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What reply to be given to the visa officer regarding 5 years career break?

Hi , I am 30 yrs old now. I had graduated in 2006 and was unemployed for more than 4 years even though i applied and tried for many companies. Last 2 yrs i am working as a system admin in a IT company. I am planning to pursue MS in Information Systems in US and have received admissions for this Fall 2013. I am going for visa interview this June. What answer should i give to the visa officer if he asks the reason for career gap of 4 yrs. I don t have any solid reasons to back up my answers.Please help

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Meghna Mukherjee
Meghna Mukherjee
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  • Mumbai

Good to know you are currently interested in pursuing further studies and good you have already secured admission into a college abroad.


Mostly the Visa guys are interested in seeing how genuine you are. They wish to know through your answers whether you would be staying there or coming back after your course.
Some tips to clear your interview:
  • Be honest, don't try to make up something or base your answer on what others have told you
  • Importantly talk about the experience you have gained in your 4 years or 2 years you have worked in an industry
  • Try to tell them you were gauging the market and gaining experience
  • Talk about how the experience has made you realise where you need to advance your knowledge in terms of further studies
  • Mainly talk about your industry experience
  • Try and link what you have experienced and how a course in USA can help you when you return back
  • Give them a feeling that you are genuine and are application oriented.

Prepare yourself thorough;y. Practice with a friend or a tutor before you face the interview.

Be honest and talk without hesitation, a little nervousness but confidence in your language is the key.

All the very best...

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