Visa Interview
Biometrics and Fingerprinting Appointment for US Visit Visa
The United States welcomed about 76.9 million international tourist in 2017 alone. This represented an almost 0.7% hike from the 2016 levels, says an article by the United Nations World Tourism Organization, as a part of their World Tourism Barometer publication. If you too are looking to visit the US, make sure you are familiar with the [...]
US Visa Interview Appointment Process from India?
In this article, we’ll talk about US visa interview appointment process from India. Depending on the purpose of your visit, a particular type of US visa will be granted to you. In the case of visiting the USA, it is a B1/B2 visa. The number of days taken to process the visa and receive an interview date depends upon your consulate. [...]
Documents Required for US B1 Visa Biometrics
Biometric appointments for the US B1 visa are conducted at Offsite Facilitation Centres or OFCs. These centres are also referred to as Visa Application Centres (VACs). The main aim here is to enable faster visa processing by recording your fingerprints and photo before the visa interview. The fingerprints are taken for security reasons. [...]
What Should I Wear for the US Visa Interview?
For US visa applicants, the visa interview at the consulate can be exciting, yet scary, prospect. But, remember, they are only attempting to establish your credentials and intent. So, the way you present yourself and answer the questions can make a huge difference. The key is to make a good first impression and what better way to do so [...]
What Does 221(G) Refusal Mean
Consider this scenario. You just had a great interview with the consular officer but right at the end, he refuses you a visa, under Section 221(G) of the US Immigration and Nationality Act. You stare at him, while a sense of panic begins to build inside you! Stop right there. This refusal does not mean you are permanently ineligible for [...]
Top Interview Questions for US Visit Visa at US Consulate Chennai
Foreign nationals wanting to visit the United States for the purposes of tourism or to seek medical treatment need to apply for a visit visa. This is a non-immigrant visa, popularly known as the B2 visa or visitor visa. You can apply for this visa by filling up Form DS-160 online and then appearing for the visa interview at the [...]
Top Interview Questions for H1B Visa at US Consulate Chennai
The H1B visa, under the section 101(a)(15)(H) of the United States Immigration and Nationality Act, allows US employers to hire foreign professionals who have the knowledge and technical expertise in areas of specialization like engineering, architecture, medicine, etc., as required for a specific job. It is the most commonly obtained [...]
US Visa Photo Specifications
Applying for a US visa can be a complex task and one that needs to be done with utmost care. One area where many people face difficulty is the specifications for the photograph that is to be attached with the visa application. Here are the answers to some of the most common questions that arise in the mind of applicants regarding the [...]
K1 Visa Interview Checklist (Spouse Visa)
The K1 visa or a fiancé(e) visa allows a US citizen to sponsor their fiancé(e) to enter and live in the United States, specifically for the purposes of marriage. The K1 visa holder is required to marry their sponsoring fiancé(e) within 90 days of arrival in the US. Following the marriage, the couple can apply for a green card, if they [...]
Top US Student Visa Interview Questions
Did you know that there are strict work restrictions for an individual visiting the US on an F1 visa? Yes, since the F1 visa is a non-immigrant student visa for those wanting to study in America, it doesn’t allow you to work for a salary. If you are planning to attend high school, a training program, university or any other academic [...]