1	VISA : Information Session
2	VISA DS Forms Interview Preparation Financial Preparation Documents Required Finances VISA Questions Mistakes
3	DS Forms VFS (MRV Fee)/ HDFC Receipt $131 Fee DS 156, 157 & 158 Emergency Slots Ok for first timers Corrections Allowed 48 Hours before VISA appointment Printing : B2B + Photo Confirmation Page
4	Interview Preparation Presenting your case Answering “ Standard Questions” University Major Academics Sponsor Financial Summary Communication Body Language
5	VISA Questions Mainly 3 Types Standard VISA questions Student Specific questions Questions based on Students Answers Standard Questions Which University are you planning for ? Why ? What's the Program your planning for ? What's the scope of it ? What's your BE % and GRE, TOEFL Scores ? How are you supporting your self ? Student Specific questions Low Scores in GRE, TOEFL B Tech % & Academics University Profile & Scope of program
6	Finances 4 key items Annual Income of family Savings Loan Capability Property Primary Income of father/parents is most crucial element in financial documentation Educational loan could help students Savings from multiple sources is a plus
7	Presenting your case Speak about your strengths Explain finances in a good way Speak about fathers/parents job profile in a good way Few strengths Academics GRE & TOEFL Scores Major & Application of it Projects Financial Support @ parents profile Sources of Savings
8	Mistakes @ Advices Answer to the Point Flow of answers Lack of knowledge about program and university Don’t try to find obvious reasons for weakness / low scores Don’t give strong answers unless required Research Savings Source
9	VISA Interview Typically 2 minutes Academically good students are always encouraged Communication skills & body language would always be a plus VISA officers are typically very encouraging and willing to give VISA Bank on your strengths and accept your mistakes Savings is not just the only factor for VISA.
10	Questions ? DS Forms Financial Preparation Documentation Interview Questions & Answers Myths