Hello jeraboo-ga,
The main reason is that when you apply for a Tourist Visa you're
looked at as a potential immigrant. You have to have really good
reasons to get a Tourist Visa.
From:http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1262.html#3
The presumption in the law is that every visitor visa applicant is an
intending immigrant. Therefore, applicants for visitor Visas must
overcome this presumption by demonstrating that:
* The purpose of their trip is to enter the U.S. for business,
pleasure, or medical treatment;
* That they plan to remain for a specific, limited period;
**They'll check your return in some cases***
* Evidence of funds to cover expenses in the United States;**Most
flee to needing money to support them selves or family, not when they
already have it**
* Evidence of compelling social and economic ties abroad; and
* That they have a residence outside the U.S. as well as other
binding ties which will insure their return abroad at the end of the
visit. **Once again, most don't have binding ties that come here, such
as young men**
Information between ** and ** is mine, not quoted from the site.
If you continue to read that link, you'll see that interviews are
required, it can be a LONG wait, and unfortunately risking life and
safety becomes the quicker/simpler option.
Google Search Used:
://www.google.com/search?q=obtaining%20a%20us%20tourist%20visa
Obtaining a US Tourist Visa
If this answer requires further explanation, please request
clarification before rating it, and I'll be happy to look into this
further.
Nenna-GA |
