B1/B2 Visa
20-30% of B1/B2 visas are refused
The B1/B2 visa is for tourism or business. It includes business trips, vacations, visiting family, attending conferences, and even receiving medical treatment.
There are very few qualification requirements, which makes it have one of the highest refusal rates of all types of visas.
Relatives in the U.S.
This could be a negative or a positive in your case.
Previous refusals
Visa Officers can see all of your visa history.
Your “story” doesn’t make sense
The Visa Officer needs to feel confident that you will use the visa properly.
Not showing enough ties to home country
This is a non-immigrant visa, so it's critical that you show your ties to your home country.
Weak financial / professional situation
You will need to find highlights to balance the weaknesses in your case.
Know all the details of your DS-160 and travel plans
Make sure all the details are accurate and that you can tell them to the Officer at your interview.
Don’t use one word answers
Visa Officers hate one-word answers. You need to give answers that are thorough, yet concise.
Be confident when talking about your situation
Confidence is key! Being overly nervous will make it very difficult to showcase the strengths of your case.
Be proactive
It's your responsibility to give the Visa Officer the information they need to approve your visa.