What is the Difference Between a Visa Denial and a Visa Refusal?
A visa Refusal or Denial brings disappointment, frustration, and confusion over what to do next to enter the U.S. lawfully. Before you apply for a visa, it’s important to know the common reasons for a refusal or denial.
A Visa Refusal means you did not present all the necessary information or documents for the consular officer to determine your visa eligibility. You will be instructed on what additional evidence is needed and how to submit it. If you do not submit the requested documents within one year, you will need to reapply for the visa and pay a new application fee.
A Visa Denial happens when someone presumed to have immigrant intent, intent to remain permanently, rather than temporarily, in the United States. Visa applicants have the burden to overcome this presumption and prove they have no immigrant intent. For instance, visa applicants must show they have strong ties to their home country, which they cannot abandon, and intend to visit the U.S. temporarily for business or pleasure.
To prevent a visa denial, you should seek guidance from an immigration attorney who deals with consular processing. An attorney can evaluate your case to verify your visa eligibility and help you through the process.
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