US visa rejection: Delhi man told to “see his country first”

A US tourist visa denial has gone viral online after an applicant reportedly told he should “see your own country first” because he had never traveled outside Delhi. The video, shared on social media, has triggered widespread discussion about the visa adjudication process.

The incident was highlighted by Instagram vlogger Jay IRL India, who explained that his friend’s visa application was rejected on the grounds of limited travel history within India. The alleged comment from the visa officer sparked mixed reactions among netizens.

Some users supported the officer’s perspective, arguing that domestic travel builds cultural awareness, while others criticised the decision as arbitrary and questioned the transparency of visa adjudications for Indian nationals.

Visa and immigration experts note that consular officers have broad discretionary powers when evaluating applications but are expected to follow standardized guidelines. Critics argue that informal factors, such as domestic travel history, should not influence visa outcomes.

The debate has drawn attention to the opaque nature of US visa rejections, with many calling for clearer communication and fairness in the process for applicants from India.