Hi,a person who had an approved i140,and was refused the visa at the consulate way back in 2001,what are his chances in getting a b1/b2 visa at this time,and if he mentions no to the question has anyone ever applied for a petiton on your behalf,will there be a record after so many years,really confused.he wants to visit the US,for a holiday,plz help him out,and advice him,as to how to get about getting a visit visa.