be sufficient to establish eligibility.
Q14: My company and my American friend have both written
letters guaranteeing that I will return to China. Why isn't that
considered to be enough proof that I actually will return?
A: A guarantee letter, like other forms of written documentation, will be considered
by the interviewing officer. However, a letter, by itself, does not establish the
applicant's ties to outside of the United States. Similarly, pledges from highly placed
persons that you will return to China do not automatically enable applicants to
overcome section 214(b). This is because U.S. law does not permit visa officers to
delegate to others their authority to evaluate the applicant's actual overall
circumstances.
Q15: I have a letter (or fax) to show you which will help you
understand my situation and my strong ties to China. Can I send
it to you so you can read it in advance of my interview?
A: You should bring any information, including your letter, to the interview. Mailing it
to us in advance will not be helpful. The visa interview is the proper setting for us to
consider the information in your letter.
Q16: Shouldn't I conceal the fact that I have close relatives living
in the United States, that I have an application to immigrate on
file, and that I have previously been denied a visa? What are the
consequences if an applicant conceals or misrepresents
information or submits fraudulent documents to the Embassy?
A: The risks of fraud are serious. Applicants who provide incorrect information,
conceal relevant facts, or misrepresent their cases may become permanently ineligible
to enter the United States. All approved applications are checked against computer