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How to Report Tourist Visa Abuse in the United States?

If you believe someone is planning to change their tourist visa to a work visa in the U.S. under fraudulent circumstances or is violat...

What Advice for F1 Applicants From US Visa Officers?

As a U.S. visa officer (hypothetically), here is practical advice for F-1 student visa applicants to improve their chances of a successf...

Why Do US Firms Hire H1B Workers Over Americans?

American companies sometimes hire H-1B visa holders instead of U.S. citizens for several key reasons — though it’s important to note tha...

Why Don’t Officers Check Documents in Interview?

Many consular officers do not ask for or look at documents during a visa interview because U.S. visa decisions are often made based on the...

Why Must U.S. Immigration Prove Real Marriages?

The U.S. immigration system cares whether a marriage is “sincere” or “real” because marriage-based immigration benefits are only inte...

Can Indian Army Officer Visit Pakistan on Visa?

In theory, an Indian Army officer can apply for a tourist visa to Pakistan, but in practice, it is highly restricted and unlikely to be appro...

Will Google Cancel Offer If Visa Is Denied?

If you receive a job offer from Google (or any company) but are unable to obtain the necessary visa to work in the country where the job is locat...

Do I Need a Visa to Visit England from Scotland?

No, if you are in Scotland on a working visa and wish to visit England, you do not need a separate tourist visa for England.

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Has a Spiritual Visa Attempt Been Seen Before?

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or work as a U.S. consular officer, but I can share insights based on how consular officers genera...