Short answer: when applying for a tourist or other nonimmigrant visa, you must show you will leave on time. Entering as a tourist with clear immigrant plans risks refusal and later credibility issues.
Immigrant Intent on Tourist Visas
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Nonimmigrant visas require temporary intent; immigration is a separate path.
FAQ
Travel after filing immigration?
Depends on visa type and dual-intent rules.
Family with green cards?
Not automatic refusal — still prove this trip is temporary.
Refused then file immigrant visa?
Disclose the refusal honestly.