B1/B2 visa news: An Indian traveler recently shared on Reddit that a B1/B2 visa application was rejected in under a minute, causing anxiety about whether to reapply. The Reddit post recounted the interview experience.
Visa Interview Details
VO: Where are you travelling?
Me: I’ll be visitng New Ark and other toursit spots and my realtive will be showing me around.
VO: Where all are you going in New York?
Me: New Ark, California! not New York. I’ll be visiting SF, San Jose, Vegas and Grand Canyon.
VO: How long is your trip?
Me: 15 days
VO: are you married?
Me: No
“Your visa is rejected with 214b,” the user added.
Reddit Users Offer Advice and Analysis
Details shared on Reddit prompted varied responses from users who analyzed why the visa may have been denied. One user said, “You were denied because you travel plans don’t make sense and you are a single male who fits profile of people that overstay. No point in reapplying they are not letting you in.”
Another advised, “Looks like you weren’t prepared for the interview. The names or places you mentioned have you checked whether you can cover in 15 days.”
A third user added, “I grew up in the Bay Area, no one says they’re visiting Newark. It’s not a tourist spot, it’s all houses and strip malls there, that’s the first red flag. If you said you were staying in Newark CA with your relative it would’ve been more plausible, but you then would have to prove sufficient funds.”
A fourth user offered detailed guidance for future applicants. “I’m in USA. If you has said VEGAS or Grand canyon or NYC or just 1 of them then ok. You said too many cities in too short of a time and its obvious you are not going to visit. So wait 1 year then google hotspots in Vegas and grand canyon and make a plan like a toursist. Like I will first land in vegas then a week later take tour from hotel to grand canyon. Then few days later, I will take tour from hotel to DVNP, CA which is 2-3hrs away.”
The Reddit thread highlights the importance of clear, realistic travel plans and proper preparation for US visa interviews, especially for first-time or solo travelers.