B-1/B-2 Visa

Latest in B-1/B-2 Visa

Health Conditions That Could Block a U.S. Visa (B1/B2) in 2025

2025 guidance keeps a narrow CDC disease list for visa refusals and stresses treatment-first outcomes. New scrutiny examines whether chronic…

Does Hypertension Affect a B1/B2 Visa or Extension?

Controlled high blood pressure does not bar B1/B2 visa issuance or extensions when the condition is stable and self‑managed. Consular…

More Mexicans Travel to the U.S. Despite Higher Tourist Visa Fees

In 2025 more Mexicans traveled to the U.S. despite a $185 MRV fee for B-2 visas. July air capacity hit…

CEO Denied B-1/B-2 Visa: Ambiguous Role and Weak Home Ties

A marketing firm CEO was refused a B-1/B-2 visa for a Las Vegas conference under Section 214(b). Despite broad travel…

Do Visiting Parents on a B-2 Visa Owe U.S. Taxes? Explained

B-2 visiting parents with no U.S.-source income typically do not file U.S. taxes. Paid work or U.S. income triggers filing…

Indian Architect’s B1/B2 Visa: Honesty, Clarity, Grounded Narrative

A Hyderabad architect won a B1/B2 visa after a short interview by giving honest, concise answers that matched his DS-160.…

Tourist Visa Update: Trump Admin Announces June 2025 Travel Ban

A June 2025 travel ban effective June 9 restricts visas for nationals of 19 countries—12 fully suspended, seven partially—while exempting…

Indian Couple Denied B1/B2 Third Time: A Tale of 214(b) Presumption

An Indian couple was denied a B1/B2 visa in Kolkata under INA §214(b) after a short five-question interview despite strong…