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.
TSA bans power banks in checked bags after in-flight fire incident
Starting March 1, 2025, TSA prohibits power banks and spare lithium batteries in checked luggage due to fire risks. Keep all battery-powered devices and loose batteries in your carry-on. Check…
Garda officer injured after pro-Palestine protesters breach Shannon Airport
Three pro-Palestine protesters broke through Shannon Airport’s perimeter on May 17, 2025, halting operations for 30 minutes and…
Lufthansa flight LH1140 flew 10 minutes without pilot at controls
Lufthansa flight LH1140 faced a critical emergency when the first officer had a seizure alone in the cockpit,…
R-1 visa allows religious workers up to five years in the US
The R-1 visa lets nonprofit U.S. religious groups sponsor clergy and staff from abroad for up to five…
Egypt launches faster electronic visa and visa on arrival for travelers
Egypt provides an e-Visa and visa on arrival, each costing $25 for 30 days of tourism. Eligible travelers…
How to Check U.S. Visa Interview Wait Times Worldwide
New U.S. State Department tools provide real-time transparency for 2026 visa wait times, helping applicants track nonimmigrant and…
Mohsen Mahdawi, Columbia student, held in Vermont after USCIS arrest
Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested by ICE in Vermont during his citizenship interview, sparking national debate about…
US Embassy warns no immigrant visa interview without full documents
Failure to bring every required document or complete the VAC appointment to your immigrant visa interview at the…
How to Reschedule Your USCIS Citizenship Interview (N-400)
Learn how to reschedule a USCIS Citizenship Interview in 2026, including valid reasons, required evidence, and the risks…
Green card scrutiny tightens for spouses of US citizens
New immigration policies impose rigorous verification for spouses of green card holders, increasing interview scrutiny and requiring extensive…