USCIS checking visitor visa applications for fraudA Filipina mother and her US citizen daughter recently consulted with me after the mother’s adjustment of status was denied because the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated she committed fraud when applying for a visitor visa. In this case, several years ago, the Filipina mother applied for a visitor visa at the US embassy. The USCIS concluded that this constituted fraud, as the mother concealed material information from the consul, knowing that if the truth was disclosed, the visitor visa may have been denied. In many cases, people used the services of immigration consultants in filling out their visitor visa applications. Be aware that USCIS may now review your responses on your old visitor visa application.

Source: Philippine Star February 07, 2026 17:33 UTC