has anyone been to us embassy london and applyed for a visa who has got a criminal conviction?

Question

my conviction was for burglary when i was a 17 i have kept out of trouble since now 32.and want to take my family to florida for a holiday.i have asked for my police data forms to see if it is still on record. havin loads of stress because my wife as booked holiday help

Answer 1

When you apply for your visa, as well as showing your police check you should show the court records of your conviction, if you can't get them then have the court confirm to you in writing that the records no longer exist and take this letter with you to the Embassy. You clean adukt record will go in your favour. Answer truthfully and honestly any questions they ask but don't volunteer anything extra.
I had a similar problem and explained my conviction was the lesson I needed to turn my life around, that I had grown up as a result of being caught and was able to show no conviction, arrests etc. since the one incident. I got my visa with no problem.
It isn't worth the risk of trying to use the visa waiver as you could face a lifetime ban and an expensive flight home. Good luck and don't worry too much about the visa interview, you are not the kind of person the Americans are trying to keep out.

Answer 2

there's only one hope for depression. That is an effective anti depressant medication. Depression comes from a checmical imbalance in the neurotransmitters and the brain and nothing in the world will alleviate unless you compensate for it. The right medication will do it. When you're depressed, you're unable to interact with a therapist by talking or be with or around anyone so talk therapy won't work. Being around people is a waste because the loss of interest makes it difficult to tolerate company and again, verbal interaction. You will have no desire for pets or taking care of animals as it's too labor intensive, too complex and your mind can't handle it. Excercise requires motivation which you have none. Until you can compensate for the chemical imbalance that's causing the depression and anxiety, none of these suggestions are useful.. Once you regain your sense of motivation and desire to do things, only then can any interaction or activity possibly help feel good.. There are ssri's, snri's mao inhibitors and trycyclic anti depressants. Some work better than others depending on the individdual. It is frustrating until you find one that works well with tolerable side effects. If none of these are ever an option, try ect (shock therapy)l

Answer 3

Be totally honest about it at your visa appointment, and be prepared to show them evidence that you have been a good citizen ever since, and are neither a risk to commit a burglary while in America, nor to overstay your visa. Prove that you've been gainfully employed ever since you got out of prison (if you had to do prison time). Dress nicely, speak clearly and in proper English. Since you were a juvenile and it was a long time ago, they are likely give you the visa, but there are never guarantees.

Answer 4

Criminal Record Search Database : http://www.SearchVerifyInfo.com/Info

Answer 5

If you are British you don't need a visa for a holiday in Florida. You can visit on the visa waiver scheme and stay up to 90 days.

Enjoy your holiday

Answer 6

If you lie about it and they find out, you're banned for life.
Best thing is to tell the truth and let the chips fall where they may.

Answer 7

You should be able to go no problem, it is only drug convictions that they deny entry outright.

Answer 8

Just be honest mate i think you should be fine, good luck.