The US visa interviews continue to feel unpredictable. One F-1 applicant shared an unusual exchange with a visa officer that ended in a rejection that felt abrupt and harsh.
Visa Interview Details
The student applied to California State University, Northridge for a Bachelor’s in Computer Science. He attended his F-1 interview on 25 November prepared with answers and financial details. He seemed confident about every requirement.
Questions About Financial Support
When asked about his sponsors, he explained that both parents would fund his education. His father works in a listed job role and his mother earns independently. Routine questions followed about his university choice and career plan.
The Sudden Turn
Trouble began when the officer checked the financials. The I-20 listed 38,000 dollars as first-year cost and the student submitted a 63,000 dollar bank statement. The officer pointed at the funds and asked for a letter from his father’s company or proof of employment. The student had none.
Lack Of Information And Guidance
No one had informed him that proof of income was required. Even the consultants he relied on assured him that US visa officers never ask for such documents. The officer questioned whether the family could realistically support four years of study. Without a job proof, the funds remained unverified.
Rejection And Aftermath
The officer skimmed through his mother’s bank statement for barely ten seconds and issued a rejection. The student’s experience served as a warning for others. A single missing document ended his plans, at least for now.
