Preparation, Steps
- Filling DS forms
- Obtain VFS Fee/ HDFC Receipt
- Booking VISA Date
- Build Financial Summary Statement ( CA Statement)
- SEVIS Fee Payment
- VISA Interview Preparation
- Finances : 4 things Income, Savings, Properties and Loan
- Father’s (Sponsors) Income /Salary are the most Crucial factor to judge financial background of a student.
- Savings in multiple sources with History is always an advantage
- Education Loan is an advantage ( latest trend, last 12 months)
VISA Factors
- Academic Profile
- Body Language & Communication
- University & Program (Specialisation and your knowledge of it)
- Financial Documentation ( Esp., Parents income & Savings)
- GRE & TOEFL Scores
VISA day
- Carry all Original Documents : Academic & Financial Documents to the Consulate
- Be at the Consulate at your Scheduled Appointment Time ; get the Security Clearance
- VFS Counter : DS forms, i20, Mark sheets would be kept in VFS Folder
- Walk in to main area and give your Finger Prints
- Stand in line for your turn for VISA ( Can take anywhere between 30 mins to 2 hours to get your turn)
Q & A’s
- Typical Questions : 3-4 Questions on University , Program, Sponsor and future plans
- Customised questions would based on students Profile and replies from strengths
- Students need to Sell your strengths
- Accept your weakness, find ways to overcome it
Interview Guidelines
- Answer to the Question Specifically
- If VISA officer is expecting for more information on a particular question, then give elaborate answers.
- Have knowledge of your Program and information about your University
- Learn the scope of your field you are planning along with application of it. Have a simple answer
- Speak about your Skills/ Positives : Steal the Opportunity
- Have an idea of your financial summary; know the numbers (Income, Savings and Property)
- Be aggressive with a bold voice than being soft ; It shows your Confidence level
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