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Behind the Visa Window: Insights on the U.S. Visa Interview

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Episode 7 - State Department Announcements & Applying outside of your home country

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About the show

2 Ex-Visa Officers give their perspective on what is happening behind the visa window during the U.S. Visa interview. They will analyze cases, share stories, and keep you updated on the latest visa news. Visa Officers are gatekeepers for travel to the U.S., but little is known about how they make their decisions. Presented by Argo Visa www.argovisa.com