Travel Purpose

Inconsistent travel purpose vs visa category

United States · B1-B2 Tourist · India · 2024

Why this may lead to refusal

The stated purpose of travel must match the visa category. Applying for a tourist visa while describing activities that look like work or settlement undermines credibility.

What officers may look for

A mismatch between what you say you will do and the visa you apply for signals that the true purpose may be different.

Common mistakes

  • •Mentioning business meetings on a tourism visa
  • •Vague or changing itinerary explanations
  • •Planning a very long stay for a short-purpose trip

Evidence / documents that may help

  • •A clear, realistic day-by-day itinerary
  • •Purpose statement that matches the visa category
  • •Invitation or event details where relevant

Data

Percentage

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Sample size

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Year

2024

Source

Krosz visa intelligence

Last updated

2026-09-23

Data status

Krosz insight

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