A 29-year-old Chennai applicant has shared his unexpectedly smooth B1/B2 visa approval experience on Reddit, offering a detailed account of his interaction with the US Consulate. The user, an Indian passport holder applying for a tourism visa, said he arrived for his 9.30 AM appointment with “not much hopes,” but walked out with an approval in under 40 minutes.
According to his post, he reached the consulate at 8.40 AM, cleared security checks, and proceeded to the interview area. He described the staff and officers as “jolly and helpful,” noting that even a protein bar accidentally left in his pocket was allowed after a humorous exchange with a security guard.
“Good Morning Officer”: Applicant Recounts His Interview
The Reddit user said his interview took place at Window 19, where a “jolly” female officer conducted the process. He shared the full Q&A as it happened:
Me – Good Morning officer, how are you doing?
Officer – Good morning, I’m going good, how about you?
Me – I’m good too, thanks for asking.
Officer – What’s your purpose of visit
Me – I’m planning to visit to meet an old friend of mine and also explore during Christmas festivities.
Officer – So where do you work at ?
Me – Yes, officer, i work at (Name of place). I have been working here for close to 3 years, and I have a total work experience of 7 plus years.
Officer – Have you visited any other countries?
Me – yes officer, I’ve visited Turkey, and Bhutan. Additionally I’ve recently visited Vietnam for which I’ve a stamp on my passport but its not part of DS160
Officer – How long is your US trip?
Me – It’s 10 days trip where I plan to explore and also visit my friend.
Officer – How are you planning to sponsor your trip?
Me – I’m self sponsoring the entire trip, and my friend will provide free accommodation at his place .
Officer – Do you know if your friend is a US citizen?
Me – He is on H-1B visa. I have his documents if you need to refer.
Officer: No, I don’t need to review that. Thank you. Please place your right hand on the scanner. Your visa is approved and you’ll get your passport in some days. Enjoy your trip.
Me – Thank you officer (with a big smile).
Reddit User Says Process Was Faster and Easier Than Expected
The applicant said he was impressed by how quickly the process moved. “The queues were less than I expected,” he wrote, adding that he exited the consulate by 9.10–9.15 AM. The positive experience, he said, was helped by a friendly security team, smooth screening, and a visa officer who appeared to be in a “good mood.”
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