Indian MD and Wife Denied US Visa for FIFA World Cup Despite High Income
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Indian MD, wife denied US visa for FIFA World Cup despite Rs 25 LPA salary
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Moneycontrol•27-02-2026, 13:23
Indian MD, wife denied US visa for FIFA World Cup despite Rs 25 LPA salary
•A 26-year-old Indian Managing Director and his wife were denied a US visitor visa (B1/B2) for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
•Despite earning Rs 25 LPA and holding confirmed match tickets, their visa was refused under Section 214(b) of the US Immigration and Nationality Act.
•The couple had applied under the FIFA Pass system, which offers expedited interviews but does not guarantee approval.
•The interview was brief, focusing on travel purpose, professional background, and limited overseas travel history (one trip to Oman).
•Reddit users suggested reasons for refusal included strategic timing of ticket purchase, limited travel history, and ambiguous statements during the interview.
