What are the requirements for applying for a student visa?
I am 17 years old and I was born in Mexico but have lived in the United States for about 11 years now. Things have gotten harder for immigrant students and I think its time I do something about my case. I want to go to college and I know that having a student visa would make it so much easier. How much does it cost? How long does it take? I want to know everything! If you know ANYTHING about this please let me know. Thank You.
Immigration - 5 Answers
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I bet you have attended school in the States so now u wanna go to college using the Student Visa. Well, you have to go to admissions of the College that u wanna attend and they will explain you about how to fill the I 20 Form and how much money u must have in the bank. Now a relative of you must make the phone call in Mexico to set the appointment for your interview. U have to pay around 150 dollars (www.google.com.mx (keywords: mexico us embassy or monterrey us consulate) ) They will give you the interview within 1 month or less. But you must apply at least 30 days before your course starts. You cannot apply before that. Read all the information in the website Now I have bad news because: I really wonder about the time when they type your name in the system and if they find your school records then probably will deny you the visa. We need to know how the US Embassy System works so in that way we can know if that affects you or not.
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You need to apply through the college you will be going to. Check out the admissions page on their web page, for starters, searching for 'international students'. You can go to uscis.gov or the US state department web page for visa details but the college applies for you.
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You first would need to apply to your chosen university, you can find all of the admission requirements, fees, procedures and application forms to apply as an international student on the schools website (just Google it). Once you have applied and been accepted, the university will issue you what is known an the Form I-20 and with the I-20 you then have to pay the SEVIS fee and with the SEVIS fee receipt and your I-20, you can then schedule an interview at the American Embassy in Mexico. Which means you must go back home to attend the interview as student visas are not issued in the United States; it must be done at an Embassy or Consulate abroad.
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Unless you are fabulously wealthy you'll find it impossible to pay tuition at the Foreign Student Rate. The good news is that the United States does not hold your illegal alien status against you until you reach your 18th birthday. If you leave before reaching 18 and 1/2 there will be no ban on returning legally. If you wait until you are between 18 and 1/2 and 19 you'll face a ban of 3 to 5 years. If you are still here on your 19th birthday you'll be banned for 10 years.
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I don't know about any kind of ban. From what I read if worst comes to worst they make you leave the country for 1 year before applying for permanent citizenship or changing status in certain ways. I'm no expert however. I did search online and found the following you might want to check out: http://www.visalaw.com/02mar4/12mar402.html I have friends who worked off the books while they put themselves through college on a student visa. It's very hard but can be done. If you can afford it then I'd recommend getting an immigration lawyer now to advise you. Also start preparing now for what you plan to do after you have a degree. You can read about work visas here: http://www.istudentcity.com/immigration/imm_permission_h1b.asp These were just two sites I found by doing a quick search on yahoo. There are numerous others.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Can i apply for a student visa?
Can i apply for a student visa?
My friend was brought by his parents at the age of 8. Started 3rd grade and now is a Senior. He wants to know if going back to mexico and getting a student visa will be easier for him since he was here for a long period of time. He doesnt want to live in mexico because he doesnt know anyone. What is the penalty he will face when he goes back to mexico and asks for a visa since he was already in a US High school?
Immigration - 2 Answers
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There will be no penalty as long as he is under 18, but it will complicate the situation terribly. Provide more information. What status he currently has? What status his parents have? You can visit "Free Immigration Procedure Support (FIPS)" Facebook group and ask this question with more details over there.
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He won't face any penalty if he leaves before he is 18 1/2. If he stays here from the ages of 18 1/2 to 19,he will get a 3 year ban. If he stays after the age of 19,he will get a 10 year ban. When he gets to Mexico,he can apply for a student visa if he is accepted at a US university and has the money to pay the very expensive international tuition costs.
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My friend was brought by his parents at the age of 8. Started 3rd grade and now is a Senior. He wants to know if going back to mexico and getting a student visa will be easier for him since he was here for a long period of time. He doesnt want to live in mexico because he doesnt know anyone. What is the penalty he will face when he goes back to mexico and asks for a visa since he was already in a US High school?
Immigration - 2 Answers
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There will be no penalty as long as he is under 18, but it will complicate the situation terribly. Provide more information. What status he currently has? What status his parents have? You can visit "Free Immigration Procedure Support (FIPS)" Facebook group and ask this question with more details over there.
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He won't face any penalty if he leaves before he is 18 1/2. If he stays here from the ages of 18 1/2 to 19,he will get a 3 year ban. If he stays after the age of 19,he will get a 10 year ban. When he gets to Mexico,he can apply for a student visa if he is accepted at a US university and has the money to pay the very expensive international tuition costs.
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012
What is needed to take a family friends minor child into Mexico for vacation?
What is needed to take a family friends minor child into Mexico for vacation?
We are going on a weekend vacation to Mexico. Our daughter wants to bring her best friend who is a daughter of a family we have been friends with for years. Do we need anything specific to take her into Mexico with us? We all have passports. She has a birth certificate and a student ID from her school with her photo.
Other - Mexico - 6 Answers
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I'm pretty sure she needs a passport and I think there's a form that needs to be filled out and signed by the girls parents saying it is okay to take her across the border.
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You will need a written form of consent from the parents. Photocopy of their Id's, and proper identification of the child. Also need passport and personal Identification.
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Most important she will need a notarized letter from both parents she's allowed to leave the country with you. If you guys are traveling by ground all you need is a birth certificate and an id, but if traveling by air she will need a passport.
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If you are FLYING, she will need a passport. otherwise, she needs her birth certificate. YOU must have a letter signed by BOTH PARENTS and notarized giving you permission to take the child with you to Mexico. See website below and scroll down to section on "Minors".
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written letter from her parents. return tickets
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depends on your style of travel so do lots of research!!!
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We are going on a weekend vacation to Mexico. Our daughter wants to bring her best friend who is a daughter of a family we have been friends with for years. Do we need anything specific to take her into Mexico with us? We all have passports. She has a birth certificate and a student ID from her school with her photo.
Other - Mexico - 6 Answers
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I'm pretty sure she needs a passport and I think there's a form that needs to be filled out and signed by the girls parents saying it is okay to take her across the border.
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You will need a written form of consent from the parents. Photocopy of their Id's, and proper identification of the child. Also need passport and personal Identification.
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Most important she will need a notarized letter from both parents she's allowed to leave the country with you. If you guys are traveling by ground all you need is a birth certificate and an id, but if traveling by air she will need a passport.
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If you are FLYING, she will need a passport. otherwise, she needs her birth certificate. YOU must have a letter signed by BOTH PARENTS and notarized giving you permission to take the child with you to Mexico. See website below and scroll down to section on "Minors".
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written letter from her parents. return tickets
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depends on your style of travel so do lots of research!!!
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Did the girl police chief in Mexico plan this whole event to get her and her daughter to America?
Did the girl police chief in Mexico plan this whole event to get her and her daughter to America?
It seems like a perfect plan. She was a criminal justice student and knew that if she took office in Mexico she would be threatened then her and her daughter could legally come to America and be granted asylum. This doesn't seem like the actions of a Brave girl trying to bring order back to her drug gang infested city?
Religion & Spirituality - 2 Answers
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Perhaps. But she could've been blown out of her shoes in the first week. That takes a few cojones ... even for the fairer gender.
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I didn't know they let girls have such important jobs. I figured those positions would go to women.
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It seems like a perfect plan. She was a criminal justice student and knew that if she took office in Mexico she would be threatened then her and her daughter could legally come to America and be granted asylum. This doesn't seem like the actions of a Brave girl trying to bring order back to her drug gang infested city?
Religion & Spirituality - 2 Answers
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Perhaps. But she could've been blown out of her shoes in the first week. That takes a few cojones ... even for the fairer gender.
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I didn't know they let girls have such important jobs. I figured those positions would go to women.
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Saturday, July 28, 2012
I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico for very cheap?
I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico for very cheap?
This summer (for me may1 through late aug) I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico. I have no money because I am a college student and I don't want a job because I am very focused on my studies. How can I find a very cheap deal for airfare and lodging for two people in my desired location?
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Get some one to support you....
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My travel website can beat any prices out there - check it out and compare - positive - www.ytb.com/emcguire - let me know if your happy with the prices - i can guarantee it - take care and travel safe - Marie
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This summer (for me may1 through late aug) I want to go to a tropical resort in mexico. I have no money because I am a college student and I don't want a job because I am very focused on my studies. How can I find a very cheap deal for airfare and lodging for two people in my desired location?
Other - Destinations - 2 Answers
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Get some one to support you....
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My travel website can beat any prices out there - check it out and compare - positive - www.ytb.com/emcguire - let me know if your happy with the prices - i can guarantee it - take care and travel safe - Marie
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Saturday, July 14, 2012
What is a good party hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for college students?
What is a good party hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for college students?
Me and a couple of my college aged buddies are headed down to Puerto Vallarta during the second week of May. I need a good hotel that either has a club on the resort, has a lot of pool/drinking activities, and/or is close to "El Malecon". I was thinking about the Krystal. What are the good clubs to go to down there? Thanks for any help!!!
Puerto Vallarta - 3 Answers
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we went to PV for my senior trip.. we stayed at the bueno ventura .. it was really nice we used the ping pong tables near the pool to play beer pong.. and we walked to most of the clubs and restaurants. the best club is the ZOO.. and if you go on certain days to Collage there will be a foam party
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Paradise Village. It's Huge!
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Krystal is not very close to the malecon...long walk! I just came back from P.V. and stayed at the Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort. It would be superb for your question, yet also a bit of a walk to centro. We walk one way and take a taxi back cause then we can't walk! Much fun for all, great food, pool and drinking games, shows right there, nice beach,VERY good drinks, friendly vendors.....friendly helpful everyone! Hot tubs, at least one heated pool. and 3 others, in-pool bars in pools. It is not far from clubs, either, and a cab to the malecon might cost $5...They also have jet skis, para sailing, the banana boat rides, diving and can help with discounted tours, etc. Do go 'All-Inclusive' !!
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Me and a couple of my college aged buddies are headed down to Puerto Vallarta during the second week of May. I need a good hotel that either has a club on the resort, has a lot of pool/drinking activities, and/or is close to "El Malecon". I was thinking about the Krystal. What are the good clubs to go to down there? Thanks for any help!!!
Puerto Vallarta - 3 Answers
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we went to PV for my senior trip.. we stayed at the bueno ventura .. it was really nice we used the ping pong tables near the pool to play beer pong.. and we walked to most of the clubs and restaurants. the best club is the ZOO.. and if you go on certain days to Collage there will be a foam party
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Paradise Village. It's Huge!
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Krystal is not very close to the malecon...long walk! I just came back from P.V. and stayed at the Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort. It would be superb for your question, yet also a bit of a walk to centro. We walk one way and take a taxi back cause then we can't walk! Much fun for all, great food, pool and drinking games, shows right there, nice beach,VERY good drinks, friendly vendors.....friendly helpful everyone! Hot tubs, at least one heated pool. and 3 others, in-pool bars in pools. It is not far from clubs, either, and a cab to the malecon might cost $5...They also have jet skis, para sailing, the banana boat rides, diving and can help with discounted tours, etc. Do go 'All-Inclusive' !!
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Saturday, July 7, 2012
What is the easiest way to deal with money when staying long-term in Mexico?
What is the easiest way to deal with money when staying long-term in Mexico?
I'm a college student, and I'm going to be studying abroad in Mexico for a semester. What is the easiest way to deal with money there? It seems that the cheapest way is to just use a credit card as much as possible (there is a fee for using a credit card, but there is also a fee for using an ATM or getting a wire transfer), but I'm wondering if it might make sense to convert a good amount of money at a bank or currency exchange in the states before going to Mexico, or if the exchange rate there would be as significant as the fee of a credit card or whatever. Can anybody help me? Also, any tips in general about living in Mexico are appreciated. I've taken a preparation course and done some reading, so advice such as "Don't drink the water" is rather redundant, but if you have some little-known advice, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Other - Mexico - 8 Answers
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always be careful in foriegn countries they try to swindle you just like in america but with a different tactic.
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The easiest way to handle your money in Mexico is to find an international bank that has affiliates in Mexico and USA. This way you can avoid any transaction fees that would be associated with using ATMs. Credit Cards should ONLY be used in reputable malls/hotels/restaurants. You are going to need cash for most transactions. I would recommend Citibank, HSBC or Bank of America. HSBC is in Mexico, while Citibank and Bank of Am have Mexican affiliates ( Banamex and Santander). It helps to do some research on cultural differences before coming (little things that can be offensive etc.) because you might be surprised. Some Mexicans get annoyed at foreigners because they "slam doors". Cultural research can also help ease culture shock and allow your time to be more enjoyable. No extra advice for living in Mexico-- come to Mex with no expectations and enjoy the undiscovered!
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The safest and most convenient way of dealing with money is to use your ATM card to get cash as you need it. Check with your bank to be sure you can use their card here. If not, then open an account at Bank of America...their cards can be used in Mexico with no problem as they are partners with a Mexican bank...Santander Serfin. You can use your credit card at major stores like supermarkets and Walmart, but not at the little shops. Do not bring a large amount of cash with you. Drink only bottled water...like EVERYBODY else. Relax, enjoy yourself, and have a great time.
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You don't say where you will be staying, it it happens to be Cuernavaca, sign up at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CuernAds/ to get in touch with the foreign community here. About bringing money in to Mexico, I always use my credit card at the window in the bank. They charge about $4.50 for the service and I have gotten up to $5,000 US at one time. The exchange rate is okay and there's no additional charges. You don't want to use your card just anywhere, it can be cloned and you'll find you just bought a bunch of stuff you never knew about. The best exchange rates are at the airport in Mexico city. Best advice? Learn Spanish! Get a Mexican girlfriend!
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This must be an exciting time for you! It sounds like you've done some background work. I'd also advise speaking to someone who, like you, has lived in Mexico. Typically when I travel internationally, I exchange enough cash at the airport to get me to my destination and a little extra. I put spending money in my front pocket and the rest in a money belt tucked inside my pants. We spent a week in Mexico City and took day trips to Cuernavaca and Taxco. It's not wise to flash money. Though we had no issues, I'd remove my money in a restroom or behind closed doors just to be safe and not draw attention to myself. My primary goal is to remain safe.
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Just use your ATM card to get cash. When I was down there, the fee for getting money out was minimal, and the exchange rate made up for it. For example, if I got out 1000 pesos, I would just estimate it as $100 U.S. It would actually be about $95, then with about $2 in fees, the actual total for the transaction was about $97. Then again, maybe I just had a good bank back home that didn't charge me twice for using another bank's ATM. Have a back up plan in case you lose your card. Many places (even some hotels) don't take credit cards. Tips: be very polite. Always greet people with "Buenas dias," "Buenas tardes," or "Buenas Noches". Greet people in stores (or markets) politely before doing business. It can be hard to break large bills, so plan ahead and save some small bills/change for bus rides, bottles of water and other small purchases. Try different things and have fun!
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All good tips here. My best is...tip everybody, all service people, kid in the grocery store who bags your purchases, guy at the gas station. Small change brings big dividends. Smile a lot, try to learn the language, enjoy the experience.
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I'm a college student, and I'm going to be studying abroad in Mexico for a semester. What is the easiest way to deal with money there? It seems that the cheapest way is to just use a credit card as much as possible (there is a fee for using a credit card, but there is also a fee for using an ATM or getting a wire transfer), but I'm wondering if it might make sense to convert a good amount of money at a bank or currency exchange in the states before going to Mexico, or if the exchange rate there would be as significant as the fee of a credit card or whatever. Can anybody help me? Also, any tips in general about living in Mexico are appreciated. I've taken a preparation course and done some reading, so advice such as "Don't drink the water" is rather redundant, but if you have some little-known advice, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Other - Mexico - 8 Answers
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always be careful in foriegn countries they try to swindle you just like in america but with a different tactic.
2 :
The easiest way to handle your money in Mexico is to find an international bank that has affiliates in Mexico and USA. This way you can avoid any transaction fees that would be associated with using ATMs. Credit Cards should ONLY be used in reputable malls/hotels/restaurants. You are going to need cash for most transactions. I would recommend Citibank, HSBC or Bank of America. HSBC is in Mexico, while Citibank and Bank of Am have Mexican affiliates ( Banamex and Santander). It helps to do some research on cultural differences before coming (little things that can be offensive etc.) because you might be surprised. Some Mexicans get annoyed at foreigners because they "slam doors". Cultural research can also help ease culture shock and allow your time to be more enjoyable. No extra advice for living in Mexico-- come to Mex with no expectations and enjoy the undiscovered!
3 :
The safest and most convenient way of dealing with money is to use your ATM card to get cash as you need it. Check with your bank to be sure you can use their card here. If not, then open an account at Bank of America...their cards can be used in Mexico with no problem as they are partners with a Mexican bank...Santander Serfin. You can use your credit card at major stores like supermarkets and Walmart, but not at the little shops. Do not bring a large amount of cash with you. Drink only bottled water...like EVERYBODY else. Relax, enjoy yourself, and have a great time.
4 :
You don't say where you will be staying, it it happens to be Cuernavaca, sign up at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CuernAds/ to get in touch with the foreign community here. About bringing money in to Mexico, I always use my credit card at the window in the bank. They charge about $4.50 for the service and I have gotten up to $5,000 US at one time. The exchange rate is okay and there's no additional charges. You don't want to use your card just anywhere, it can be cloned and you'll find you just bought a bunch of stuff you never knew about. The best exchange rates are at the airport in Mexico city. Best advice? Learn Spanish! Get a Mexican girlfriend!
5 :
This must be an exciting time for you! It sounds like you've done some background work. I'd also advise speaking to someone who, like you, has lived in Mexico. Typically when I travel internationally, I exchange enough cash at the airport to get me to my destination and a little extra. I put spending money in my front pocket and the rest in a money belt tucked inside my pants. We spent a week in Mexico City and took day trips to Cuernavaca and Taxco. It's not wise to flash money. Though we had no issues, I'd remove my money in a restroom or behind closed doors just to be safe and not draw attention to myself. My primary goal is to remain safe.
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Just use your ATM card to get cash. When I was down there, the fee for getting money out was minimal, and the exchange rate made up for it. For example, if I got out 1000 pesos, I would just estimate it as $100 U.S. It would actually be about $95, then with about $2 in fees, the actual total for the transaction was about $97. Then again, maybe I just had a good bank back home that didn't charge me twice for using another bank's ATM. Have a back up plan in case you lose your card. Many places (even some hotels) don't take credit cards. Tips: be very polite. Always greet people with "Buenas dias," "Buenas tardes," or "Buenas Noches". Greet people in stores (or markets) politely before doing business. It can be hard to break large bills, so plan ahead and save some small bills/change for bus rides, bottles of water and other small purchases. Try different things and have fun!
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All good tips here. My best is...tip everybody, all service people, kid in the grocery store who bags your purchases, guy at the gas station. Small change brings big dividends. Smile a lot, try to learn the language, enjoy the experience.
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