Immigration questions vary depending on the status being sought. Work and student visa applicants should expect questions about their employment and educational goals, while green card applicants may be asked about their spouse and employer. Naturalization requires passing a citizenship exam covering US government, history, and documents. USCIS recommends honesty and relaxation during interviews.
The immigration questions asked during interviews with immigration officials depend on the status the immigrant is seeking. The immigration questions asked of an applicant applying for an immigrant visa and those asked of someone seeking to become a permanent resident, or green card holder, will be slightly different. The important immigration questions for applicants who wish to become naturalized U.S. citizens are the written questions on the Citizenship Exam. While there is no specific list of interview questions, they will be related to the purpose of the question.
Work visa applicants should expect questions about their previous employment history. There may also be questions about why the candidate wants to work in the US and how long they expect to be here. He should bring any written information about the job offer and potential employer to any interview. A student visa applicant may be asked why she wants to study in the United States and she should be prepared to explain her educational goals and how long it might take her to achieve them.
A U.S. permanent resident card, commonly known as a “green card,” entitles the holder to live and work in the United States. A close relative, including a spouse, of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident is eligible for a green card. An applicant should be expected to answer questions about how and when she met her spouse, their hobbies, and when and where they were married. The applicant may be asked why she wishes to come to the United States. You must bring all copies of your birth and marriage certificates to the interview.
An immigrant with a permanent job offer in the United States can become a permanent resident, as can those who wish to come to the United States to start a business or have specialized job skills important to the United States. The candidate should be prepared to answer questions about her potential employer, past work experience, and any special training, skills, or foreign qualifications she may possess. You may also be asked why you want to work in the US. A candidate must bring all supporting documents such as job references and job offer letters to the interview.
Sometimes immigration questions may include a few questions about basic information about the United States, such as the number of states, the names of major political parties, the meaning of the design of the US flag, and similar topics. The U.S. Center for Immigration Services (USCIS) suggests that two important things to do in any interview are to relax and be completely honest. While it’s not necessary to dress for an interview, immigration support groups suggest dressing as you would for a job interview.
A permanent resident can obtain US citizenship by meeting the requirements set forth by Congress in the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA), which includes passing a citizenship exam. Exam questions cover the US system of government and the rights and responsibilities of US citizenship. There are also questions about important US historical events and documents. Exam information and other citizenship requirements are available at USCIS. There are also study guides available for the exam.
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