A Reddit post by a self-claimed Indian student has gone viral after the user shared how they allegedly secured a U.S. F-1 student visa on their second attempt, eight months after an initial rejection. The story quickly gained attention among students preparing for higher education in the United States.
According to the post, the applicant was first denied a visa under Section 214(b) while applying for a Master’s degree in Information Systems. At the time, the student was unemployed, had no international travel history, and depended entirely on parental funding. The visa officer reportedly felt the applicant had insufficient ties to India.
Before reapplying, the student claimed to have secured a full-time job as a junior software developer, gained seven months of work experience, and developed a stronger understanding of the academic program. The applicant also stated that family property documents were updated to include their name and that they had completed a short trip to Thailand.
During the second interview at the U.S. Consulate in Chennai, the officer allegedly focused on the applicant’s employment background and future career plans. The student said the visa was approved after explaining how the degree would help them return to India and advance within their current company.
However, many Reddit users questioned the authenticity of the story. Critics pointed out that U.S. visa officers rarely request property documents and argued that obtaining a new visa appointment within eight months after a refusal is uncommon. Some users described the account as unrealistic or potentially fabricated.
Since U.S. consular officials do not publicly disclose details of individual visa decisions, the claims cannot be independently verified. The incident highlights the importance of relying on official guidance rather than unverified online anecdotes when preparing for a U.S. student visa interview.
