Will previous denial of change of status be mentioned in DS160

[Su_123 9]

Hi, 

 

My Change of status from H4 to F1 was denied 4 years back, stating unauthorized employment (which is incorrect as I had not involved in any unauthorized employment and I had to update my I-20 with the dates I stopped working due to my undergoing divorce).

 

I'm now applying for a K1 fiance visa and my question is -

1) Will this previous denial of Change of status affect my K1 Visa?

2) Do I have to mention this in DS160?

 

[Roel 7,193]

1. No.

2. Yes.

[Su_123 9]

Sure Thank you!

[Su_123 9]

Adding to the same question, I would be filling this information under the section "Have you ever been refused a US Visa...." in DS160 correct? 

 

• Under the reason why my change of status from H4 to F1 was denied if I say I worked was engaged in unauthorized employment( as per USCIS I engaged) But this is not true as I did not engage in any unauthorized employment. I can gather proofs such as pay stubs, employment letter as well.  
• Just confused what to provide under reasons. Am I not inviting trouble by saying/complicating here by giving reasons?

Please advice