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F-1 to H-1B: Securing Visa Without Original I-797—Key Steps

A Hyderabad consulate approved an H-1B visa without the original I-797 after the applicant presented a certified copy, USCIS receipts,…

From 214(b) Rejection to Approval: Concise Answers Secure U.S. Visa

A Delhi senior manager overcame a Section 214(b) B1/B2 refusal by giving brief, DS-160‑consistent answers, stressing business purpose, recent promotion,…

Singapore Citizens Exempt from $100,000 H-1B1 Fee, US Embassy Confirms

The US$100,000 surcharge on certain H-1B petitions (from Sept 21, 2025) excludes H-1B1 visas for Singaporean citizens. H-1B1 remains a…

214(b) Denials Despite Strong Profiles: Lessons from Indian Students

Two funded Indian applicants were denied F-1 visas under 214(b) after consular officers doubted their intent to return. Credibility, mention…

Indian Tech Pro Denied U.S. Tourist Visa: Key Factors Explained

A New Delhi tech worker earning ₹16 lakh was denied a B-2 visa after a brief interview and 214(b) refusal.…

Chennai H-1B Approval Without Documents Sparks Mixed Reactions

A viral Reddit post says an H-1B visa was approved at Chennai on Sept. 25 after a short interview where…

Delhi Man Denied U.S. Tourist Visa Amid Claims of Subjective Judgments

A Delhi video alleging a U.S. tourist visa denial reignited concerns about opaque refusals. Most B-1/B-2 denials cite Section 214(b),…

214(b) Denial in 3 Minutes: Indian Applicant’s U.S. Visa Case

A 40-year-old Indian customs officer with significant savings and stable employment was denied a U.S. tourist visa after a three-minute…