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Questions to expect in a green card interview 

On Behalf of | Oct 31, 2024 | IMMIGRATION & NATURALIZATION - Immigration

When applying for a green card, you will go through an interview. This will be conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers. 

Any kind of interview can be daunting, but that is especially the case when the stakes are so high. While you cannot know exactly what questions will be asked, some questions will likely come up. Anticipating these can help you to prepare for the interview

Here are a few things to consider. 

Questions about your employment 

If you are applying for an employment-based green card, then you’ll likely be asked questions about your profession. USCIS may want to know about your education, your profession and your ambitions. They may also ask if you have had any extended periods of unemployment. 

Questions are not asked to be intrusive but to get an idea of the contributions you will make to the U.S. economy. 

Questions about your family 

Green cards can also be obtained for family reasons. For instance, a spouse may apply for a green card to join their partner on a permanent basis. In this case, USCIS officers will probably ask questions about the relationship. For example, they may ask where you met, when you met, how long you’ve been together and when you got married.

If the green card is to reunite with other family members, such as parents, siblings and children, then you can probably expect officers to ask questions about these relationships.  

Again, the purpose of this is not to be intrusive but to ascertain the legitimacy of your relationship. 

When being interviewed by USCIS, preparation can certainly help. However, the main thing is to be honest. It can also help to have legal guidance behind you.