Bernard P Wolfsdorf
Immigration Attorney
Answered on
The law states that: the consular officer must refer applicants (immigrant and nonimmigrant) to the panel physician when they have: (1) a single alcohol related arrest or conviction within the last five years; (2) two or more alcohol related arrests or convictions with the last ten years; or (3) if there is any other evidence to suggest an alcohol problem. If you are found to be an alcohol abuser you may be found inadmissible or need a waiver. DUI is evidence of alcohol abuse.
