You don't need to divulge irrelevant details that don't pertain directly to the inquiry, nor should you voluntarily give up information that isn't requested. This can actually lead to more questions or raise red flags and suspicions that would have otherwise not arisen. Being disrespectful to the interviewer Start with an attitude of respect, even if the interview may seem tedious or tiresome.
You can do this by expressing humbleness and courtesy toward the interviewer and submitting to the authority they represent. Also, having a messy appearance may appear to show a lack of seriousness in the process. Ineffective communication Sometimes the language barrier, various accents and dialects, or unfamiliar lingo may leave you confused. Don't hesitate to ask the interviewer for an interpreter or to repeat, explain, or slow down.
Effective communication can help avoid potentially significant misunderstandings and misinterpretations. Previous Next. America, the land of opportunity, is the destination for everyone in the world. Every years millions of people apply for US Visas.
A small mistake can be a big hindrance in the visa approval process. Avoid commonly made mistakes during the visa process so that you don't have any delays experiencing the joys of America and the American dream.
You'll want to consult an experienced immigration attorney. If you have overstayed your permitted time on a past U. In fact, if your unlawful presence in the U. That number goes up to ten years if your period of unauthorized stay was one year or more. For example, if you have an illness of public health significance most likely tuberculosis , or have been removed deported from the U. Browse All Immigration Topics ». The information provided on this site is not legal advice, does not constitute a lawyer referral service, and no attorney-client or confidential relationship is or will be formed by use of the site.
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Please reference the Terms of Use and the Supplemental Terms for specific information related to your state. Lawyer Directory. Call us at 1 Reasons a U. In order to prove this, the State Department demands evidence that: the reason for your trip is for pleasure or else medical treatment you plan to stay in the U.
B-2 Visa Denials Based on Criminal Record If you have a criminal record, or history of espionage or any links with terrorist groups, there is a strong chance your request for a U. We have been able to cull some of the most frequently cited or implied reasons for refusals. Although a few of the reasons are listed in the sister b article on this site, below we have focused exclusively on some of the most frequent reasons for denial of student visas:.
Hopefully, it will not come down to 7 attempts to finally receive a student visa as we wrote about for one young woman. The reasons listed above shed light on the steps that you can take to avoid denials: good planning, preparation, English, dress, and attitude are just the start.
Professional legal help — at the least reviewing your DS and supporting documentation and conducting a mock interview — can be critical to avoiding a refusal. If you have already been denied, a diagnosis of the problem is needed. Again, a professional can help pinpoint the problem, prepare the DS and supporting documents for a re-application, and provide invaluable guidance in going through the interview.
If the problem relates to a finding of inadmissibility for a misrepresentation or a criminal situation, then the lawyer can advise of the accuracy of the determination and seek review of the decision or a waiver. Finally, some of the listed reasons above do not have a basis in the law and should be challenged. Cheap is expensive, as those who fail to consult a professional come to realize after student visa denials.
Contact us and let us put our more than 25 years of experience in dealing with student visas to work for you. Categories of Student Visa Applicants In general, each student visa applicant must show that he or she: 1 is a legitimate student; 2 has the ability to cover the costs of education and living in the US; and 3 has strong ties to the home country and will depart after the education program is finished. Reasons for Denial Over the course of more than 25 years of visa practice, we have seen the entire gamut of student visa denials.
Although a few of the reasons are listed in the sister b article on this site, below we have focused exclusively on some of the most frequent reasons for denial of student visas: Country of Origin.
The most decisive factor in the outcome of the student visa application is the country of nationality. A student from economically developed and politically stable Germany, in general, should not have any problem whatsoever, whereas applicants from Afghanistan, Congo, and Uzbekistan have the odds stacked against them.
The Department of State does not publish country refusal statistics for student visa applicants, but B visa refusal rates are published and serve as a very rough approximation of how students from those countries are treated. As a part of this standard-of-living analysis, the consul may treat those from rural areas or small towns with less fealty and more likely to deny than those from large cities.
Working for a company for less than 1 year after university graduation in the home country may reflect instability or wanderlust, not conducive to issuing a student visa. Interview Problems. Because student visa interviews usually last 2—3 minutes, the applicant only gets one chance to make a first impression. And it is that first impression that counts. An inability to articulate reasons for selecting the university may be fatal. An inability to articulate how a program fits career plans — also refusal worthy.
An inability to answer simple, standard questions e. What does your dad do? Nerves, poor body language, looking down, negative vibes, poor dress or even ostentatious dress — are all negative factors.
Inadequate or Inadequately Documented Finances. The student visa applicant must be able to show the ability to pay for the first year of an academic program. Consuls posted in developing countries are very alert to fraud in this regard. Parent-sponsors holding poorly-paid government positions may be subjected to skepticism. Friends who are sponsors may also raise questions: how strong is the commitment of this family friend? How well do you know this uncle-sponsor?
When was the last time you saw him? Previous US Visa Denial. While a recent previous US visa denial is not a death knell for a student visa applicant, it is a distinct black mark. Change of Status in US.
Many tourists, visitors and Summer Work Travel participants after arriving to the US decide to stay and enroll in school. They change their status and attend school. In the worst case, the consul may feel deceived by the failure to return home after the lapse of their initial status and slap a a 6 C i finding on the applicant. Another consul may simply deny under Section b. This, regardless of how long the person studied in the US, how little time is left until graduation, or how much money was already spent on the unfinished education.
Section g Refusal. While a g decision is only a temporary refusal, the impact could be permanent. If delays cause a student to miss a semester or unable to return to OPT, the student will consider other alternatives.
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