This post was most recently updated on October 6th, 2018
Do you have a visa interview appointment and are wondering what type of questions would be asked? Then you have landed on the right page. I have listed some sample b1 b2 visa interview questions and answers to aid in your interview preparations.
When attending a visa interview, the visa officer is interested in finding out if you would return to your country of residence after your visit to the USA.
If you already have a visa interview appointment, it means that you already have an invitation letter and other documents that you may need to present at the interview.
There are a variety of questions that could be asked depending on the purpose for your visit, the answers you give to previously asked questions, the status of the one inviting you and your country of residence.
My advice to you is that you are not stressed about the questions or the interview. Understand that you are going to spend money in the USA, be sure within you that you want to come back to your country of residence and be well prepared.
The fact that you are reading this is already a good preparation for the visa interview appointment. You may also get the Ultimate Visa interview Kit for more tips to prepare for your interview.
B1 B2 Visa Interview Questions and Answers (Sample)
Here are some questions that could be asked if you are a friend visiting the USA for your annual vacation.
- How do you pronounce your name?
- What are you going to do in the USA?
- Is this your first time of applying for a visa to visit the USA?- I know a few people who have lied on this question and jeopardized their chance of getting the visa
- Do you have any relatives in the USA?
- Who is he or she?
- Where do you plan on staying during your visit? (You should have prepared an answer for this question – If staying at a hotel, have the name or if staying with your host, just say so and mention the address.)
- What does your friend do for a living?
- Where does he or she work? – Have the correct name of the Company your friend works at
- How will you be funding your trip? (Have financial documents ready for this question)
- Is your friend married?
- Do you know their status in the USA? (Mention the type of visa they have or that they are citizens)
- How long will you be staying in the USA?
- What will you be doing for the 3 weeks? Any Plans?
- Do you plan on working while you are there? You should always say no to this question. A visitor visa does not permit you to work.
- If you have the opportunity, would you stay in the USA? The answer is no. Give reasons why you have to return to your country of residence.
- What do you do for a living?
- So what will happen to your job while you are away? – Mention that you are on Annual Leave.
- Will you be going with your family?
These are just sample b1 b2 visa interview questions and answers. During the interview, you may be asked only a few questions.
In most of my interviews, I have been asked about 10 or less. In one case I was barely asked 3 questions and I got the visa.
Many times the visa officer has formed an opinion by just looking at your documentation but she wants to confirm her opinion or see if you can produce other documents or explanations that will convince her otherwise.
Always remember that the burden is on your to show to the visa office that you deserve to get the visa because you will surely return to your country of origin.
If this has been helpful, I suggest that you get the Ultimate Visa Interview Kit to help you prepare properly for your interview. In it you will find these and other valuable tips that will help improve your chances of receiving your travel visa.
Sample US Visa Questions and Answers For Parents
The prospect of having a parent visit you in the United States is quite exciting. At least it is, until you’re faced with the hurdle of acquiring a Visa for them.
The ultimate making or breaking point of the Visa acquiring process is usually the interview. In order to ensure that it goes off without a hitch, it is important to prepare your parents adequately for the ‘grilling’ they might face – this article will highlight possible questions they might be asked and the best answers for them.
Before proceeding with the interview, it is important to note that it is possible to ask in advance for an interpreter. This may be especially necessary if you feel it would be easier for them to communicate in their native tongue.
Also remember to begin the interview with a polite greeting, and introduce yourself; if you are asked to – this may not be necessary since the interviewer is likely to request for your passport before commencing the interview.
Sample Question 1: Why do you want to travel to the US?
Answer: To visit my son/daughter and for tourism.
Sample Question 2: Have you visited the US before?
Answer: Yes or no (as applicable)
If yes, include details of the past trip, its duration and purpose.
If no, answer with no additional explanations.
Sample Question 3: How long do you intend to stay in the US for?
Answer: My trip is scheduled to last for no longer than X number of months.
Sample Question 4: Why have you chosen to go to US at this time?
Answer: My son/daughter has specifically prepared to host me at this time. He/she has taken some time off work/school in order to host us properly. I have also chosen this time since the summer months are best for tourism and we intend to do a little sight-seeing during my stay there.
Sample Question 5: Where will you be staying for the duration of your visit?
Answer: I will be staying at my son/daughter’s residence; at 123 Abc street – X-city, X-state.
Sample Question 6: Who will be sponsoring your visit and stay in the US?
Answer: My son/daughter with whom I will be residing.
Sample Question 7: What kind of Visa does Your Child have?
Answer: He/she has an X-visa or he/she is a citizen (as applies).
Sample Question 8: What does your child do for a living in the US?
Answer: He/she works as a (insert occupation), at (insert company name)
This answer may be followed by subsequent questions regarding their annual income, and the length of time within which they have been working, to which you may respond by saying “ he/she earns an estimated X dollars per year, and are at X-level in the company given their X-years stay at the company.
While this is important, it is also quite important to note that you must not give answers to unsolicited questions.
Sample Question 9: Will anyone be accompanying you on this trip?
Answer: Yes/no (as applies)
If yes, state the person with whom you would be travelling. They would also be required to present their passport and undergo an interview process of their own.
Sample Question 10: What do you do for a living?
Answer: I am a (job title) with X-corporation .
Or, I run a business as a (Insert business name, description and number of years it has been running)
Or, I am retired and I am currently a pensioner.
Subsequent to this question, applicants may be asked questions regarding their annual income, and if they are running businesses, who would be in charge of the business while they are away.
Sample Question 11: How many children do you have, and how many currently live in the US?
Answer: I have X –number of kids and X number currently reside in the US
You may also be asked if you have any grandchildren – i.e. if the child you are going to visit has any children of their own; indicate as necessary.
Sample Question 12: What is the guarantee that you would return to this country after the time alloted you expires?
Answer: I will certainly return because I have X-number of relatives in the country, and I also have the following assets (list assets), besides; i have a few dependents as well.
Other questions likely to be asked border along the lines of your physical and mental health, and that of the child you would be visiting. You may also be required to come with the child’s birth certificate and proof of livelihood. Questions regarding other personal details may be excluded since they are already indicated in the documents you would be required to attend the interview with.
Some Questions Answered
Here are some articles that would answer other questions you may have with regards to obtaining a visa to the USA.
- Documents required for US visitor visa – B1 / B2
- How to get a US Visa without Invitation Letter
- Group Application for US Visa Process
- How to Apply for a visa to visit the USA – B1/B2
- How to Invite Your Family to the USA
- B1 B2 Visa Interview Questions and Answers for USA Visitor Visa
- What to expect at a US Visa Interview
- Fiance – K-1 Visa Process
- F1 visa interview questions and answers 2017
- K-1 Visa Interview Questions – Fiance Visa Interview Sample Questions
- K3 Visa Process
- Sample K3 Visa Questions
- New to USA – A Resource guide for newcomers to USA
Hello admin, am kayode, am 26, Am single am a pastor and the church saxophonist.. I got an invitation from a branch of our church in USA to minister at North America convention 2015.. And the church will be sponsoring everything. I will be traveling along side with my church Bishop.. I have my USA visa interview June 16th… What should I prepare for and wats my chances of getting a visa? Thnx
Thnx so much admin… Ths is very useful… God bless you… I was a bit scared cos have been denied an f1 visa in 2008… Wen I got an admission in USA… Bt am done with my BSc here in Nigeria… Working as a full time pastor in the church… So that was giving me a little concern initially…
You are welcome! I hope you mentioned that you were denied the F1 visa previously!
Yes I did
Hello Sir/Madam,
I going for an interview for US visa on 06/18/2015 . I am going for company training.
How can I prepare .
Hello Onkar, reading this page and others is already some preparation! Just make sure your documents are well arranged and easy to understand! Then dress neatly and go get your visa! You must try to be relaxed at the interview! All the best!
Hello Admin,
I applied for a B2 Visa back in 2004/2005.Now I’m about to apply for a F1 as I’ve become a graduate,worked and now even have my home.What other evidences can I show at the embassy?
Hi Abiodun! I think your home (better if it’s your property) will go a long way to show that you intend to return to Nigeria after your study! A letter from your employer stating that you are on study leave will also help. A letter from a charity or NGO that you are involved in stating your role and the fact that you are going to study and return will help! If you are married it helps also if your wife is also well established in the country! The key is to look around you and prepare docs to show how tied to Nigeria you are. You may not need to show all the documents but make sure you have them with you! Finally relax and trust that by the Grace of God! The best will be done! Convince yourself that life goes on here or there and remember you are contributing to the USA too if you are given the visa! All the best!
Hi, I applied for a B1B2 visa in june 2014, and was denied a visa, I work in a reputable oil company and am married I don’t know why it was denied but am applying this year again don’t know what are my chances?
Hi Tony! It can be quite a pain to be denied a visa and not to know the reason! Usually it’s because you may not have demonstrated enough ties to your home country as far as that particular consular officer was concerned! If you have a letter from your office stating that you are on leave it may be helpful! Otherwise include some landed properties in your file and trust that you would meet a more favorable officer this time! Also try to package your documents very well! Make it very easy for the officer to access any information she needs! I talk about this in my ebook at http://www.visainterview.info! All the best Tony! I know a few people who have applied a second time and they received the visa! So you have a chance!
Good day Admin,
My visa interview is slated for monday 22nd of june. I am attending my cousin’s wedding in Houston Texas on my uncle who happens to be a citizen’s invite. My mum and my younger brother already have their visas. I run our family business as the Executive Director, married with two lovely kids. I studied at master’s (Msc) level in Ukraine 2010-2012, was in Ghana and Benin Republic as regards work last year. What are the likely questions I should expect as I am somewhat jittery to be candid!
Hi Saheed! I think you have what it takes to get a visa! You don’t plan to leave the business behind and hide in the USA! The fact that your F1 visa was denied earlier should not be any problem! I would suggest you relax, answer whatever questions they as simply and expect your visa! I am not a consular officer but from my experience you have a good chance! All the best! Don’t forget to package your document properly! I go over that in my ebook – visainterview.info
Thanks a bunch I really appreciate your advice.
I forgot to mention I was refused student(f1) visa in 2002. What manner of questions should I expect.
Thank you for your anticipated understanding.
Dear Admin
I am scheduled for interview on 6th July for B1/B2 visa to visit USA to attend my niece’s graduation ceremony.
I have 3 years multiple entry Canada visa and will be attending a conference in Toronto for three days after which I want to proceed to attend my niece’s graduation and come home in the day after the graduation.
I have traveled to UK twice in the last 18 months and went to Togo once also
I was denied B1 visa last year before I traveled to all the other countries
I am married with a child and working in full time job as Senior Manager
Do I stand a great chance of getting the visa?
I am counting on your kind your response. Thank you
Hi Kenchie, your travels to other countries and return to your home country demonstrates your willingness to return after your visit to the USA! So yes, your chance of getting a B2 visa this time around is much greater! So with proper preparation things should go better!
Thank you very much Admin
keep the fire burning
God bless us all
hi hope you fine i apply for vist via b1/b2 . i m working in pakistan an i m sea man as electrical. but i apply for vist visa and explaine for purchase some eletrical tools from company plzz guie me about question officer asked me …
Dear admin
I have been scheduled for B2 visa interview on 10th of July 2015 for holiday vacation . I have no travelling experience and am working in a full time job as an manager manager . I am not married and I have no children
Kindly tell what my chances are in getting the visa.
Thank you
Hi Admin,
I am going for visa interview soon.I am recentry married and travelling to US with my wife to visit cousin family and grandmother.We both have job in India,parents and properties in our name.we have travelled o switzerland before.family in US are US citizen and grandmother is Green card holder.Any specific thing we need to take care during interview?
Hi Kunal, I don’t think you would have any difficulty with the interview! Just get your docs ready to show your ties to India! All the best!
Thanks. Me and wife got 10 yr multiple entry visa.
Congratulations Kunal
Dear Admin,
I am nepali passport holder, 27 years old single man. This is the first time I am going to have a us visit visa interview in Qatar consular office on 29th July 2015. I am working here in Qatar with multinational construction company as a senior civil engineer with good salary. Following documents have been prepared for my interview please can you advice me this much documents are enough for interview or not, & what is the chances to grant the visa.
1) Employment letter from my company with mentioned current position, salary & all.
2) 3 month pay slip (Printed).
3) Hotel booking for my trip.
4) Two way ticket booking.
Thank you so much in advance for you kindly suggestion.
Hi admin
I am Masum from Bangladesh. I have an interview in 13th July’15. I have a planned to visit USA by B2 visa. I am married and I have a two months babe. I am doing job here in BD as an IT professional and getting handsome salary. I will visit single. I already visited UK for study purpose and also visited in India in 2013. One think I am worried about, I lost my passport when i was in UK due to applied for driving licence. How is the chance for getting visa? what type of question they may ask?
Please advice me.
Regards
Masum
I have only one question??
How many old funds we will need to show in our account to our interview officer?
There is no specific limit.the amount which you can justify would be more than enough for your trip would be good.but if you have good monthly income they not even check any financial document until n unless they get dubious about your home ties.hope this will help.all the best
Good day admin..
I am a corp member(NYSC) in Nigeria, presently working as a teacher in a school. I applied for B1/B2 visa for a seminar through my uncles company and I was sent an invitation. I claimed my uncle will be responsible for all the expenses. The seminar is 4 days. I am married islamically with two kids. I already book an hotel accomodation. Pls what are the expect questions and what should I be prepared for.. Thank you.
Iam living in pakistan .my self and my 6.5 year old daughter want to apply b2 visa.my wife is visiting lecturer . previously visit on j1,j2 and now completed our 2year home country resident requirement in may 2015.which option is bater just me and my daughter apply or me and my daughter apply along with my wife Which option is bater?
I have no relative or no friend in us but one of my wife friend in us. Thx
I have applied tourist visa for US from Canada. I am a student here(from India). During the time of interview, consulate reviewed my admit letter from the university and study permit and then he asked for my CV ( I didn’t have my CV at the time of interview ). So he asked me to mail them a detailed CV on some email id(GOT NERVOUS) and I got confused and gave it the in person( took out the print out of CV and came back to the embassy again). Consulate on the window said that’s it for the day, we’ll contact you via email.
When I came back home, I checked the status of my application, It is under “admin process” and will take several weeks or more. what does this mean? could anyone help me out here please ?!
Hi. I would like to ask if I have chance to pass again USA visa. Because I am a j1 student when I came to USA this last March 2015 then I just came back in Phil July 7 2015. And I renew my passport even its 1yr befor it expires. I just renew my passport because my mom just renew her. So I have my new passport my expired visa is in my old passport. And now I’m applying tourist visa my friend she will sponsored me. My reason is I didn’t get a chance to explore and want to experience the food and holidays like thanksgiving Hollowen christmAs. I have enough ties here in Phil and I have previous visa my interview will be on sept 10 you think I have chance? Thankyou! 🙂
Dear admin
I am applying for B2 visa along with my wife and 2 daughters age 3 & 2.
Before i was refused 2 times in 2007 in B1 catgry.
From 2008 i travelled Fareast, Europe,UAE, U.K, Australia till last year.
my wife’s & my daughters passports are plain.i booked package tour & am having sufficient bank balance & documents.
pls tell me anything for prepairation.
thanx
Am an married female student in new zealand but Indian passport holder .. can i have applied for a visitor visa to visit USA for one month. I still have my study here to get my degree.. I wanna visit us in my vacation.. My uncle is sponsoring for me.. Please assist me ..
Am an married female student in new zealand but Indian passport holder .. can i have applied for a visitor visa to visit USA for one month. I still have my study here to get my degree.. I wanna visit us in my vacation.. My uncle is sponsoring for me.. Please assist me ..