Does Having Relatives in US Reduce F1 Visa Chances for MS?

Having relatives in the USA does not automatically reduce your chances of getting an F1 visa. However, consular officers carefully evaluate whether applicants have strong ties to their home country to ensure they will return after completing their studies.

If you have relatives in the US, the officer may scrutinize your application more closely to confirm your intent to return home. Strong evidence of ties—such as family, property, employment prospects, or long-term plans in your home country—can help demonstrate that you do not intend to overstay.

In short, relatives in the US do not disqualify you, but you must clearly show that your purpose is academic and that you will return home after completing your degree.