In-Person Interview Mandatory for H1B and L1 Visa Renewals
Effective September 2, 2025, most visa renewal interview waivers end; in-person interviews return for H-1B, L-1, student, and…
US tourist visa denial for Indian woman earning Rs 16 lakh: what went wrong
In August 2025 a young Mumbai tech professional earning Rs 16 lakh was denied a US B1/B2 visa…
Netizens Outraged After Green Card Granted Despite Dismissed Indecent Exposure
A man got a green card in July 2025 after disclosing a dismissed indecent‑exposure charge and traffic tickets.…
Why a U.S. B1/B2 Visa Can Be Refused Despite a Strong Travel History
New 2026 U.S. visa rules and higher fees lead to increased B1/B2 denials for Indian professionals, despite strong…
Indian applicant stunned after B1/B2 denial despite strong travel record
U.S. B1/B2 visa scrutiny tightened in 2025: interview waivers narrowed, AI pre-screening increased, and refusals rose under Section…
Who is Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry? Pakistani U.S. Army veteran detained by ICE during citizenship interview
Veteran Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry was detained by ICE during his August 22, 2025 USCIS citizenship interview and held…
Do USCIS Officers Check Your Phone During Interviews in 2025?
USCIS typically focuses on filed evidence and does not routinely search phones during interviews; requests are rare and…
H 1B Visa In Person Interview Required Starting September 2, 2025
Starting September 2, 2025, all H 1B visa applicants require an in-person interview and a $250 visa integrity…
Indian PhD Student’s F-1 Visa Approved Despite 221(g) Administrative Hold
An Indian student’s F 1 visa was briefly delayed due to Section 221(g) administrative processing but approved quickly…
B2 Visa Denied Without Document Review at Kolkata Consulate
U.S. consulates in India deny many B2 Visas under Section 214(b) based on interview answers, not documents. Strong…
F-1 Visa Denied Under 214(b) Despite Strong Profile: Student’s Interview Trauma
An F 1 Visa denial under Section 214(b) halted a New Delhi student's plans despite academic strengths. The…
Visa Interview Waivers Ended for H-1B and Foreign Workers
Starting September 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants must attend in-person interviews, ending widespread interview waivers. H-1B and other…
Indian Woman Shares Clear, Practical Advice After B1/B2 Visa Approval
Indian applicants for B1/B2 visas must complete the DS-160, pay $185, schedule biometrics and interviews, and prepare honest…
U.S. Embassy: Visa Screening Continues After Visa Issuance
Starting June 18, 2025, U.S. student and exchange visitor visas require public social media profiles and full digital…