What do Visa Officers see & think about as you approach the window? Ex-Visa Officer explains!

Ever wonder what the Visa officer is looking at as you approach the window? What might they be thinking? Former Visa Officer and U.S. Immigration Attorney Travis Feuerbacher explains how a typical day as a Visa Officer begins, what officers see as applicants approach the window, and what they might think about as they initiate each visa interview.
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[@ZFvisa]

As always, the key is to just BE HONEST at your interview. Visa officers have access to a surprising amount of information, so it’s better to just be yourself.

[@karenbotacion8226]

Thank you Sir.

[@RobloxBeLike5787]

I have question my hubby has stoma bag (stool bag) but he is normally do everything he needs any dr letter or somthing we wanna apply visit visa just to explore usa we r family of 6 oll kids r under 18 or minor

[@audreyskitchengeneralsuppl1686]

Good morning Sir please I wanted to speak with you about my appointment before the third of May please

[@teddymontague5655]

That did not work...

[@Adi-wx9os]

Hello sir, I would like to ask you one important question, how important is your contact in USA when you apply the ds-160 because my contact is my brother and I applied with his previous address? Is it important to apply new ds-160 because of this address? Thankyou in advance

[@humbiaa]

I witnessed something at the us embassy that truly broke my heart when I went to apply for an us visa. I was right behind an elderly couple in the queue and I could hear every answer they provided. They wanted to visit their daughter who lived in the us. They told the interviewer how long they intended to stay for, how much money they had, where they would stay, documents proving the daughter was there legally, and several other questions to only hear in the end their visa had been declined as the interviewer was not convinced they would return home. I was a bit frightened when it was my turn but eventually I was granted the visa. It turns out my 10 year visa expired without me never visiting the us as I decided to visit some other places instead. If given the chance I would have gladly swapped places with that old couple.

[@ZFvisa]

That is very unfortunate! Glad you were approved, and hope you have a great trip.

[@riskyron1416]

My wife a University Administrator and Professor was denied a US Tourist Visa 3 times. She is just 6 years from retirement. Plus the only reason for the Visa was onward travel to Canada and Europe with the US stay 5 hours or less. Wise ass official the third time greeted her, "Happy Birthday your US Tourist Visa is Denied."

[@ci7alex1]

This channel is a blessing. The way both ex officers deliver the content is uniquely engaging. I bet people coming for visa tips end up wanting to work for the Foreign Service at the end of the day. )

[@tanhuynh2616]

Great videos!!!! Very clear voice, informative, professionalism!!!!

[@nisarglobal]

Appreciate the way you clearly spoke and tried to make listeners understand 👍

[@ZFvisa]

Thank you!

[@ankushkanojiya6760]

Thanks zf visa i used to watch your videos and my visa is approved ✅

[@ZFvisa]

Fantastic!

[@shaibuabdul-kadri6817]

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE QUESTIONS YOU WERE ASK DURING YOUR INTERVIEW

[@irfandentalstudio7893]

One of the most informative video ,i have ever seen uptill niw. Thanks for such a blessing video. Your message is just conclusive and removes all the myth and rumours. ❤

[@ZFvisa]

Glad you found it useful!

[@jessaronquillo5260]

Thank you for this Idea sir🙏

[@maritalucena8218]

I experienced from start to finished all the things you shared in your blog sir .. thank you

[@ZFvisa]

Hope you got a good outcome!

[@pangsheril_yn8411]

Thank you for this very much

[@marlonremolar-lipa5940]

It’s all about HONESTY, I have a pending petition but granted a multiple 10 year entry last 2014 and renewed it just this Feb 2024 via the interview waiver and was issued another 10 year multiple entry. Just be honest, travel to the US at least 5 times in 10 years, don’t engage in any work related activities and you’re good to go

[@ZFvisa]

Yes! Honesty is key!

[@medhadeodhar162]

Do we need to give details of pending petition, or court approval for visa

[@marlonremolar-lipa5940]

@@medhadeodhar162NO just answer what is asked for

[@medhadeodhar162]

Thanks

[@marlonremolar-lipa5940]

@@medhadeodhar162 you’re welcome

[@tanyisyvileebanga3621]

Thanks so much for the information.

[@ZFvisa]

Our pleasure!

[@alexwashington8007]

Very interesting video thank you so much ❤

[@callebpaizante5083]

Very helpful video! Thank you for sharing your professional experience!

[@ZFvisa]

Glad it was helpful!

[@haeey]

This video helped me a lot in practicing and preparing my visa interview. Thank you so much! :)

[@ZFvisa]

Glad you found it useful!

[@xavierm4623]

Listening to you improves my English skills. Thanks!

[@ZFvisa]

That's great!

[@federitomalabago3151]

Loud and clear..thank you sir for the infos and clarifications

[@ZFvisa]

You are welcome!

[@priscilagomes-live]

Thank you for the video, valuable information. The only downside is the “look just like you”!?!

[@KokkorHekkus-zb6dj]

He was probably thinking of someone "from your own culture", a countryman. I would be highly amused if I was a visa applicant and they went through the trouble to find someone who looked just like me.

[@isaaczutah5585]

Hi sir, please do the DV applicant need an affidavit of support, too?

[@mfontenyanick7333]

Good day Sir, I had and accident and currently on crutches,with a brokenfemur ,can i still be granted CR1 visa? My spouse is a US Navy sailor

[@fritchanthony9449]

Hello, first of all many thanks for your video, i would like to ask you if Simeone was in Europe since 24 years the officer can know this information during the interview in us ambassy for lottery visa. Many thanks for responding on my question.

[@johnsmith1953x]

*My VISA into China took MONTHS!!!* I'm sooo glad I finally got it!!! So I know how it feels for these chinese trying to get a visa!!

[@realismatitsfinest5745]

Thankfully, as a Canadian, I will never have to go through a US visa interview. We can enter the US visa-free for up to180 days (many Canadian retirees do this and spend the winter months in Arizona, Texas or Florida). When we line up at the airport, we can line up with the Americans (that.line usually moves much faster) because we don't have to get our irises or fingerprints scanned, like all other foreigners do (though they do have full access to Cdn databases for crimes, health, etc so they know if you have committed a crime and can deny entry to you based on this). And yes, we can even study visa-free in the USA (however we do still need to register under the I-20 Student Registration program). When I got my pilot's license in the USA, no student visa was required. And the best part of getting the pilots lic in the USA is every single license, rating and endorsement is completely transferable to Canada, unlike EU, UK, Australia or any other country that has their own licensing requirements. (Only the PPL is transferable in most countries but not instrument rating, multi-engine, floatplane, etc.)

[@ZFvisa]

Canadians have it pretty good when it comes to the U.S. visa!

[@DooshimaTerpase-Gbaa-yk1lm]

Thank you so much for these information.

[@ZFvisa]

You’re welcome!

[@Meklistine]

Thank you this is really helpful,have you encounter before applicant have incomplete info in their Ds160 and when they contacted the nvc the advise is to just inform the interviwer about the missing info do you think it can be ground for denial of visa?

[@ZFvisa]

It’s impossible to say without knowing more about your circumstances. Send us an email to [e-mail], and we can perhaps offer some guidance.

[@Karan___00x10]

Very informative viedo sir 🎉🎉🎉

[@JohnSmith-bz9be]

Very thorough and well-presented :)

[@ZFvisa]

Glad you liked it!

[@onlinewaseem]

Do DV Lottery application effects a NIV application or do VO sees the DV Lottery application?

[@melindaabarquez2451]

Thank so much sir for informative topic. I'm still waiting for 1=129 approval

[@ZFvisa]

Best of luck!

[@melindaabarquez2451]

​@@ZFvisaThank you so much

[@alishamunwar7294]

Hi sir.. you are giving best information. I HV a quick question pls. Sir I applied b1b2 visa for conference as paper presenter. So should I buy tickets for my finalized my plan and if no than if VO asked Abt my return tickets what to say ?!?? Pls ans me m very upst

[@alexanderkomeiji]

You decide not only on the future of applicants, but also on the future of your country

[@nanaadwoayamoaah6134]

Every educative am watching from Ghana

[@shahnavazshaikh5508]

Sir, when old.backlog will be.cleared. ? When cut off score will be.down

[@falonemusonda7767]

Thank you 🙏

[@ZFvisa]

You’re welcome 😊

[@jamesccook]

Thanks for the video

[@ZFvisa]

You’re welcome!

[@kamakuneannet4626]

Hi good info here and all am asking when are the long ques reducing .once you put ijnan appointment its kept on waiting untill a slot is available sometimes you are give 8 to.10.months ahead.

[@ZFvisa]

The best idea is to keep checking.

[@globalsupport4597]

@ZFvisa Hello Please concerning the DV lottery program, my brother won but has an issue he genuinely needs assistance. He did travel outside his home country by land with no passport required to a neighbor country for business opportunities after graduation but he didn't last 8 months, got a bank account and got fingerprinted and face caption in that process. My question is since he didn't stay for more than 12 months, must he state in the ds260 and provide police Clearance report?

[@tatoute1]

Copy of police certificates showing any past infractions or lack thereof. These certificates, also called “police clearance letters,” must be obtained from: Any place in your home country where you lived for at least six months after age 16 Any place outside of your home country where you lived for at least one year after age 16 Any jurisdiction where you’ve ever been arrested or charged with a crime, regardless of how long you lived there or what age you were at the time

[@aarjuaryal3214]

@ZFVisa How should I handle the fact that my sibling is in the United States and is currently undergoing the Adjustment of Status process on the DS-160 form? Will this pose any issues during the interview when questioned about my sibling?

[@ZFvisa]

It could! Best to be honest. Send us an email to [e-mail], and we can see how we might help you prepare.

[@ojerindejumoke5278]

Thanks a million for sharing this professional information

[@ZFvisa]

You’re welcome

[@tirnom]

I did not apply for a visa to the United States, but all visa centers in most countries of the 1-st world require a huge pile of documents. And if the decision is mainly made on the basis of an internal criminal investigation, a visa application form and an interview, then WHY the hell do I need to prepare this bunch of documents! I don't understand! I spent a lot of money even on the translation of documents and I believe that 90% of these documents are not opened by my officer at all. I would be glad if you could explain this side of the visa officer's job.

[@MDABUMUSA-vd1ut]

Thank you sir providing us for valuable information, may allah Bless you, as an ex-us embassy officer you provide accurate information, but others can't give real information,

[@ZFvisa]

It's my pleasure!

[@PradipDas-zm5ms]

hey, Good morning could you please tell me how to answer the gap

[@felicidadcarlos2321]

Thank you for your info

[@ZFvisa]

You bet!

[@sebastianmedina5832]

Habing traveled on a student visa to another first world country improvea rhe chances?

[@PranathiPulavarthy-bl7ld]

My DS 160 is correct but there might have been a typo/error while i was filling out the us visa scheduling website. I paid the F1 fee but I didn't get a chance to review the info i entered in the new CGI portal. If there's a mistake, can I correct it during VAC biometrics?

[@ZFvisa]

You should be able to log in to the portal and update your information.

[@PreciousJeruto-jw1dl]

What if I made a typing error of adding an extra letter in my name during my dv application how should I go about it or would it minimizemy chances of winningi

[@phideliaserwaaaggrey9883]

Why is the consultation fee too expensive 😭😢 $499 . Omg this is too much .How much is the visa itself think about and reduce it a little. Please

[@rahulkumar6924]

Hello sir , Good day! I have scheduled my US C1d counselling on 22nd of march 2024. Actually i have renewed my passport 3 years ago, and i missed the old passport. Will old passport is mandate requirement in us c1d visa interview. Please suggest me. Looking forward to hearing from you. Thanks in advance.

[@abdullahfahad6388]

I have a very important question. I was not arested in USA on any criminal link, but was arrested and relieased and the case was dismissed on a case that was civic. It was related to immigration. I was given a case, court date to prove that I changed school properly, my school provided that and the case was dismissed. Even everytime i traveled to USA before, I had to wait extra 30 minutes or so at a special room, just for them to check this thing. Now, should I say I was arrested? although it was not criminal? It was related to removal proceedings that was dismissed.

[@ZFvisa]

We would need to know more to offer guidance, but you should definitely not try to hide this. Send us an email to [e-mail].

[@varshasingh7463]

Sir this is really great infomative video for all of us ,i want to knoe is it really compulsory that you have to have a travel history any before ?

[@ZFvisa]

Travel is definitely not required; it’s just one thing that might help you establish yourself as a tourist.

[@danielackah7782]

Please if you have won a DV lottery in the past but did not get a second notification to book an interview appointment, does that pass for applying for a visa before?

[@OsasWilliams-uh9tn]

What if u don't remember the reason while you where denied

[@ArlenHernandez-dt6vs]

Do playing the dv affect your non immigrant visa?

[@aiyabeishe-vv5ko]

Sir. I couldn’t get from work NOC sponsor visa . After tomorrow my interview . There’s a chance to get approved from embassy without NOC ??

[@user-zm3jt9ex3i]

Hello . May I just ask, my appointment is on May 13,2024 and may estimate date of visiting US is on Christmas. Is it too early for me to get an interview appointment that might led me to fail the interview?? ty for answers

[@ZFvisa]

It’s generally a good idea to plan ahead! Just remember to be honest in your interview, and provide as much detail as you can. Good luck!

[@joythomas9991]

Thanks for this information i applied twice many yrs ago and denied but guess i was pretty youn maybe they taugh i would've have moved away from my country, but honestly that wasn't my intention but now am older with children married, now a successful business owner and wanting to give my kids the experience of traveling to visit there relative's so i decided after many yrs to retry again hope this time we will be successful, this was very informative

[@ZFvisa]

It sounds like your life has changed significantly since your previous attempts, which can help. Send us an email to [e-mail], and we'll see how we might help you prepare.

[@meenavaj89]

Hi, I submitted my ds-160 and scheduled for appointment already. I just found i answer NO to the question have you traveled any countries/regions within the past 5 yrs? Which i did. Should I update it or can i just let the visa officer know at interview?

[@ZFvisa]

You should try to update the form. If you aren’t able to do so, we recommend that you reach out your the Embassy / Consulate where you plan to interview. They may recommend a new DS-160.

[@uzenduifeyinwagospelmusic6131]

Pls sir, I applied for b1 visa to attend a professional conference, but I went and submitted before I knew that it takes time to schedule for interview. It’s a yearly conference but the date on the form I submitted for conference has passed before I could secure date. Should I fill another ds160 before the interview date to update the date for the next conference date

[@ZFvisa]

To be safe, it would be best to upload a new DS-160, but note that you may need to schedule (and pay for) a new interview if you do so. As an alternative, you can also keep your current DS-160 and note the new conference dates at your interview. Schedule a session with us at zfvisa.com if you'd like our help to prepare!

[@catherinehg2852]

I love the voice and fluency..anyone can understand this officer.. I just subscribed. Wish you could be near to help someone living in kenya

[@ZFvisa]

Fantastic! Thanks for the nice words.

[@saajeeb]

Wonderful information indeed, thanks!

[@ZFvisa]

Glad it was helpful!

[@waseemsajjad1934]

my father has a 5-year US visit visa. He visited the US last year, stayed for about a month, and then returned. I am applying for a training program under J1. will my father's visit visa be a positive or negative for me?

[@ZFvisa]

It won’t likely be a negative impact, but it’s hard to say without knowing more about your situation. Send us an email to [e-mail].

[@karenbotacion8226]

Hello, Sir. I'm delighted to have watched your video as I am planning to apply for a visa. I currently work online, and I just want to ask if you also contact the employers we input in our application? Thanks

[@ZFvisa]

Possibly! Best advice is to be honest, and answer all of the Visa Officer's questions as truthfully as possible.

[@Dreamersyoutube777]

​@@ZFvisaDoes us visa interview officer know about our previous travel history to other country's by scanning the passport?

[@liezelclimaco2018]

Halo Sir how about if we are couple planning to get the US visa do we have to fill up the DS 160 form each?

[@ZFvisa]

Yes, you’ll each need to fill out a separate DS-160. Remember to be honest in your responses!

[@Josephine-sv4np]

I remember that day,it wasn't easy.

[@ZFvisa]

It’s not an easy process!

[@tulsirijal4047]

Hello sir, good day i had a serious issue and i am very confused. I got dv lottery for the year 2025 but the problem is i was in australia for almost 10 years and in that time i overstayed my visa for quiet a time. Now its been exact 1 year 11 months i am back to my home country nepal. I saw the sample ds 260 form and i noticed there is a specific question ie: have you ever been deported or removed from any country which i have. I wasn't deported forcefully but i left the country voluntarily. What should i do in this situation i had a little daughter and a wife and i want to give them a best life possible for all the pain they got from me being long distant and couldn't be with them for a number of years. Please kindly help me if you have any suggestions regarding this matter Regards

[@saniya7649]

How to report a fraud in USA about one of our relatives? I wrote email to the consulate but no reply. Just one question howcome such people are allowed in USA after knowing such people committed fraud in their home country?

[@alanaranga6990]

I have a question Could my recent overstay on a previous US visa(almost 13 years ago and I was 11 years old) affect my application for a new Diversity Visa lottery visa?

[@ZFvisa]

Probably not because your 10-year ban would have already expired.

[@joynwadibia8628]

I was denied F1 visa November 2023 on 214b and now I have opportunity to attend a professional conference in USA, will the previous denial affect the approval of my b1 b2 visa

[@ZFvisa]

It will certainly be visible to the Visa Officer, and it could affect the outcome of this application Schedule a consultation with us at zfvisa.com, and we'll help you prepare.

[@alishamajeed1069]

Hello sir! I am applying for an F-1 visa, I visited the US last fall for an exchange program in a J-1 visa. Currently I am subjected to section 212(e). Can that lead to a visa rejection as by the time I will be going to US the 2 years requirement will not be fulfilled. And does having a J-1 visa approved previously increases the chances of getting visa again? Thank you!

[@ZFvisa]

Good questions! It's very difficult to offer any guidance without knowing more about your circumstances. Please schedule a session with us at zfvisa.com, and we can walk you through options & help you prepare for your next application.

[@bbldrizzy69god910]

well i have been 100/100 honest 2 times with all my docs and got my visa refused twice,i have another appointment tomorrow but i dont have any hope for it, i wanted to be there just for 4 months in j1 program. these interviews are totally random

[@ZFvisa]

It can feel that way, but you need to better understand so you can prepare.

[@akuadarling]

Well, my experience was terrible in 2015. The officer was a female. She seemed upset when i went to her window and dismissed me outrightly. I was shocked. She only asked what my name was and cut me before i could finish. She then went on to the next question. Where will you be staying... i mentioned it and she asked what state that was in. Right after giving her ther answer she refused my visavand asked me to leave the window. Wow !! I was shocked. Well, i just went to Dubai for the holiday. I enjoyed it😂😂.

[@ZFvisa]

So sorry to hear about this experience! Reach out to us - [e-mail] - if you plan to try again. We should be able to help you improve your chance of success.

[@jasminnganga3267]

After payment how many sessions do I get from the said fee? Or is it one of?

[@gemmaledesma2644]

Is this the black African or american woman

[@ericoppong61]

Good day, please if you have been denied a visitors visa to Canada before but you now want to apply for F1 visa to the USA, will the visa officer see ur previous canadian visa denial? since you are not included that on the DS 160.

[@ZFvisa]

it's possible, so be honest if asked about it!

[@victoriaberkoasamoah1642]

What happens if you submitted a DS 160 for B1/B2 visa but didn't go for the interview. Will the visa officer still have those records

[@ZFvisa]

Yes. But it won’t be a problem that you didn’t go to the interview.

[@Biggybanky]

My question is anyone could be assigned to any window, how does the officer quickly figure you out and have some of your info displayed while approaching the interview counter.

[@ZFvisa]

This is a great question! The process varies by Embassy/Consulate, but the officer will generally retrieve your file from your DS-160 confirmation page - either as you walk up to the window, or as soon as you hand the form over. This is one of several reasons why a Visa Officer cannot make a decision before they initiate the visa interview, and the answers you provide are crucial to the decision.

[@redstar1287]

Nice information

[@ZFvisa]

Thanks

[@AJ-lt8sz]

Hello! Thank you for the video it was helpful. I have one a question. If you have applied for a DV lottery green card (no response yet), will the Officer be able to see that information about me? Thanks for all your hard work.

[@ZFvisa]

The officer will most likely be able to see that you have an active petition on file, and you should be prepared for a few questions about that. As always, the best advice is to be honest!

[@AJ-lt8sz]

@@ZFvisa Thank you

[@AbubakarSeif]

Thank you for this video

[@ZFvisa]

Glad you found it useful!

[@EdwardKyeremateng]

@zfvisa please does the school send a copy of your 1-20 to the embassy when you are going for interview ?? If not how would the VO get to know that you have full scholarship, would he/he got to know of it through the I-20 you present to him/her the day of your interview or the school will send him/her a copy of your I-20 ??

[@ZFvisa]

The visa officer will look at your I-20 to get that information.

[@ravneetkaur7761]

Hello sir I don't have any relatives in usa but my agent fill yes in relatives but I truthfully say that I don't have any relatives in usa but visa told me that your form says something else ... do please it's a humble request to you please guide me what can I do now

[@ZFvisa]

It’s important to review your DS-160 before submission - whether you fill it out or somebody else does for you. Unfortunately in most cases, you must submit a new DS-160 form to change any information, and that may also require a new interview appointment (and a new payment of the interview fee). Schedule a session with us at zfvisa.com if you’d like our assistance!

[@racheybrown]

Filled with very helpful information. What if my fiancé was denied two visa applications to come to the US, one as a student, and another as a model because of lack of family ties, and she also overstayed her worked visa in London? How would this affect her?”

[@ZFvisa]

These are all potential complications. We're happy to help her understand what to expect, and to help her prepare, if she plans to try again.

[@bovattheo1360]

Good evening sir please i have a worry and wish you could help me. I applied for the immigrant visa to the us (lottery), i submitted my ds260 in July with case number AF6K up till now i have not yet received my second notification letter. Please what is the problem and how can i handle it it? Thank you

[@user-xc8db5zi2c]

How can we get in touch so that I can direct to a Lady I see online helping people

[@lotiscurry]

Thank you very much Sir for this ideas . I will be honest . 😊

[@ZFvisa]

Great! Best of luck!

[@roxaneartc]

You got it?

[@bensonvigbe5066]

WHAT HAPPEN IF THE ADDRESS OF WHERE I INTENDS TO STAY CHANGE DUE TO SOME FACTOR AND I COULD NOT CHANGE BEFORE MY INTERVIEW DATE

[@ZFvisa]

That’s totally understandable. Just note it during your interview

[@Nazmul-pr2eb]

Hello i am from Bangladesh. I am looking for C1D visa. I want to visit few countries before applying for visa. Like India, Nepal, Saudi Arabia. Will this have any positive effect on my C1D visa?

[@ZFvisa]

Prior travel is generally a good way to show that you have a history of trips outside your country, but it is by no means a requirement to qualify for a visa. If you do travel abroad before applying, be sure to mention your trips in your DS-160 application form, and schedule a consultation with us at zfvisa.com if you'd like some help preparing for your interview. Good luck!

[@Crazeofgaming5120]

Dear Sir, I hope you're doing well, actually I was apply B1/B2 in January 2023 and I get appointment April 2024 so now many things change in my trip which i add in DS160 before likw Travel Date and Hotel booking so how i change this things after submitting the application. Kindly help me

[@ZFvisa]

Details such as your travel plans can usually be updated when you arrive for your interview. Be sure to mention those changes during your interview, or if possible, before your interview, such as when your fingerprints are taken (this is often when staff work to make sure all data is up to date). If any key information has changed, such as a job, then it may be advisable to file a new DS-160.

[@PranathiPulavarthy-bl7ld]

can i mention pursuing hobbies as reason for 5 month gap after graduation? which would be better volunteering or hobbies?

[@ZFvisa]

The best is what really happened. Be honest, and clearly explain your plans. Take a look at our online training course at www.zfvisaguides.com for a complete overview of how to prepare and how to most effectively communicate with your visa officer.

[@PranathiPulavarthy]

Graduated in December 23. Can I mention I was volunteering (related to bachelor's) and doing online courses (related to upcoming MS) in ds 160? Does volunteering look like I'm not ambitious?

[@ZFvisa]

This can be a good thing! Take a look at our online course at www.zfvisaguides.com for more guidance on how to prepare and communicate your situation to your Visa Officer.

[@andoheric7765]

Pls I want your advice on this I have my interview next week in Beijing. I am going for Masters at XXX university but my problem is I recently completed my Masters here in China, actually my study period was from september 2020 to April 2023 but I arrived at China March 2023 which I had only one month left to finish my work so I did six months extension to finish my Thesis without doing any practical Lab work and experiment. Please help me on how to go about this. Do I have to explain myself by mentioning my previous studies? for instance if I am asked "what are you going to do in the US" Since doing another masters in the same field raises a red flag Or I don't have to mention about my previous study unless it's being asked? I have funding that fully covers my tuition and monthly stipend. MSc Mechanical Engineering

[@ZFvisa]

you need to list all of your education on your DS-160, so assume this will come up. Send us an email to [e-mail], and we'll see if we can help you prepare and improve your chance of success.

[@user-of3um2lu1f]

Thanks

[@ZFvisa]

Our pleasure!

[@blancaarizmendi3698]

My visa got denied last year due to me admitting that I’ve consumed MJ in the state of IL. I’ve lived in the US all my life and when I got denied, I had to stay in Mexico for a whole year. I have my next exam coming up in June of 2024. I have not consumed any MJ since I’ve been held back. I’m also doing their “recommended rehab” to show that I don’t have a genuine problem with MJ. Do you know of any similar cases that got an approval the second time around with a clean exam? Ps: I have two kids with my husband who is my petitioner and all my boxes checked out except for the medical exam. Any tip helps tremendously! Thank you!

[@ZFvisa]

Send us an email to [e-mail].

[@umarfarooq-qv5sj]

what if my visa category was different in past, how can I overcome this. My previous refusal was of work visa from Italy, now I want to apply for study visa in different country.

[@ZFvisa]

You’ll need to be honest about your previous refusal. Think about what in your life has changed since then, and focus on why you want to study now. Send us an email to [e-mail] if you’d like our help to prepare.

[@niraljoshi2489]

Hello sir As a visa officer, do know that to how Universities applicant infront of you has applied and accepted or rejected from them

[@ZFvisa]

No, but this is something you might discuss during your interview to explain how you arrived at the decision to attend a specific school.

[@user-le7gt3hj6j]

Sir, i got an interview date but my ds 160 confirmation number is not current. What should I do.

[@ZFvisa]

You may need to fill out a new DS-160 and schedule a new consultation with the new confirmation number. Best to reach out to the consulate or embassy to see if they can help!

[@JunaidKhan-gz1ji]

My university asked my to pay $500 to secure seat in the class which is nonrefundble. Should i pay ?

[@ZFvisa]

Good question! You should never assume your visa will be approved, but if this is necessary to secure your spot in a class, you may need to do it. Just remember that if your application is denied, you may not get this money back.

[@RavinderSingh-zm1dt]

Very useful information the way of explanation is really good..keep up the good work...thank u so much..

[@ZFvisa]

So nice of you!

[@cassandracoke9727]

If i get an 11:00 appointment how earlier than that time should i be on spot ? Please and thanks

[@ZFvisa]

It’s probably a good idea to arrive about 45 minutes early

[@vinatgeephoenix]

Hi. Do visa officers require bank statements or I20 is enough

[@ZFvisa]

You should bring them just in case, but they may not look at them.

[@vinatgeephoenix]

@@ZFvisa thank you for your reply. Then how do they verify the financial documents?

[@blessedlovedandfavoured4129]

If you had visited another country and overstayed.. Will that make you be denied a green card visa after being selected

[@ZFvisa]

It could complicate your situation for a few reasons, but as with many considerations, this will depend on several details unique to your situation. Schedule a consultation with us at zfvisa.com if you'd like our assistance!

[@zalitheamuyama]

Useful information

[@ZFvisa]

Glad you think so!

[@ALI-vr8li]

i made a mistake on my visa appIication. the address i put in for my work pIace its wrong, i put in the address of my refrence who was my supervisior who is in a foreign country. i got confused on the appIication i thought they wanted me to provide the refrence of someone i used to work with

[@ZFvisa]

If you haven't scheduled your interview yet, the easiest thing to do is fill out a new DS-160 form, and use that Application ID to schedule your interview. If you have already scheduled your interview, consult the Embassy or Consulate's website where you intend to apply to see what options you might have.

[@ShrishtiGupta-rf4bc]

Hlo sir i got my i20 and the course is foreign affairs and diplomacy major in international relations and the university is Oakland University so please share the question related to that program and related to that University

[@ZFvisa]

Sounds like a great opportunity! We can’t offer any specific guidance until we know more about your situation. Send us an email to [e-mail], and we’ll see how we might help.