tomorrow
How did it go?@@ifyanna7641
Thank You Man, You are great!
Am going to take my shot tomorrow!
Thank you so much for posted these videos and especially your " Refusal series" . I got my Visa approved in my 2nd attempt in Hyderabad, India.
Thank you and God bless!
Thank you for the feedback. Congrats!!
Hey Akhil , very congratulation for your Visa! I really wanna know what were the question you were asked, also how did you prepare and what changes you made
May I know what visa type are you?
@@cristymaealvarez5246
I have applied for F1 Visa
@@ArgoSocialhello sir want to share need your advice in February I did my interview in Guangzhou consulate and the office gave yellow paper for 221g and he left my passport with him and he just told me we will contact you ok then after 2days they called me come to the embassy to get your passport and I got passport with white paper 214b refused 😢 so what advice ? Can I reapply again ?
Ben, most kindhearted visa officer I have ever seen…
I would like to say thank you so much because 3 weeks ago my F1 visa was refused and today I had the second appointment, I watched you videos, you suggests and I applied them to my case, that was awesome 🔥
you got it approved three weeks later ? where from ?
Thank you Sir😫. I got my visa approved today. I was refused 4 times so my academic advisor gave me the option to take full time classes online. But my program is more of practical than theory so I was informed by the school to come in person during the next semester to take classes. I was so scared until I came across your videos on TH-cam. I realized my mistakes and I gave it another try. I got my visa approved today and I am so happy. Thank you for making a difference in our lives. Thank you Argo visa❤
Congrats!!! Thank you so much for your feedback and support. Safe travels!
What was your mistakes?
Thanks a lot for continuous insightful videos. Today, I got my F1 Student Visa approved.
Congrats!! Safe travels to the U.S.!
What’s your email address
Ben you are doing great i m very much impressed from your experience i am sure your experience will help millions applicant s
Got denied for a B1/B2 visa today. The Visa Officer seemed disinterested on whatever we had to say. Every chance we get to speak up, he always cuts us off and asks another question. We were going to say all of our highlights and our strong finances and ties but he keeps diverting the conversation towards a different topic. It felt like we were judged and not assessed. We were both previously in the US twice under J1 visa. During our past visa interviews the Officers at that time were considerate and accommodating. It was really unfair on our behalf because we know that we're capable and we qualify. We really believed that interviews are not based on mood or whatever but the experience we had today kind of changed our minds. It's really sad and unfair when your intentions are pure and true and also have the means to do it but the Officer failed to see it and was not interested at all.
We are really sorry to hear about this experience. This process can be very disheartening and discouraging. We want to help applicants learn and be prepared for every single type of situation at the window, because at the end of the day, the decision is at the hands of the officer.
So sad but I know how you feel my husband and I are on round number 3 and very fearful
That's true. The visa officers are terrible. It depends on their mood. Sometimes, they interrupt you, while you are talking, so you don't really have a chance to give your highlights. They just find pleasure in refusing
The best video I’ve watched so far
Thank you! We appreciate the support
I was refused my F 1 on 26 January this year. Everything you just said are the facts. I gave single answers. Well the lady gave me a 214b and said I wasn’t eligible for the visa at that time. . 😢 well I have already paid for my visa fee. Waiting on picking an appointment date. I have been following every single one of your videos
We are sorry to hear about your refusal. Thanks for the feedback. Good luck on your next attempt!
Well done Ben. 👏
Ben, you are a great Man and I personally love you for what you are doing, and most especially the story you shared in this video. Your concern and ability to engage the applicant to such a human extent. God bless your days of life.
I have been refused a visa twice in Nairobi and the two interviews were done by one officer, imagine. I have been very honest in all the interviews.
Thank you for the feedback and support!!
I have appointment tomorrow.
Wish me luck.....❤
@Himanshu Yadav He needs both luck and guts.... Don't write off his request.
All the best....
All the best..👍
Good luck!!
@Himanshu Yadav The only thing I can do for him or her is to help him or her in prayers.
Intention of the Visa officer matters. You gave that 4 time reject the Visa after asking questions which shows that you had good intentions and you value people’s time and effort to book a slot and show up for the interview.
Ben you are an awesome person, please consider your consultancy fee which is unbearable for most of the applicants. Thanks!
Honestly the first visa applicant didn't seem to want to study in the US in the first place, he was just going along with it, maybe their parents were making him go but didn't want to study there
Thank you Argo.... Your videos is very helpful, Today I got C1D visa after one refusal earlier
Congrats!! Thanks for the feedback. Safe travels!
Great work ben..
Thank you!
Thanks Ben ,very interesting video ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Impressive...
Am looking forward to K1 Visa interview.
Thank you! We would be happy to help you with your interview! You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
Or you can send us an email at hello+youtube@argovisa.com
Please I need more highlights , since I have refusal case. . Thank you
We can help you determine your highlights! You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
Wow sir I appreciate your info I had 4 refusal not sure if I want to go back 😢
😢😢
Which visa?
Thanks for the feedback! Don't lose hope. It's possible with proper preparation
@@sowedimatovu427 F1 visa
@@ArgoSocial i wanna take your preparation class need help sir I don't no how to join your class 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵💝
Tnks very much
I have refuse over eight to nine times already don't think am going back
Thank you Ben
Nice tips sir!!
Please again I ask, do you share tips on that of Canada cos I have noticed your videos are more of USA
Appreciated , informative video .
Thank you!
So expensive sir .
I couldn't bear to pay that much of money.
Its really appreciate to you.
Argo,l m pleased to learn how you guide application for visa.
But how much is your consultation?
We have a few different offerings. You can check them out on our website www.argovisa.com
If didn’t mention my sister in ds who is on usa, does this consider as fraud
not illegal but if they find out you are not getting visa
You need to be forthcoming at your visa interview. We can help you prepare for your next interview. You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
Did you eventually get granted?
Great
When Ben said "am going to refuse this guy, apparently he doesn't get it" about the 9th visa refusal, I spilled my coffee out of my mouth and laughed so hard😃 my ribs almost cracked🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for the comment. We are glad you enjoyed the video :)
@@ArgoSocial And am going to book an appointment with Argo. I need to be prepared. Unfortunately no date for the visa interview yet
@@pebadrpebad8689 Thanks for the feedback. We look forward to working with you once you get your appointment!
I passed 2023 passout and what,are you doing since then? Please tell me bro best answer send
Thanks❤
Can you greet a visa officer ?.
Hi Ben, do you go in detail while explaining the reason you got refused before on the Ds160? And what to write if the refusal was under 214b
Hello sir I got refused ma visa at 214b last month help me up to crack an interview
We are sorry to hear that. We would be happy to help you. You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
After rejection i have send a email to service desk, woll it impact my second chance
Sir please give me reply as soon as possible because my interview is on 24 th July how much gap will accept after high school if we have genuine reason for ?? Can I go for my visa with gap ????
Is my information already on the desktop of the visa officer before i gave him my docs???
He acted so rude and put the yellow slip on my docs before asking any question 😞...He asked and put the slip on the desk for me to pick up....i answered but the slip was there already ..
@Himanshu Yadav F1
@Himanshu Yadav they just demotivated me....i was nervous on myself...
All of notes from your previous interviews are saved. We are sorry to hear about your experience. We would be happy to help you on your next attempt! You can book a consultation with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
An iraqi applying for SIV preparing all required documents for the interview in Ankara. Will accompanying CHILDREN be interviewed??
I was going for treatment, but after interviewing twice, he did not allow me. Please help me
Hi Team, My case is little different & also little confuse. Can you please help me come out my confusion & doubts. Going to apply for b1/b2 visa to meet my mom who is us citizen. She comes every year to dubai to meet me & my family. But this year she can’t make me because of her knees & legs treatments. Can i visit her. My immigration is filled by my brother in 2014. So no intensions to go & over stay on visit visa & spoil my immigration process & also have a decent job & my wife n son will be staying back in dubai. Please help me to clear some of my doubts.
Thank You
Hi i went for my B1 B2 visa an was denied a question i would like to ask i am looking to go back for a second time my work position has change i have my own home now also is it wise to change the person that i was going to spend my 2weeks holiday by please i need your help
you. I got rejected on Feb 10 and wondering whether the incorrect filled ds matters
Please Help Argo 🙏
My visa got refused bcz my consultant chose the wrong program and I overlooked it. Now I have changed my program and now I am in the perfect program I wanted to be in, but I don’t know how to tackle this change in my circumstances.
1st Attempt Program: Engineering & Industrial Management
2nd Attempt Program: MBA Entrepreneurship & Industrial Management (interview in coming week)
My academic background is all Business related, currently working as a Communications Manager in an event management company
Father’s Business is also event management company, and I want to join family business after my masters
Doing job in other company to gain experience and exposure of other competitors secondly going for master’s so that when I am back I can bring in international learning and exposure into our business and grow it by creativity and innovation
Please Help Argo 🙏
Officer , i was refused on 11 may 2024 i was going for Purdue University northwest ( in course।Integrative human health)after refusal , can i change my university ,can i switch to NAU for BSC in public health , please reply
How to ans what are your parents doing?
Hi Sir
In other countries refusals and bans like Canada and Australia matter for the USA visa for the first time B1/B2 ?
Hello Argo Visa, I’ve a question, I have filled and submitted my DS-160 and waiting for my interview but I have something that I need to edit on the form that I’ve already submitted. Can I Edit? Does it a have a negative impact on my application?Thanks!!
Hi sir i am from india and my f1visa got rejected in april17 this year and i have gap alomst 2 years and i am married
Check out our recent video about non-traditional students. This might help you for your next attempt
Sir actually i completed my undergraduation in August 2021 and there ie 2 years gap now and my husband is farmer
The Us embassy in sudan has been closed with my passport and my visa was approved please any advice.
Hii
Is it possible to apply for J1 visa while im already having valid c1d visa on my passport..!?
My visa was refused on 2017 in one month 2 times now I am going for the interview I just mentioned in D-160 my visa was refused in 2017 is that OK? Or should I mentioned two times was refused? Please update
Hi Sir important question for everyone
Is the US visa officer check the refusal from other countries...?
Hello,
My parents are planning to apply 5th time for USA visa after rejections. I’m pregnant and my due date is March 2023. I got a doctor letter for my parents visa appointment? Will it be helpful?
I appreciate your response for future steps to be undertaken. Also they have rejected 4 times for B1/B2 but I have all hopes up with you Argo. Please guide.
i have heard of 10 times ,
Wow! Never give up hope
After how long can one re-apply after being denied??
if you're applying for dvlottery regularly it will effect your interview in case you apply for tourist visa?
I have a very serious question. As i have completed my high school in the year 2019 so during my first interview visa officer ask me directly are you currently working as i have mentioned currently not employed in ds 160, then during the interview also i said i am currently not working so what can i say if visa officer ask me again the same question? Can i tell i am currently working or will it be a problem as they have our old records.😢
Hi sir Ben I have an interview on 18th this month. I would like ask if its better to have a consultation with Argo or next week. Thanks
We recommend most people do their consultation within 1-3 weeks of their interview. If you do it a few days before that's good too. You can send us an email at hello+youtube@argovisa.com if you have other questions.
Need your support.myC1d visa got denied once last month .even though I have 13 years of overseas working experience on land . Just feel bad .again reapply for 18 may in Mumbai .kindly guide .
We are sorry to hear that. Good luck at your next interview. We would be more than happy to help you. You can book a consultation with us here; www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
@@ArgoSocial sir I have send you request in LinkedIn .kindly have a view
Hello Sir,I graduated in Aug22 and have not worked since then and am going for Ms in CS for fall23. What should I put in ds160 about current "Current Occupation"? Help me out some people saying to put "student" as current occupation and then some people saying put "Not Employed".
Sir, what should be the dressing sense for f1 visa interview...does being formal give more chances of visa or can wear casual dress also
We have a video about this topic! Check it out on our channel
I finished my first degree two years ago, went for service and finished service last year October, I am in my late 20s
Is that a red flag for a visa officer? Is age a determining factor?
You should check out our video about non-traditional students where this topic is discussed in a bit more depth!
Hello Ben,
Thanks for your valuable videos, but i have some question?
My English is intermediate, so does that affect on the interview? Does visa officer have part of their decision (like 50% based on my application or browsing about my information before i go to the interview)? If i got refusal from Canadian visa, is that affecting the visa officer decision?
thank you again.
It depends on the type of visa you are applying for.
Hi ben my travel history just turkey i refused b2 tourist visa ,will reply same profile or need to get EU visa befour 2nd interview? Please reply to my comment
Hello sir i got rejected today because of the low gpa. The vo said that you have a low gpa. Any solution? Sir
In all of our consultations with people who have been refused their visa, they never fully understand why they were really refused. We encourage you to work with someone on our team to help you for your next attempt. You can book a coaching session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
Hello Ben, would you be so kind to answer my query?
I am applying with wife and 2 kids B1/B2 visa from Saudi Arabia.
I am having Canada visit visa and travelling to Canada for summer vacation.
Will it help me to get us visa?
We don't help with the Canada visa process, only the U.S. visa process
Why you guys do not reply?
We respond to many of the comments! If you have a specific question about your case, it's best to send us an email at hello+youtube@argovisa.com
@@ArgoSocial Thank you for reply, basically i've got the response but it was incomplete response from Argo then i did email again on Sun, May 7, 7:11 PM (23 hours ago) now iam waiting for your reply.
I got denied 28th of April cause I got scared and cause of that made me stutter and not articulate my plans well 😭
We are sorry to hear that. Good luck on your next attempt!
Thank you, Ben, for providing this crucial information!
Thank you!
Thank you so much sir for the valuable information. If an undergraduate student who’s applying for F-1 visa first time is enrolled in pathway program along with main course , pathway program is mentioned on I-20 does it reduces changes of getting visa ?
Thanks for the feedback! You will need to be well prepared to explain what a pathway program is and why it makes sense in your situation. We can help you prepare here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
What is your consultation fees?
I faced the same issue i was advised to give short answers what exactly the consular asks for, i was short in answers the consular seem tired and he was not interested to know more and i was also providing information in short words… at the end the consular puts me in to 221g refusal give me yellow and white paper and guide me to fill the form ds-5535 and we will contact you back.. it has been a month there is no update and no one contacted me 😢
You are not alone. Many people are advised to use short answers and that is a MYTH. We can help you learn how to describe your situation more fully without rambling. You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?TH-cam&
Hi Mr Ben, i fall in love with your videos, was so painful I couldn't watch series of Argo video before my interview appointment on the 26th of July 2023, though I got denied, though I have hnd in computer science already. I applying to hennepin technical college in partial fulfillment of web development. Is there any possibilities that I might get approved if I give a trial ounce more by working with you.
We've helped many people overcome past refusals. We can help you pass your visa interview. You can book a consultation with us on our website.
Ben, most kindhearted visa officer I have ever seen…