India, Dec. 27 -- The United States Embassy in India has issued a public warning to visa applicants about the rise in visa-related scams, as delays in H-1B visa processing and renewals continue to affect many people. The embassy said that several applicants are still stuck in India because they cannot secure visa appointments in a timely manner. This creates an opportunity for scammers to target them.

In an advisory shared on social media platform X, the embassy said individuals posing as agents or intermediaries are approaching applicants with claims of guaranteed visas or quicker approvals. The embassy cautioned that such claims are false and often lead to financial loss, missed travel plans, and prolonged uncertainty for applicants. ...