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
I am a keyboardist and as well, I manage and direct the affairs of my business as the C.E.O. Myself and my group (4 candidates) are invited to the United States of America to minister in songs in a convention for just 11 days. What are our chances to be given a visa as a group?
Hi Abiodun, each of you would need to show to the visa officer that you would return to Nigeria!
MY age is 19 years can i eligible to get usa tourist visa i don’t have any sponsor fron usa and i want to visit single Is this possible
Please am having invitation from my uncle in the state , but pls am in School final year of senior High School, pls what documents will i need to present which will boots my chance of getting the visa
I am a single indian lady and have applied for the us visa as i will be attending a 4 day workshop in California. I have a letter of invite from the institute. I am a writer and its not a salaried job as its contractual
However I heard that its more difficult for singles to get a US visa.. how should I prepare for the interview
Hi Admin
I am 43 Y old Indian female working here in Saudi Arabia as MBBS Doctor in Govt Hospital , i want to apply for US B2 visa for me, My Husband and 4 kids. but my husband is jobless and i am his sponsor , i have property in India and Bank acount here in Saudi Arabia and India also. so regarding this issue of my husband( Who is MBBS Doctor also) if i show him jobless will i be refused B2 visa , other wise i think my case is stonger please i need soon reply. Thanks
Hi Dr, your chances may be affected be affected by the fact that your husband is not working at the moment, however if you show to the visa officials that you cannot leave your husband in the USA and abandon your career in Saudi Arabia, you should have a good chance!
Try to show that your family is closely knit and you won’t leave anyone behind
hi admin
i am 41 year old indian passport wotking in senoir position
in dubai UAE. lase 13 years same company earning good salary
i want to go for vacation and visit to my real brother he is a us cetizen. my wife and me 2 son live in we have taken appointment in mumbai embassy have property in india & enough balance
kindly suggess
Hi Admin, I have an invitation from a sister Parish (church) in US, My appointment is in two weeks, please advise on what documents to take.
and what are my chances of getting the visa as i have a refused UK entry on my passport.
please respond
invitation to minster in a sister Parish (Church)
Dear Admin,
I am a 26 year old female, unmarried, working as a language specialist in my university part time. I would like to visit USA for Christmas break and see few places I have in mind. I have heard it’s difficult to get the tourist visa for young girls /boys as they might stay back with someone etc. I would just like to see the country. I have been to German before for a semester. In india I lie with my parents and that’s all I have as ties to come to my country. Could you please guide me for the same.
Regards
Mins
Hi Admin,
I am seaman’s wife. I am newly married. My husband works in one of the reputed shipping company. My husband wants me to join with him on ship. I have applied for b1/b2 visa but my application got rejected under the section 214 b. Can I reapply for the same with all documentation from my husband’s company? What documents should I carry with me while going to interview?
Last time they didnot ask me to show any document from my husband’s company so I have not showed all those documents to VC just showed them my husband’s passport and cdc copy along with our marriage certificate and some photos of our marriage and got rejected.
Please advise me.
hi dear mam /sir i m going to usa interview next week . i apply tourist visa with my family from rome italy.now m living italy.my cousin brother sponsore to us so suggest about interview questions
Hi sir
I belong to Pakistan. I’m under graduate. there is my gf in USA. she is citizen n she wants me there with her. sir we are looking for visa but I have fresh passport. please sir guide us.
Thanks so much for your tips
I am from Cameroon and I live in China right now
I plan to attend my older sister s wedding on the 28th of March 2017 / I would like to know what documents she can provide added to the household registration to prove she can take care of me during my stay in the US and about her status.
Thank you so much
I am from Fiji, I’ve been interviewed on 28 Feb 2017
I was rejected just because of my document are not completely…
Please can you tell me I still can replying or After one year?
Yes you can apply again if you have new documents that will give the visa officer a better understanding of your situation.
Please I applied for a b1/b2 visa and in my length of stay I wrote 2months and now I’m scared I might be bounced can I say 2 weeks if asked during the interview to be on a safe side
Hi Acadia,
There is nothing wrong with visiting for 2 months. Just have a plan in your mind of what you plan to do for the 2 months. Keep your statement consistent during the interview. At the interview you don’t need to change it to 2 weeks.
hello admin
i am student currently doing my high school study. and i have been invited by a college from USA to attend a program organized by the college. so, my question is what are the question asked by the VO. And documents needed to apply for the visa application.
Hello Pratik,
To apply for a visa, you will need the letter of invitation from the college in USA. You may also need some form of support from your parents since you are still in college. Use information on this page to begin your visa application process. http://www.ustraveldocs.com/
The Visa Officer or Consular Officer will most likely ask you questions about the program you plan on attending and about yourself.
thank you very much dems
hello admin
is it ok to apply for a visa in group ? is it risky ? what are the changes of being approved?
Please I need your advise, I went for B2 visa interview 29 of last month,and was denied the visa can I reapply this month?
Hi Admin,
I am Joelle from Philippines 29 years old currently working in Beirut Lebanon. I am applying for B2 Visa to visit my US citizen boyfriend. We meet twice in the Philippines we makes a tour a lot in my country. Now he is inviting me to visit and make in United States. I just want to know if he can sponsor me to apply a visitor visa and what are the documents he needs to give me. I am little scared to be denied.
thank you admin.
Hi Joelle,
You cannot keep being scared of being denied. You need to make an attempt. If you are denied then you and your boyfriend can find another way to get you to the USA. All he needs to send you is an invitation letter and a copy of his passport. Read here for more info : https://www.sampleinvitationletter.info/documents-required-for-us-visitor-visa-b1-b2.php
Thank you so much admin.
hellooo admin
I want to attend a conference in US av paid for d confer and d conference is for biz men, am an entrepreneur, married wit a kid but I av no travel experience, I don’t no if DT may pose a threat
There is always a first time for everyone Lateef! Package your application properly and hope for the best
Hi admin,
Im trying for a b2 visa, im a student studying in cuba but i am from Bhutan, an asian country. I want to go to new york to spend my vacations, i wil be staying at a hotel and my father runs a private business back in bhutan so he will be funding my trip, i have few friends who wud b visiting the us too so they will show me around while my stay there, i havent travled to a lot of places, just to thailand once and india a couple of times, i dont know what kind of questions can i expect and what are my chances of getting a visa, i applied already and my interview is in 2 weeks, advices please??
Be Calm. Answer truthfully. You should be okay.
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