I’ve Been Refused! Why?
A. Probably because the consular officer found you ineligible under Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This is the most common type of refusal in nonimmigrant cases and is frequently accompanied by the explanation that the applicant is “not qualified” for the visa. U.S. visa law, as specified in Section 214(b) of the INA, requires that every applicant for a nonimmigrant visa be considered an intending immigrant until the applicant can show otherwise. To overcome the presumption of immigrant intent, the visa applicant must demonstrate to the consular officer that his reasons for returning to Jordan are greater than his reasons for staying in the United States. The vast majority of applicants who are refused are denied because they were unable to overcome that presumption. The fact that someone was refused does not mean that he or she cannot apply again. If an applicant can bring new information to the next interview that indicates a SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE in his or
