US Visa Denial – What Are The Options Available?

A visa denial can leave an applicant confused and frustrated, particularly if the visa application presented is complete and persuasive, all interview questions are appropriately answered, and moreover, if the consular officer is unwilling or unable to explain the grounds for refusal and the options if any for overcoming the refusal. Consular officers have almost absolute authority to issue or deny a visa and applicants have no right to administrative appeal.  Also, lawyers have no right to be present during a consular visa interview. 

Good news is that there are few things that can be done upon a visa rejection, such as requests for reconsideration or resubmission of applications, request for supervisorial review at the consular post, request for advisory opinions from the Visa Office, judicial review and other strategies.