Applicant Background
The applicant is a 24-year-old working professional based in India, employed full-time with an annual salary of approximately INR 18 LPA. The profile includes prior international travel to the UAE, Qatar (during FIFA World Cup 2022), and Thailand. The purpose of travel to the United States is to attend a FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match in Dallas, with confirmed tickets booked under the applicant’s name.
Visa Interview Experience (B1/B2 – Delhi)
Interview Date: 23 March
Interview Time: 8:00 AM
Arrival Time: 7:30 AM
Exit Time: 9:05 AM
The overall process at the consulate was smooth. A locker facility was available for mobile phones, although it involved a waiting time of approximately 10–15 minutes.
Interview Conversation
Visa Officer: Good morning, passport please
Applicant: Good morning
Visa Officer: Purpose of your visit?
Applicant: I’m traveling to watch a FIFA World Cup match on 25th June in Dallas, Texas…
Visa Officer: Which team are you supporting?
Applicant: Japan
Visa Officer: Why Japan?
Applicant: I’ve been following them for the past 4–5 years and also watched them live during the 2022 World Cup
Visa Officer: You’ve been to Qatar?
Applicant: Yes, I attended three matches there
Visa Officer: How much did the tickets cost?
Applicant: Around $1250 for four tickets. I’ll be traveling with three cousins
(The officer continues typing)
Applicant: I have the official tickets if you’d like to see them
Visa Officer: That’s not necessary
Visa Officer: Which stage is the match?
Applicant: Group stage
Visa Officer: What do you do?
Applicant: [Explains job role]
Visa Officer: What does your company do?
Applicant: [Provides company details]
Visa Officer: What is your salary?
Applicant: 18 LPA
(The officer types for a few seconds)
Visa Officer: Your visa has been approved
Applicant: Thank you, have a great day
Additional Observations
The applicant received the visa within four days (27 March) via paid delivery service. The experience highlights that the visa officer did not request supporting documents such as match tickets, despite them being readily available.
Key Takeaways
- Strong travel history, especially prior attendance at international events, can positively impact the application
- Clearly defined travel purpose (FIFA World Cup attendance) strengthens credibility
- Confident, honest, and concise answers are crucial during the interview
- Supporting documents should be carried but may not always be requested
Overall, the experience reinforces that preparation and clarity matter more than over-explaining. Remaining calm and straightforward during the interaction significantly improves outcomes.
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