It's hard to get approved for a US visa from certain countries, including the Philippines. But does having a visa guarantee you entry to the country where you are going? Sadly, in certain situations, that's a big fat "NO." Our host, Mark, shares this hard truth in this episode as he retold what happened that day when he faced scrutiny by US Immigration officers, what triggered them to be suspicious of him, and why they had to lock him up in a holding facility before deporting him back to the Philippines.  Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook  Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Audible | Amazon Music 👉 A U.S. visa allows the bearer to apply for entry to the U.S. in a certain classification, such as student (F), visitor (B), or temporary worker (H). A visa does not grant the bearer the right to enter the United States. The Department of State is responsible for visa adjudication at U.S. Embassies and Consulates outside of the U.S. Reference/Link:  Current USA Visitor Policy Visit the USA - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Taralets Talk would love to support and promote a Filipino charity. Message us at [email protected].  Taralets Talk is sponsored by Disenyo.co LLC: DISCLAIMER: The opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints expressed by the hosts and guests on this podcast do not necessarily represent or reflect the official policy, opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints of Disenyo.co LLC and its employees.