Should I Disclose My Boyfriend When Applying US Visa?

Yes, it is generally advisable to be truthful and transparent when applying for a U.S. visitor visa, including when asked about your relationship with the person you plan to visit. U.S. visa officers value honesty, and providing false or misleading information can result in visa denial or even a long-term ban.

That said, how you present the relationship matters:

• If you say the visitor is your boyfriend, the officer may look more closely at whether the applicant has strong ties to their home country and intends to return, since romantic relationships can raise concerns about possible overstay.

• To strengthen the application, your boyfriend should provide evidence of strong ties to his home country—such as stable employment, property ownership, family responsibilities, or ongoing education.

• He should also show that he has sufficient funds to cover his trip and a clear travel plan (e.g., duration of visit, return ticket).

In short, it is better to disclose the truth—that he is your boyfriend—while supporting the application with strong evidence that he intends to return after the visit. Hiding the relationship could cause bigger problems if discovered.