Getting a B1/B2 visitor’s visa can be tough, especially if you are unprepared for the complexities of the process. Today, the team of experienced immigration lawyers at McBean Law will share our top tips on how to get approved for this visa.
LaToya McBean Pompy is an immigration lawyer who immigrated to the United States from Jamaica. Her experience sparked an interest in helping many families be together in the U.S. by founding McBean Law. If you need help with your or a loved one’s visa, contact us here or call us today at (888)-462-4006 to schedule a private consultation with LaToya and her team of New York immigration lawyers who are here to help you.
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How To Get A Visitor’s Visa?
See this topic on our YouTube channel – B1/B2 Visitor Visa Guide (2024)!
Before we begin, we want to let you know that the team at McBean Law has worked hard to prepare a Visitor Visa Guide where we outline 10 tips on how to get approved for this immigration pathway – download it here for free!
Tip #1: Understand Immigrant Intent
Understanding immigrant intent refers to the intention of the immigrant coming to the United States.
The government wants to make sure that your intention is not to stay in the United States longer than you are allowed to under the visitor’s visa. If they suspect that your intention is to come to the U.S. and stay here permanently with family, a partner, etc. or to work, then they may deny your visitor’s visa application on the grounds of immigrant intent.
You have to be able to prove to them that your intention is not to stay in the United States for a longer time than you’re allowed, or that your intention is not to overstay your visitor’s visa. Prove that you clearly understand the purpose of your visit and your purpose is short term, it’s temporary. You’re going to get back to your country. You’re going to go home.
Tip #2: Show Strong Ties To Your Home Country
You must prove that you have strong ties to your home country and that you have responsibilities at home that would make you want to go back.
So, you have a job, you have a home, you have family. You have things that are bringing you back to your home country that are important to you. You have your career. You have your assets, your education, etc. Whatever the case might be, you have something pulling you back home and you have the evidence of it that you could even show the Embassy official on the day of your interview.
Prove that there is no reason why you should overstay in America because you have all these other ties to your home country.
Tip #3: Review Your Application Carefully
Before your interview with immigration authorities, you should have all the information about your application fresh in your mind.
The interview is usually quite short, so there is no need to worry – just make sure you’re prepared to answer questions regarding your immigrant intent and ties to your home country.
If you have a past immigration history, make sure you have the facts of that clear and ready, too. For example, the length of time: How long did you stay in the U.S. the last time you were here? A past history of lengthy stays in the U.S. may raise red flags during your interview, as the officers may suspect that you spent time in the U.S. working without employment authorization or something similar.
So, make sure you have your facts in order and that you feel confident in your intentions. Download our free guide, prepare yourself, walk in there with confidence and get your visitor’s visa.
Additional Tip – Do You Have Denial In Your History?
If you had applied for the visitor visa in the past and you were denied due to red flags such as suspicious or inconsistent information shared during your interview, due to which you were marked for misrepresentation or fraud, you should speak to an experienced immigration lawyer because there is a waiver you can file, allowing you to apply for a visitor’s visa freely.
Read our recent blog on this topic – B1/B2 Visitor Visa Denied – What Should You Do Next?
Planning Your Roadmap to Success
Whether you are seeking assistance with visa applications, green cards, citizenship, or any other immigration matter, we are here to help you every step of the way. Our mission is not just to provide legal services but to empower our clients with the knowledge and resources they need to achieve their immigration goals. With proper legal counsel, persistent preparation, and meticulous attention to detail, your success can become reality too. Partner with professionals like McBean Law to chart your visa journey’s triumph.
If you are interested in more topics like this, please consider subscribing to our newsletter to get weekly updates on immigration news, relevant topics, and more! You can also find us on YouTube where we do weekly Q&A sessions.
LaToya McBean Pompy is an immigration lawyer who immigrated to the United States from Jamaica. Her experience sparked an interest in helping many families be together in the U.S. by founding McBean Law. If you need help with your or a loved one’s visa, contact us here or call us today at (888)-462-4006 to schedule a private consultation with LaToya and her team of New York immigration lawyers who are here to help you.
