Upcoming B2 U.S Visa interview for absence of any travel history

[smileatme]

Hi guys, I'm a 34 year old single female with no travel history . Have applied for B2 U.S visa to visit my aunt staying in the U.S alone. I'm a bit confused as to the reason to be stated for absence of travel history during the interview. The main reason is my mom's medical condition for the last 7-8 years due to which I had to be around to take care of her and home chores along with my sibling and father, though she's much better now hence my decision to travel. The other reason is that my parents don't really like travelling a lot hence the absence of travel history despite my aunt having stayed in the U S for more than a decade now. Please advise. Any help is highly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

[daggit]

What country are you applying from?

[smileatme]

What country are you applying from?

Applying from Mumbai, India..

[daggit]

All you can do is to apply, and must prove that you will return back to India to the CO's satisfaction at the interview. Unfortunately, many young, single, Indian females have forgotten to return home in the past. Many miraculously find a husband while visiting the US, while others suddenly fall in love with the US and attempt to become students. Those are your biggest hurdles to overcome if you were to apply.

[smileatme]

All you can do is to apply, and must prove that you will return back to India to the CO's satisfaction at the interview. Unfortunately, many young, single, Indian females have forgotten to return home in the past. Many miraculously find a husband while visiting the US, while others suddenly fall in love with the US and attempt to become students. Those are your biggest hurdles to overcome if you were to apply.

Thanks daggit for the advice.I absolutely understand the concern and would do my best to prove my strong ties to my home country. I am especially confused with this lack of travel history part and not sure about how to really answer that. As I said there these 2 reasons for that and I'm not sure if I should be mentioning about my mom's medical history or just tell them about not liking traveling a lot. What would be the best answer in this case? Don't want to screw up my case by not answering the right way when both are genuine reasons..Awaiting comments..

[daggit]

All applicants must pledge honesty throughout the visa process. US embassy staff in India (and elsewhere) are versed in recognizing coached responses; having a studied set of responses is not a formula that works. Indian applicants are known to try "..what should I say to increase my visa chances.." or "..how should I minimize chances of a visa rejection..". It's best to go with the flow and respond with whatever the genuine truth is.

[tshh]

In my personal opinion, do not apply and do not waste your money. Young, not married with no travel history those are the 2 main reasons among others for visa denial. And if you are concerned about your aunt, her condition or that you haven't seen her in a long time or if she is a citizen, I don't think they will consider those things.

[TarCas]

Well definitely apply. If you have a genuine reason and strong ties to India and you can prove you will return home after then you should get the visa.

[Zid]

Newbie Here.

Can anyone here advice me regarding B2 tourist Visa i will support my travel in USA.

Problem is i do not have money or savings in my Bank account but i can do fund my travel in USA my money is cash on hand i did not save money on the Bank did you think guys it will affect on my interview when i show up that there is no amount of money in my savings?

appreciate your feedback.

Thanks.

[tshh]

Newbie Here.

Can anyone here advice me regarding B2 tourist Visa i will support my travel in USA.

Problem is i do not have money or savings in my Bank account but i can do fund my travel in USA my money is cash on hand i did not save money on the Bank did you think guys it will affect on my interview when i show up that there is no amount of money in my savings?

appreciate your feedback.

Thanks.

I don't think they will care who is sponsoring your trip much or if you have the money. They will look at all other aspects in your visa application. Most importantly, make sure that you have strong ties. They usually have an idea from your information you provided and in some cases do not look at your papers during the interview. But that's my opinion.

[smileatme]

Thanks everyone for the help. Will definitely give it a try!

[tshh]

Thanks everyone for the help. Will definitely give it a try!

Good luck ! Let us know how it went !

[smileatme]

Good luck ! Let us know how it went !

My visa got approved!! The interview was done in a jiffy not much of grilling..

Asked me about my purpose of visit, employment details about me and my relative whom I'll be visiting in the U.S. My tenor at my job..also the VO asked me if I have travelled before the answer to which was no ofcourse..and that's it my visa was approved, couldn't believe my ears for a moment ..All n all a good experience! Thanks to this forum to help prepare for the interview!

[Zid]

I don't think they will care who is sponsoring your trip much or if you have the money. They will look at all other aspects in your visa application. Most importantly, make sure that you have strong ties. They usually have an idea from your information you provided and in some cases do not look at your papers during the interview. But that's my opinion.

Thank u so much for your thought really appreciate.