We often talk about human rights on these forums, and it seems that those of us who have a criminal record seem to be cast aside when it comes to fairness. I am talking in particular about travelling to countries for a holiday. We make the effort and the expense to apply for a visa, and wait nervously for an answer, holding off plans to book flights and the trip. YIPPEE the VISA is granted so off we go and book the trip.

Then it comes to the really scary part of going through immigration at our holiday destination, where you can be pulled aside and asked about your trip. You show the VISA but the Chief Immigration officer decides he doesn't want you in the country, much to our surprise, shock and horror.

WHAT IS THE POINT OF GETTING A VISA, BOOKING A TRIP ONLY TO BE REFUSED ENTRY BY IMMIGRATION? I wish this could be changed for all countries. Apply for a visa and if granted then we can enter. Not have one set of rules for the Embassy and one for the Immigration in the country.
It is unfair and cruel.