Rebecca Burke, a British graphic artist, has returned home after being detained in the US for three weeks due to a visa confusion. Initially, she was trying to enter Washington from Canada when she was denied entry and subsequently arrested for not having the correct visa. Her father described her detention conditions as horrendous. With the help of her family, who raised nearly £10,000 for legal fees and her expenses, Burke was released and emphasizes the importance of proper visa applications for those traveling for work.
A British graphic artist, Rebecca Burke, detained in the US due to a visa mix-up, has returned home after three weeks of hardship.
Rebecca Burke was initially denied entry into the US from Canada and faced severe conditions during her detention before being released.
Her family raised nearly £10,000 to assist with her legal fees and return, demonstrating strong community support for her unfortunate situation.
Burke's ordeal highlights immigration complexities and the importance of applying for the correct visa, as her plan was to work while living with a host family.
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