Is the visa process for the US tough compared to other countries in UK/New Zealand?

Yes, the US student visa process is generally tougher compared to countries like the UK, Germany, or New Zealand.

- US visa approval rates are lower for Indian students, with recent rejection rates around 61%. The interview and documentation requirements are stricter, making approval less certain.
- UK approval rates are high (about 95%), and Germany and New Zealand also see favorable rates above 85-90%.

If ease of visa approval is important to you, the US is comparatively more challenging.