Interview Experiences
Visa interview accounts from real applicants at U.S. consulates and embassies worldwide. Includes questions asked, documents reviewed, approval and denial outcomes, and preparation strategies by post.
Indian Chartered Accountant Faces US Tourist Visa Denial After Visa Interview
A successful Indian accountant's U.S. visa denial highlights how Section 214(b) prioritizes 'intent to return' over wealth and stable employment.
US Mission Warns Nigerians Visa Fraud Brings Stricter Scrutiny
U.S. authorities are tightening visa screening for Nigerians in response to high fraud and overstay rates. New advisories…
Marco Rubio Warns U.S. Visa Withdrawal Could Hit Visitors
U.S. visas are discretionary permissions that can be revoked if they no longer serve national interests. This guide…
US Senators Push Back on Social Media Handles for Visa Waiver Program ESTA
U.S. Senators are urging the CBP to scrap a draft rule requiring Visa Waiver Program travelers to submit…
India, Malaysia Promise Easier Worker Mobility and New Consulate
Prime Minister Modi's visit to Malaysia resulted in a landmark joint statement focusing on streamlined worker mobility, digital…
US Embassy Denies Visas to Executives Over Minor Offences
The U.S. has doubled visa revocations to 100,000 annually, targeting executives for minor historical crimes. Enhanced screening and…
U.S. Embassy in Uganda Warns Visa Applicants About New Visa Bond Payment Rules
Ugandan visa applicants face new rules under the U.S. Visa Bond Pilot Program. The embassy emphasizes that bond…
Uscis Cracks Down on Visitor Visa Fraud with New Atlanta Vetting Center
New 2026 USCIS enforcement measures, including centralized vetting and the Visa Integrity Fee, have increased scrutiny on B-1/B-2…
Stricter Vetting Keeps Foreign Musicians from Performing in San Diego
New U.S. immigration policies and significant fee increases are forcing international musicians to cancel or postpone tours. Artists…
Russian Embassy in Tehran Denies Blocking Visas for Wrestlers January 28 2026
The Russian Embassy attributed the Iranian wrestling team's missed travel to technical internet outages rather than a policy-driven…