'More like humiliation than rejection': Indian PSU employee denied US tourist visa in 20 seconds, says never going to apply again
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At a glance
- An Indian public sector employee was reportedly denied a US tourist visa within 20 seconds, leading to deep frustration.
- The employee expressed extreme disappointment, stating they would never apply for a US visa again after the swift rejection.
- The incident highlights potential difficulties faced by some Indian nationals seeking US visas.
An Indian employee working for a public sector undertaking (PSU) described a deeply frustrating experience after being denied a US tourist visa in a process that reportedly lasted only 20 seconds. The swiftness of the rejection left the individual feeling not just rejected, but profoundly humiliated.
Speaking to the Times of India, the individual expressed a strong sense of finality regarding future travel plans to the United States. "Never going to apply again," they stated, conveying a sentiment of complete disillusionment with the US visa application process. This reaction underscores the emotional toll such encounters can take on individuals seeking to travel for tourism or other personal reasons.
More like humiliation than rejection
The incident brings to light the challenges some Indian citizens face when attempting to obtain US visas. While visa processes are subject to the discretion of consular officers, the speed of this particular rejection has drawn attention and fueled discussions about the perceived fairness and efficiency of the system for applicants from certain countries.
never going to apply again
Originally published by Times of India. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.