Venezuela leads in the rejection of visas to the U.S. in 2025, with 37.4% of applications denied, according to State Department data. The political and migratory crisis under Nicolás Maduro is the main cause.
In 2024, 100,000 Venezuelans applied for B1/B2 visas, but only 62.6% were approved. This reflects the tensions between Washington and Caracas. These are the countries with the most visas rejected by the U.S. government.
Venezuela, among the countries with the most rejected visas
Instability in Venezuela drives asylum applications, which generates skepticism in consular interviews.
In 2025, 70% of the rejections were due to doubts about the intention to return.
Maduro, accused of drug trafficking, has seen his country sanctioned by the US.
In 2024, 80% of Venezuelans cited the economic crisis as a reason for travel.
Therefore, consular agents prioritize ties with the country of origin.
In 2025, 40% of those denied did not present sufficient documents.
The $50 million reward for Maduro complicates requests.
Venezuelans face a more rigorous process.
Ecuador in second place
Ecuador continues with a 37% rejection rate.
In 2024, 50,000 Ecuadorians applied for visas, but 20,000 were denied.
Irregular migration and drug trafficking are key factors.
In 2025, 60% of Ecuadorians cited tourism as a reason, but 30% were rejected due to lack of funds.
Consequently, the Ecuadorian economy, with a 40% poverty rate, drives migration.
In 2025, 10,000 Ecuadorians were deported.
Embassies require proof of stable employment.
Applicants should prepare solid documentation.
Guyana and Bolivia also affected
Guyana recorded a 34.25% rejection rate.
In 2024, 5,000 Guyanese applied for visas, with 1,700 denied.
The oil boom attracts, but political instability generates doubts.
In 2025, 50% of the rejections were due to inconsistencies in the reason for travel.
Bolivia, with 28.93%, faces 25% denials.
In 2024, 20,000 Bolivians applied, but 5,800 were rejected.
The economic and political crisis under Luis Arce is key.
In 2025, 40% of applicants did not demonstrate family ties.
Colombia and Peru on the list
Colombia has a 24.7% refusal rate. In 2024, 300,000 Colombians applied for visas, with 74,100 denied.
Armed conflict and Venezuelan migration have an influence.
In 2025, 30% of the rejections were due to doubts about permanence.
Peru recorded 21.3%.
In 2024, 150,000 Peruvians applied, 32,000 rejected.
Political and economic instability is the main factor.
In 2025, 50% of those denied lacked financial documents.
Chile and Paraguay
Chile, at 20.15%, saw 40,000 applications in 2024, 8,060 rejected.
Venezuelan migration in Chile generates skepticism.
In 2025, 25% of the rejections were due to inconsistencies in the itinerary.
Paraguay has 18.09%.
In 2024, 10,000 Paraguayans applied for visas, 1,809 were denied.
The informal economy is an obstacle.
In 2025, 40% of applicants did not submit proof of employment.
Brazil and Suriname
Brazil recorded 15.48%.
In 2024, 200,000 Brazilians applied, 31,000 rejected.
Urban violence generates doubts.
In 2025, 30% of those denied were for lack of ties.
Suriname, with 13.63%, saw 2,000 applications in 2024, 273 rejected.
Migration to the U.S. is growing because of opportunities.
In 2025, 20% of rejections were due to incomplete documentation.
Argentina and Uruguay
Among the countries with the most rejected visas, Argentina has 8.9%.
In 2024, 100,000 Argentines applied for visas, 8,900 denied.
The economic crisis under Javier Milei is key.
In 2025, 15% of the rejections were due to financial concerns.
Uruguay, with only 2.63%, is the most favorable.
In 2024, 5,000 Uruguayans applied, 132 rejected.
Its economic stability helps.
In 2025, 90% of the visas were approved.
This article was originally published in Nueva News.
