Viral: Delhi Man Allegedly Told To "See His Country First" When US Visa Was Rejected

Travelling to new destinations can be an exhilarating experience, but sometimes, unexpected twists leave you wondering. Recently, an incident involving a Delhi man applying for a US tourist visa sparked debate online. A man claimed that his friend's visa application was rejected after he mentioned that he had never visited any other place in India besides Delhi. The embassy officer allegedly advised him to "explore his own country first" before touring countries. In a video shared on Instagram, travel vlogger Jay was seen talking with a man who mentioned that he has visited 29 states in India. Jay advised him to travel to other countries as well.

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The man shared that his friend was rejected after he said that he was born in Delhi and had never visited places in the country. The embassy officer allegedly suggested that he should explore India before applying for a US visa.

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The video went viral on Instagram, with some users agreeing with the embassy officer's advice in the comment section. However, others didn't think the same.

One user wrote, "Great answer by a US Embassy officer."

Another added, "There are so many beautiful places in India, travel to Uttrakhand, Himachal, the mountains, Kerala, Leh Ladakh, Udaipur, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, and many more."

Someone else chimed in, saying, "I agree with restricting immigration to those who show they have the skills required to fill the void. I don't agree with the (see your country before you see mine) ideal. You're restricting the overall position of progress in these countries. It's cringey to a degree."

"The answer is right out of a movie," remarked a viewer.

Before this, another post about a US tourist visa rejection recently went viral, sparking debate online. A 36-year-old IT professional shared how his application, along with his parents', was denied despite strong financial stability, extensive travel history, and a planned two-week holiday across major US cities. During the interview at the US consulate in New Delhi, language barriers and questions about a relative living in America became key issues. The case has drawn attention to how the presence of relatives in the US can influence visa decisions. Read the full viral visa story here.