Does US Consular verify if one's relative is in US if it's not indicated in the ds-160? [closed]

I am married, and I want to apply for f1 visa to the US. Unfortunately, my parents have overstayed their visa. I am worried that if I indicate this on my visa application, I may be denied visa to US so I don't want to indicate this information on my ds-160.

I want to know if supposing I don't indicate this information on my application form it will be verified.

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Best Answer

You might possibly be refused a visa to the US if your parents are there and have overstayed. Then again, you also might have a very strong application regardless, and still be approved. The question for the visa officer is whether you intend to immigrate to the US or not. Where your parents live and their immigration status is only part of that question.

If you are found to have engaged in deception on your visa application, you will get a lifetime ban from the US. Obviously this is not a good idea, unless you plan to never visit the US in your entire life (and want to waste $160 USD). You should assume that the visa officer can verify the immigration status of your parents, and act accordingly.

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Should I mention relatives in DS 160?

Coming to your question, no, you do not need to mention about your second cousin. Unless the question asks for 'any relative'. Usually by relatives they mean parents, children, spouses and siblings.

Can consular processing be denied?

If a consular officer finds you are not eligible to receive a visa under U.S. law, your visa application will be denied (refused), and you will be provided a reason for the denial. There are many reasons a visa applicant could be found ineligible for a visa.

How long is DS 160 valid from the day it is submitted?

The DS-160 visa application validity is for 30 days. For example, if you have applied on March 1st, then the DS-160 expiration date will be March 31st. Complete the form before time, so that you do not have to start all over again.

Does the US embassy check your social media?

Visa applicants are required to provide their usernames for social media platforms they have used in the past 5 years. So, if you no longer use Facebook, but did use it 3 or 4 years ago, you will need to provide your username.

What Do Consular Officers Care about During A Visa Interview?

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