Why are immigrant visa cases refused?
The most common reason for which immigrant visas are refused in Mumbai is because of the applicant’s failure to provide an I-864 Affidavit of Support form that demonstrates that the applicant will not become a public charge in the United States. The Affidavit of Support form is a legally binding contract from the original petitioner giving the petitioner’s promise to support the immigrant (s) economically for a certain period of time. The regulations governing the use of these forms are very specific, and consular officers now have extremely limited discretion when evaluating these affidavits. We strongly encourage all petitioners to seek professional assistance, e.g. a lawyer, an immigration expert, or an accountant experienced with the use of this form, to assist in completing it. The other reason for refusal is for the I-864A and proof of citizenship or U.S. residency for co-sponsors, and sponsor’s household members. It is recommended that a certified copy of the tax returns from IR
