US Embassy Warns B1/B2 Visa Seekers: Misuse Risks Permanent Travel Ban

• US Embassy in India issued a new warning for B1/B2 visitor visa applicants.
• Misusing the B1/B2 visa or overstaying can lead to a permanent ban from future US travel.
• Applicants are responsible for understanding and adhering to B1/B2 visa rules.
• Consular officers may deny applications if they suspect rules won't be followed.
• This follows similar warnings for student and H-1B/H-4 visa holders amid a crackdown on illegal immigration.

Why It Matters: US Embassy warns B1/B2 visa applicants: follow rules or face permanent travel ban.