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Hi everyone,

I m looking for advice on my sister s B2 visa situation. She has been rejected twice now, with the most recent denial in February 2026. I am getting married in the US this July, and it s very important to me that she is there. My parents' visas have already been approved.

Sister s Profile:

• Employment: Working full-time for the past 2 years in India.

• Finances: Has steady income, filed Income Tax Returns (ITR), and holds assets in India.

• Last Interview: The officer only asked about her travel plans, and then issued a rejection.

The Dilemma: We aren't sure if the issue lies in the DS-160 or how she answered the questions. Since the last rejection was only a month ago, we are worried about "Section 214(b)" (presumed immigrant intent).

My Questions:

1. Since she was just rejected in Feb, is applying again for a July wedding too soon?

2. How should we change the approach in the DS-160 or the interview to emphasize her "strong ties" (job, assets, ITR) more effectively?

3. Does the fact that my parents are already approved help or hurt her case?

4. Is there any specific way to "prove" the necessity of her being at the wedding without sounding like she intends to stay?

Any insights from those who have faced similar "sibling of a citizen/GC holder" rejections would be greatly appreciated.

Good day everyone,

we received the letter:

REQUEST FOR PETITIONER TO APPEAR FOR INITIAL INTERVIEW

Case Type(s)
FORM I751, PETITION TO REMOVE CONDITIONS ON RESIDENCE

Process started - 03/26/2024 - Appt 04/17/26

I'm going over again what is needed, but since the first interview went so smooth, I'm thinking the same for this one,

--Should we upload all documents (bills, mtg, insurance, banks statements, taxes) before the interview? pictures?

or just bring them that day?

What main questions do they ask?

Thanks everyone

My parents became US green card holders in 2024 via sponsorship by my US citizen brother. They plan to visit Houston, TX on May 1, 2026, apply for a 2-year re-entry permit on May 5 to stay in India (dad wrapping up business/personal commitments), then visit me in Toronto, ON, Canada from May 15. They did biometrics in Dallas during 2024 green card process:

(1)Is it OK for them to apply for re-entry permit (Form I-131?) in Houston on May 5, then travel to Toronto May 15?

(2) What exact reason should dad list for 2-year absence (business wind-down/personal matters in India)?Do they need new biometrics for I-131, given the fact that they already completed their biometrics in 2024 when they came to USA to complete their Greencard landing process requirements?

(3) If biometrics required (e.g., scheduled June 15), can they visit Toronto May 15- mid-June first, then return to US for it? What if they apply May 5 but leave for Canada before their biometrics is completed what are the risks to application/green card?

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Hi I'm so sorry if this is not in the correct spot..

I've been getting mixed advice but I believe that I must wait for the welcome letter to arrive from the NVC which includes the invoice ID number.. Also I've been told I'm wrong about this, but I've read on the NVC site that this visa is immigrant visa and that it must be treated as such when navigating the NVC / ceac sites.. I was told I'm wrong that I have to use non immigrant and start the ds160 and pay the fee and schedule his interview.... I'm so confused now. We've been "ready" status since Thursday last week.. Any advice would be great! Thanks so much