New York, NY, January 2026 - Amid a notable uptick in U.S. visa denials and increasingly stringent consular scrutiny this year, Berd & Klauss, PLLC, a full‑service New York immigration law firm specializing in visas, green cards, and deportation defense, is urging prospective applicants to understand the new landscape and common pitfalls that are costing many applicants their visa opportunities.

Due to increased vetting, tighter admissibility requirements, and more consular scrutiny, recent trends indicate that visa denials are increasing in a number of categories, including business, immigrant, and dependent visas. The increase in denials globally has been caused by a number of factors, including deficiencies in documentation, perceived poor ties to home countries, and changing policy interpretations.

Key Issues Behind Rising Visa Denials

  • Proof of Intent and Eligibility: Many non-immigrant visa denials result from insufficient evidence that applicants intend to return home after temporary stays, especially for B‑1/B‑2 and dependent visas.
  • Stricter Health & Financial Scrutiny: Expanded policies now allow consular officers to weigh chronic health conditions and projected financial burden as part of public‑charge assessments, increasing denial risk for some applicants.
  • Family & Dependent Visa Challenges: Some dependent categories, such as F‑2 visas, have seen elevated denial rates reported to be near 40–50% in recent evaluations due to tightened relationship and financial review standards.
  • Policy‑Driven Restrictions: New directives and administrative action have made visa issuance more complex across many regions, placing additional emphasis on complete and legally sound applications.

How Berd & Klauss Helps Applicants Succeed

Berd & Klauss, PLLC assists individuals, families, and employers to prepare robust visa petitions, anticipate potential objections, and avoid common procedural errors. Their team guides applicants through every step from analysis of eligibility and documentation to preparation for consular interviews and appeals when necessary.

About Berd & Klauss, PLLC

Berd & Klauss, PLLC is a full-service immigration law firm representing clients before USCIS, the Department of State, EOIR, and federal courts. The firm assists with family visas, business immigration, deportation defense, and citizenship applications.

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