What to expect at the Consulate
In
most cases you are expected to attend the visa interview in person.
However some Consulates follow a procedure whereby they first
ask for your documents to be sent to them and then later if required
they call you for a personal interview.
If
you have to attend a personal interview, make sure you arrive at
least half an hour early for your appointment.
Once you have entered the offices or waiting areas of the
Consulate that you expect to obtain the visa from e.g. US Consulate,
you need to be alert. With
no specific order, your name or number will be called out or can
show up on the intercom system and you will be called to stand at a
particular window for the interview. Do not panic. With
calm poise and confidence approach the window where your interview
is to be conducted.
Begin
your interview by greeting the visa officer.
At the end of the interview the visa officer will either say
'You have got the visa' or 'Sorry! We cannot issue you the visa'.
If
granted the visa, the Consulate indicates the manner in which you
will receive it, and when you will receive it.
So ensure you understand this clearly.
When
you receive your passport, be sure to check the visa stamped on it.
Check that your name, the University’s name and other
relevant details are all correct.
In case you get a
reject, politely thank the visa officer and leave.
Do not argue with the officer, as this will not help you in
any way. There is almost always a facility and procedure whereby you can approach
the Consulate again for another attempt at the visa.
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