How can I request a U.S. nonimmigrant visa waiver?
In this article, we consider the meaning of nonimmigrant visa (NIV) waiver, the factors the CO may consider in recommending NIV waiver, procedure for requesting a waiver, processing times for deciding a waiver, etc. What is NIV waiver? A waiver is a pardon. You may be ineligible to be admitted to the U.S. because of a previous immigration violation. Despite your ineligibility… read more
How will travel experience count in an application for a UK visit visa?
Facts: Alice has recently received an invitation letter to participate in a 5-day conference in Oxford, UK. Alice’s employers have stated that they will pay for the full cost of her trip. Alice has made previous visits to Germany, South Korea, Dubai and South Africa. She visited Germany in 2014. She was also recently refused a German visa in December, 2015. On her UK… read more
How to obtain a dependent residence permit in Ghana
A holder of a residence permit is entitled to let their dependents join them or remain with them in Ghana. The holder of the residence permit is called the principal holder. Their dependents may be granted a Dependent Residence Permit. A dependent cannot pursue any business, profession, or any activity for reward, unless they have been granted a separate… read more
My DV visa has been refused. Can I appeal? (Part 2)
In our last article, we stated that there is no right of appeal against the refusal of a DV visa. We said that you could however pursue a remedy against your refusal by other means; either by Request for Reconsideration or Advisory Opinion to the Visa Office (AP). In the last article, we discussed Request for Reconsideration. In this article, we discuss AP to the Visa Office… read more
Flight booking and travel itinerary for a Schengen Visa; Why are they required?
A flight booking and travel itinerary are key documentary requirements for a Schengen visa. In this article, we discuss the relevance of these documents in an application for a Schengen visa. Depending on the purpose of your visit, your visa may be refused if you fail to submit either of these documents. What is a Travel Itinerary? An itinerary is simply a document that… read moreShare or like this page:
