good interview questions to ask an immigrant

  • Who did you come with and who did you leave behind? …
  • What was the most difficult part about leaving?
  • What was your journey to this new country/community like?
  • What was the most difficult part of coming here?
  • What was it like when you first arrived?
  • What most surprised you?

Five Mistakes NOT to Make at your Immigration Interview

Use these questions if the interview subject the child of im/migrants, some on who else migrated to the country or to a new community. Before conducting the interview, review the following with your interviewee to make sure they feel comfortable with the questions and choose the most appropriate ones. It might be helpful to give them a few minutes to reflect before beginning the interview.

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Greetings and Oath–Related Immigration Interview Questions

How is the weather today?

What do you expect from the immigration interview?

How is the United States of America?

Do you know why you are being interviewed?

Do you know that you have to take an oath of disclosure?

Are you fluent in English or have a translator?

Do you understand the oath?

The USCIS officer may explain the interview. He may or may not be friendly. The officer administers an oath asking to raise the right hand and say “I do swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.”

Preparing for Your Immigration Interview

As we mentioned above, coming prepared for your interview is very important. If you come organized and prepared you will likely feel more comfortable on the day of the interview. Here are some general tips:

We always recommend to our clients to visit the USCIS field office where your interview will take place prior to the day of the interview (preferably at the same time of day). Make sure you know where the building is, how long it takes to get there, parking, security, and so on.

  • Dress business professional. No need for a suit and tie, but it is best to dress professional, respectful and comfortable.
  • Get there early (but not that early!)- We always recommend arriving at your interview at least 45 minutes before your scheduled time. Due to Covid-19, most USCIS field office will not let you actually enter the building more than 15 minutes before your scheduled time, however- it’s better to get there early and wait outside the building than to be late.
  • Read your applications and be familiar with all the questions and answers on them- you will be asked questions from your applications, it helps to prepare and review them.
  • Organize all required documents in a binder with dividers for easy access during your interview – It reduces stress levels when you can easily find and access a document you are asked to provide the officer with.
  • Consider scheduling a prep session- If you do not have an attorney representing you- you should consider scheduling an interview prep session with an immigration attorney. An experienced attorney can review your applications and supporting documentation, conduct a mock interview and really prepare you for what to expect at your interview.
  • FAQ

    What kind of questions do they ask in an immigration interview?

    Officers can ask a vast range of questions, but here are some examples:
    • How, where, and when did you meet your spouse?
    • Where did your first date take place?
    • How long did were you with your spouse before getting married?
    • When and where were you married?
    • Did you go on a honeymoon? …
    • What is your spouse’s current job?

    What questions should I ask my immigrant parents?

    • What members of your family came with you and who was left behind?
    • Did anyone come ahead of your family?
    • What was most difficult for your family about leaving?
    • What was the journey to this new country (or community) like?
    • What was the most difficult for your family about arriving?

    What do they ask at a green card interview?

    The 8 Biggest Challenges Facing Immigrants
    • Language Barriers. The language barrier is the main challenge as it affects the ability to communicate with others. …
    • Lack of Employment Opportunities. …
    • Housing. …
    • Access to Medical Services. …
    • Transportation Issues. …
    • Cultural Differences. …
    • Raising Children. …
    • Prejudice.

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