Because of the volume of applications received, all consular officers are under considerable time pressure to conduct a quick, efficient interview. They must make a decision, for the most part, on the impressions they form during the first minute or two of the interview. Consequently, what you say first and the initial impression you create are critical to your success.
It should be clear at a glance to the consular officer what written documents you are presenting and what they signify. Lengthy written explanations cannot be quickly read or evaluated. Your main purpose of coming to the United States should be to study, not for the chance to work before or after graduation.
While many students do work off-campus during their studies, such employment is incidental to their main purpose of completing their US education. You must be able to clearly articulate your plan to return home at the end of your program.
If your spouse is also applying for an accompanying F-2 visa, be aware that F-2 dependents cannot, under any circumstances, be employed in the United States. If asked, be prepared to address what your spouse intends to do with his or her time while in the United States. Volunteer work and attending school part-time are permitted activities.
If your spouse and children are remaining behind in your country, be prepared to address how they will support themselves in your absence. This can be an especially tricky area if you are the primary source of income for your family. If the consular officer gains the impression that your family members will need you to remit money from the United States in order to support themselves, your student visa application will almost certainly be denied.
If your family does decide to join you at a later time, it is helpful to have them apply at the same post where you applied for your visa. Do not engage the consular officer in an argument. If you are denied a student visa, ask the officer for a list of documents he or she would suggest you bring in order to overcome the refusal.
You will receive a letter stating the section of the law under which you were refused. If it says b , it means that the consular official was not convinced of your non-immigrant intent. Wunsch, esq. In order for this visa to be issued, the applicant must provide proof that:.
A new I Form is required for each new semester. While in the United States, F-1 International students must report correct and up to date information regarding their personal information, U. It is the responsibility of the International student to keep all immigrant documents current. If an International student fails to maintain the conditions of their nonimmigrant status, it could jeopardize their status, and could possibly be grounds for deportation from the United States under the U.
Evidence of financial support from a financial institution is required in the amount stated on the I Form before the I Form can be prepared for the international student. This proof of financial support must be submitted in the pre-application stage of the admissions process. If the student does not have a U. Students who are paying with a U. The student must bring their valid I along with the documentation listed below to the appointment.
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ECCC has grown exponentially in the past few years and welcomed an estimated 70, people in ; the event is expecting around 80, in There are a lot of reasons. Something like the cast of The Avengers appearing is guaranteed to put a lot of butts in seats, and it also puts pressure on other movies and studios to promote themselves at comic conventions.
It isn't just comic book fans who know about the Guardians of the Galaxy now, and it's not just geeks who know about the Dark Knight. Liking comic books or superheroes has become like having a favorite band, and comic conventions are like concerts. You also have to consider the marketing that goes into these conventions.
People running the events want to make money — at least as much money as they're putting in. And in order to get people to attend, you have to advertise and get the word out. Having big names on a poster or even simply rumored to possibly appear helps a lot in that regard. San Diego Comic-Con is going to have a different feel this year. Marvel Studios, which has pretty much had a stranglehold on SDCC buzz for the last few years, is skipping the event.
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