The Consular Perspective--Why Preventing Fraud Should be an Institutional Priority

​Why does fraud—real or perceived—matter so much in the student visa process?

​In this session of The Consular Perspective webinar series, Travis Feuerbacher, Esq.—a former U.S. Department of State Consular Officer and practicing immigration attorney—provides an inside look at how Consular Officers identify, assess, and respond to fraud in student visa applications, and how identified fraud trends can affect students and even entire educational institutions. 

​This webinar will explore:

• ​Why institutional reputation really matters for U.S. visa applications 

• ​How consular officers detect and investigate fraud before, during and after the visa interview

• ​Common fraud patterns and high-risk indicators seen in student visa cases

• ​The long-term consequences of identified fraud for students and institutions

• ​Practical steps universities can take to reduce fraud risk and protect their programs

• ​How universities might repair damaged reputations with Embassies and Consulates 

​Designed for international education professionals, this session offers actionable insights to strengthen institutional integrity, improve student preparation, and support successful visa outcomes.

​This webinar is presented by Homebase.