US visa officers may ask unexpected questions, like how an applicant would spend a Saturday night in a city like Boston to gauge preparedness beyond academic plans. Former diplomat Yvette Bansal explained that these questions assess research into the city and the applicant's ability to respond calmly under pressure, revealing genuine interest and awareness of student life.

Amid a sharp uptick in the number of student visa rejections in India, former US diplomat Yvette Bansal said it is possible to get your visa denied for an unexpected, informal…

US visa officers may ask unexpected questions, like how an applicant would spend a Saturday night in a city like Boston to gauge preparedness beyond academic plans. Former…