Rejected Under 214(b)?
It's NOT a Permanent Ban.
A 214(b) refusal doesn't mean "no forever." It means "not yet, not like this." Learn how EEC's AI-powered forensics and expert human review have helped hundreds of students overturn their refusals and secure their visas.
A Message for You
I've personally reviewed over 2,000 refusal cases. In almost every case, the problem wasn't the student—it was how their story was told. A 214(b) refusal is a communication failure, not a character judgment. Let's fix how you communicate.
MGMohita Gupta — VP Visa Strategy, 214(b) Specialist
What Does Section 214(b) Actually Mean?
// From the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)
Section 214(b):
"Every alien shall be presumed to be an immigrant until they establish to the satisfaction of the consular officer [...] that they are entitled to a nonimmigrant status."
❌ What 214(b) Does NOT Mean
- • You are banned from the US
- • You can never get a visa
- • Your character is in question
- • You did something wrong
✓ What 214(b) DOES Mean
- • Your case wasn't compelling enough
- • You can reapply immediately
- • Different presentation can succeed
- • This is a communication problem
Common 214(b) Refusal Reasons
- 1.Weak ties to home country (no property, job, or family business)
- 2.Generic or vague interview answers
- 3.Mismatch between course choice and career plans
- 4.Insufficient financial documentation
- 5.Gaps in education/employment without explanation
- 6.Low academic scores without compelling justification
- 7.Perceived 'immigrant profile' (relatives in US, prior visa attempts)
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