VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1: Initiating Your VISA Application

Begin your VISA application process by filling out the DS-160 form on
the website: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

For a comprehensive video tutorial guiding you through the steps, please refer
to this YouTube guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai9tnLewvWE
You may search for tutorials tailored to your specific country if necessary.

Important Note:
· Visa Type: B (Temporary Business or Pleasure Visitor)
· Specify: Business and Tourism (B1/B2)

In the Visa Application Process if a reference within the US is required, please utilize the following information:
· Contact Person Name in the U.S.: SULEYMAN YILMAZ
· Organization Name in the U.S.: Copernicus Olympiad
· U.S. Contact Address: 20826, Rolling Orchard Drive, Richmond, TX 77407, USA.
· Phone Number: +1 (346) 610-7447
· Email Address: support@copernicusolympiad.us
· Event Hotel Name: Hampton Inn & Suites Teaneck Glenpointe
· Address.: One Glenwood Ave Suite B,
· City, State, Postal/Zip Code: Teaneck, NJ 07666

In light of the substantial attendance anticipated for the event, accommodations have been arranged across three
hotels to ensure the comfort of all participants. The assignment of hotels will be determined closer to the date of
the competition to best accommodate the needs of the attendees. The specific hotels have already been secured
for this purpose.
➔ Hampton Inn & Suites Teaneck Glenpointe - One Glenwood Ave Suite B, Teaneck
➔ Marriott at Glenpointe -100 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck
➔ DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Lee - George Washington Bridge - 2117 Route 4 Eastbound, Fort Lee

STEP 2: PAY DS-160 AND BOOK INTERVIEW

· Secure your DS-160 payment and schedule your interview. Book the earliest available date, even if it falls
after the competition.

STEP 3: SCHEDULING AN URGENT INTERVIEW

· If your interview date is set after the competition, you can request an urgent interview. This should be
done after booking your initial interview date.
· When submitting your request, explain the reasons why they should grant you an urgent interview. It's
important to highlight that you have qualified for an International Olympiad, emphasizing the significance
of this opportunity in your academic journey.

Please consult this YouTube tutorial on how to request an urgent interview:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzY1CRZIU2I
We recommend searching for a video relevant to your specific embassy's layout, as procedures may vary.

We wish you the best of luck and eagerly

await your arrival in New York!
 TIPS FOR VISA INTERVIEW

U.S. visa regulations treat all nonimmigrant visa applicants as potential immigrants until
1. Demonstrate proven otherwise. You must convincingly illustrate that your ties to your home country
Strong Ties to Your are more compelling than your reasons to stay in the United States. These ties can
Home Country include your job, educational commitments, family, property, financial prospects, and
other factors linking you to your current place of residence.

It's crucial to clearly articulate why you have chosen a particular program in the United
States. The consular officer needs to be convinced that your intent is to participate in
2. Familiarize
the competition and not to immigrate. Furthermore, you should be prepared to explain
Yourself with the
how your involvement with Copernicus aligns with your future educational and career
Program
goals upon returning home.

Due to the high volume of visa applications, consular officers operate under time

3. Conciseness constraints to conduct efficient interviews. They typically form initial impressions within
Matters the first minute of the conversation. To ensure effectiveness, respond briefly and
directly to the officer's questions.

Clearly present any written documents to the consular officer and ensure they
4. Clarity in
understand the significance of these materials. Lengthy written explanations may not
Documentation
receive a thorough reading or evaluation, as interviews are typically limited to 2-3
minutes.

Applicants from countries facing economic challenges or those with a history of many
students seeking U.S. immigration may encounter additional scrutiny during the visa
5. Country-Specific process. Statistically, candidates from such countries are often presumed to have
Considerations immigrant intent and may be questioned about their future job prospects in their home
country after their U.S. studies.

Engaging in argumentative discussions with the consular officer is not productive. In

6. Maintain a case your visa application is denied, politely inquire about the specific documents or
Positive Attitude information that could help address the refusal. Seek to understand the reason for
denial and request it in writing for your reference.