B1/b2 visa cancelled... What next?

[Penguin_ie 5,984]

ESTA won't work as your tourist visa was taken

In either case, even if you had it, it is visa fraud and illegal to use the ESTA or a tourist visa to move to the USA, and marry with intent to stay.

You need to wait for the K1, or have your fiance come to your country, as mentioned, get married and do the CR-1 spousal visa.

[almost_umrican 53]

My b1/b2 visa was cancelled due to working in the us. I recently got engaged and would like to apply for a k1 visa. What are the chances of me getting the k1? Or is it best to apply for a b1 again? My mother in law is sick with cancer and I was her carer, is this worth mentioning? Help!

you are asking for answers that you only want to hear. i personally believe you will still be able to fulfill the american dream. go ahead with K1. it is the longer and more expensive route but yeah i am sure they will let you in.

[Tashas mom 6]

I was denied entry in Feb. We applied for the K1 immediately. I was asked about the entry denial at interview, it was kept very brief but in no way was the officer I saw derogatory or judgmental and he did not grill me for many details. I was approved and my visa has been issued..just sat here waiting for the notification it is at the deport for me to collect. Be honest, don't hide anything, just be prepared for a long wait for the process to play out.

I was denied entry in Feb. We applied for the K1 immediately. I was asked about the entry denial at interview, it was kept very brief but in no way was the officer I saw derogatory or judgmental and he did not grill me for many details. I was approved and my visa has been issued..just sat here waiting for the notification it is at the deport for me to collect. Be honest, don't hide anything, just be prepared for a long wait for the process to play out.

Sorry, forgot to add that my B2 was cancelled due to denial.

[Amadia 711]

As others said before, it is considered visa abuse if you work/seek employment on a visitors' visa.

You can go the route of filing for the K-1 but you must be honest about this denial of entry on the B1/B2 visa....truth is, whether you mention it or not, they will know as it will be on record.

Essentially, I believe that the CR1 visa route is better....but that is just MY belief. I wish you the best of luck in whichever path you choose at this point.

[Pitaya 2,576]

Welcome to the forum.

[212GUY 0]

On 9/8/2016 at 5:42 PM, Helpmepls said:

I was engaged before this happened. Just came to my country then would proceed with my k1. So the k1 is not ruled out?

Good morning, what is your K1 status? Are you back in the US?

[Helpmepls 0]

16 minutes ago, 212GUY said:

Good morning, what is your K1 status? Are you back in the US?

Hey, I am in the uk and have been for two years. I am no longer with my fiancé. I have applied for b1/b2 twice since being back from the states, both of which were denied. They have not said I am banned but I’m not quite sure how long they’re going to deny my visa for! Any advice? I’ve just wanted to visit... for a funeral and festival but I understand the consequences of my actions which I deeply regret! 

[212GUY 0]

7 minutes ago, Helpmepls said:

Hey, I am in the uk and have been for two years. I am no longer with my fiancé. I have applied for b1/b2 twice since being back from the states, both of which were denied. They have not said I am banned but I’m not quite sure how long they’re going to deny my visa for! Any advice? I’ve just wanted to visit... for a funeral and festival but I understand the consequences of my actions which I deeply regret! 

Hi there! Unfortunately the B1/B2 route is no longer suitable for you. They'll always assume you have an immigrant intent and such not approve you for such visas. And of course the US consulate/Embassy officials will never discourage you from reapplying (keeping in mind it's a business for them and every time you apply for such visas they collect a fee). If I may ask are you a bearer of a UK passport? And if yes, just fly in, why do you even need to apply for a visitor visa?   

[212GUY 0]

On 9/9/2016 at 2:45 PM, Tashalan said:

I was denied entry in Feb. We applied for the K1 immediately. I was asked about the entry denial at interview, it was kept very brief but in no way was the officer I saw derogatory or judgmental and he did not grill me for many details. I was approved and my visa has been issued..just sat here waiting for the notification it is at the deport for me to collect. Be honest, don't hide anything, just be prepared for a long wait for the process to play out.

 

Sorry, forgot to add that my B2 was cancelled due to denial.

 

Hi Tashalan, If I may ask, how long did you have to wait for your K1 Visa? The total processing time perhaps? Thanks

[Helpmepls 0]

2 minutes ago, 212GUY said:

Hi there! Unfortunately the B1/B2 route is no longer suitable for you. They'll always assume you have an immigrant intent and such not approve you for such visas. And of course the US consulate/Embassy officials will never discourage you from reapplying (keeping in mind it's a business for them and every time you apply for such visas they collect a fee). If I may ask are you a bearer of a UK passport? And if yes, just fly in, why do you even need to apply for a visitor visa?   

I am a British citizen With a British passport. I need a visitor visa because I am no longer able to use an esta when flying to the states. They did say I need to show “strong ties” to my country so I am bearing that in mind. The embassy are not very helpful so I’m not sure what my options are!

[Unlockable 7,306]

21 minutes ago, Helpmepls said:

Hey, I am in the uk and have been for two years. I am no longer with my fiancé. I have applied for b1/b2 twice since being back from the states, both of which were denied. They have not said I am banned but I’m not quite sure how long they’re going to deny my visa for! Any advice? I’ve just wanted to visit... for a funeral and festival but I understand the consequences of my actions which I deeply regret! 

Not surprised about the denials.

Slightly surprised by the break up. Seems the K1 was a sure bet for you to get here.

 

Moving forward it may be even more difficult for you to get a visitor visa. You should continue building ties to your country. Your reason, although admirable, for working in the US to help your fiance's ailing mother didn't fly with immigration so now that you don't have a relationship with him, what would be the reason for you to come to the US? (Rhetorical question). 

 

Maybe try again in the future and keep us updated.

[Helpmepls 0]

On 09/09/2016 at 7:45 PM, Tashalan said:

I was denied entry in Feb. We applied for the K1 immediately. I was asked about the entry denial at interview, it was kept very brief but in no way was the officer I saw derogatory or judgmental and he did not grill me for many details. I was approved and my visa has been issued..just sat here waiting for the notification it is at the deport for me to collect. Be honest, don't hide anything, just be prepared for a long wait for the process to play out.

 

Sorry, forgot to add that my B2 was cancelled due to denial.

 

Hey thanks for sharing your story. May I ask what you mean by your b2 being cancelled due to denial?

[doggieandsam 765]

On 9/9/2016 at 6:42 AM, MacUK said:

Unless you're married you don't have a mother in law. She is your fiances mother but no relation to you.

Might sound like a silly thing but if you're thinking of going down the K-1 route then you need to be careful with every little thing you say.

You go round calling her your mother in law then you risk being denied the K-1 if they think you're already married.

Forget about any kind of tourist visa any time in the near future.

THIS! i had to re-read because i got confused why OP wanted a K1 but kept referring to a "mother in law".

[Helpmepls 0]

7 minutes ago, doggieandsam said:

THIS! i had to re-read because i got confused why OP wanted a K1 but kept referring to a "mother in law".

Lol she was going to become my mother in law

[212GUY 0]

1 hour ago, Helpmepls said:

I am a British citizen With a British passport. I need a visitor visa because I am no longer able to use an esta when flying to the states. They did say I need to show “strong ties” to my country so I am bearing that in mind. The embassy are not very helpful so I’m not sure what my options are!

I understand that. And no sugarcoating but getting approved for a B1/B2 would be extremely difficult for you. And even if you do get approved for a B1/B2 it does not guarantee entry into the US, as the immigration officer at the port of entry has the prerogative to deny entry to a foreign national. My suggestion would be apply for a stronger visa class (i.e. F1-Student, Marriage visa etc.) and see how that goes. I'm in a similar situation too with my Fiance. At the port of entry they cancelled her B1/B2 and advised her to apply for a K1 since she is engaged to me. They sent her back to Canada and I filed a petition for her K1 Visa. So let's see how that goes. Anyways I wish you the best. Please keep us posted. Thanks