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“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”: US visa rejections push Gambian student to Japan
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· September 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the student's experience and decision-making process are available from The PIE News. A Gambian student has been affected by US visa rejections.
A Gambian student has been affected by US visa rejections. This experience led the student to consider alternative destinations. The student ultimately chose Japan as a study destination.
Further details about the student's experience and decision-making process are available from The PIE News.
The story of this student serves as a reminder to explore multiple options when pursuing international education opportunities.
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Published: September 3, 2026 ·
Source: The PIE News ·
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