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Anyone foreign born person who wishes to visit the United States must first obtain a visa to have lawful entry. A visa application must complete thoroughly and without error. Just one mistake or oversight can result in the visa being denied or delayed. As such, if you are applying to go to the U.S., you will want to avoid common mistakes on your visa application. While the whole visa application process may seem daunting, an experienced attorney can make the immigration process more manageable and less overwhelming for those seeking to make the United States.
Types of Visas and Eligibility
Many visas are denied due to ineligibility because the applicant mistaking filed for the wrong visa. There are many types of visas available to come to the United States, including both non-migrant visas for short stays, and immigrant visas, for those who wish to stay in the U.S. and establish permanent residency. You must know the type of visa that you will need, which is based upon the reason why you are travelling to the U.S. Some common types of visas include:
- Visas for travel: C Visa, B Visa, J Visa, F Visa, M Visa
- Visas for work or business: B Visa, EB Visa, E Visa, L Visa, H1B Visa,
- K Visas based on marriage:
- K1 Visas, for a foreign-born fiancé of a U.S. Citizen,
- K2 Visas, for children of individuals who are applying for or have been granted a K1 visa “fiancé visa”
- K3 Visas for a foreign-born spouse of a U.S. Citizen,
- K4 Visa , for children of a foreign-born individual who is applying for or have been granted K3 Visa
- F Visas for Family based immigration based on sponsorship of a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident:
- F1 visas for unmarried adult children (age 21 years or older)
- F2 Visas for spouse, minor children
- F3 visas for married children
- F4 visas for siblings
Are you still unsure which visa you need? Seek advice from a reputable U.S. immigration law firm.
Common Types of Visa Application Mistakes
Obtaining a U.S. visa can often take months, or even years, of careful planning, documentation, and preparation. Therefore, it can be a real shock when that visa that you were hoping for is unexpectedly denied. Surprisingly, the truth is that many visas are denied due to common mistakes made on the applications. Many of these mistakes are from simple errors that could easily be avoided, such as neglect or other clerical issues. The most common types mistakes on a U.S. visa application include:
- Missed deadlines
- Missing paperwork
- Wrong visa application filed
- Using old or outdated forms
- Missing signature
- Losing paperwork or other important documentation
- The applicant didn’t pay the application fee, or they paid the wrong amount
There are many things that could potentially go wrong from the time you decide to apply for a visa, to the time that you are finally granted one. Do not let a silly mistake or omission ruin your chance of coming to the United States!
An Immigration Attorney Can Help you Avoid Mistakes on Your Visa Application
While everybody makes mistakes in life, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will not accept any error on your visa application. If you make a mistake, it will cost a lot of time, money, and effort to fix it. Therefore, it is helpful to always consult with immigration attorney to avoid common mistakes on your visa application.
Trust the Immigration Lawyers at CoxEsq, PC to Help You With Applying for a Visa
When you are with CoxESQ, P.C, you will have an immigration lawyer with you throughout the entire visa application process, ensuring that your documents are completed accurately and submitted on time. We’ll help you determine your eligibility and make sure you’re applying for the right visa. With our team, an immigration attorney will thoroughly review your application to guarantee it’s accurate, complete, and backed by all the required documentation. Contact CoxEsq, PC today to schedule a consultation with an immigration lawyer.