What are the answers a Visa Officer is looking for in a U.S. visa interview? | Ex-Visa Officer Tips

What are the answers a Visa Officer looking for in a U.S. visa interview? Ex-Visa Officers share their insights on how a Visa Officer looks at visa interview questions and answers.
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[@prashantranjitkar]

Thank you so much Argo Visa. I recently got my visa issued. I watched most of your videos and listened to the tips and tricks. My interview was just like a chit chat conversation and went smooth even though there were some miscommunication. Many cross questions were asked about my sister who is working there and they also asked my father's business details. I was fully prepared and didn't let myself be nervous at the interview. I would like to appreciate Argo Visa for helping people out. There's so much more I want to say but I can't thank enough.

[@usamazaidmarwat6169]

Yesterday, I had an F1 interview at the Islamabad embassy, and I just told them I am going for my FULLY FUNDED Master's studies, as suggested by in one of your videos, and the VO didn't ask anything else and approved my visa, all thanks to you ARGO VISA.

[@jasbinkarki6648]

I got my Visa Approved. Thanks for the valuable information ❤️

[@shepherdtraradza6345]

Thank you Ben. I got mine approved

[@FLYINGSPORT1995]

Hello people 🙏🙏today I got the email for my interview visa applications 🙏god Is the greatest, wish me good luck

[@ArgoSocial]

Good luck!

[@FLYINGSPORT1995]

Thank you 😊

[@FLYINGSPORT1995]

Thank you so much, I got bad news 🙁 my lawyers made a big mistake with my name in the DS-260 they wrote my name wrong, when I went to get my fingerprints the officer found out the mistake that the lawyers made, and they told me I have to fix it Before my interview which is at April 12 😔that mistake got me so worried

[@harmandhillon8335]

Break a leg

[@asaphlokwawi4880]

Goodluck all the best

[@jeremyking4730]

Thank you for your kind information, keep shining God bless you all❤😇🫂😘🤝😍

[@sampathvasireddy2928]

Wonderful guidelines u are giving to students sir thank you so much

[@fatemakhatunnandiny2414]

You are doing an amazing job sir!

[@gadderevathi]

Ben, you are really superb and I have fallen in love with you. The way you guide is really awesome and Mandy too. Today my visa has been issued.

[@ArgoSocial]

Fantastic!

[@5432604]

WOW

[@yourlandladysson6395]

Congratulations 👏

[@kingsleyoguike5478]

I said that's the address of my sponsor. Please advise

[@princessakunne9370]

Congrats!

[@anuragdubey8426]

Thank you sir for the good explanation

[@baonamvlog3822]

Your video is very useful. Thanks

[@vaidi865]

2.15 awesome answer. Sir 👍

[@karmasherpa4175]

Ben, Immensely helpful video. Thank you.

[@oasisnavalbridge5012]

Ben... Always inspiring. Many thanks!

[@SolmonAlice]

Very informative❤

[@Amazing-rn9sy]

I was denied a j1 on Tuesday. I realized she didn't ask for the ds 2007 and she didn't ask anything about the training program. She only asked are u married, do you have children, what do you do. All were answered and she didn't ask for the ds 2007 to inquire about the program.

[@franchescavargas1707]

Hola Ben, hoy fue mi visa consular me dijo el cónsul que no estaban emitiendo visa de estudios (apliqué para una escuela de inglés) lo cual sé que fue una excusa, mi formulario tenía varios errores como el tiempo que iba a durar en USA que eran 4 meses y el formulario decía 3 meses y el cónsul me preguntó eso, al final me dijo tienes visa de turismo, lo cual me hizo sentir peor pues que me quiso insinuar con ello, si no puedo estudiar con visa de turismo, me preguntó 2 veces que en qué me iba a beneficiar ese programa, lo cual le respondí favor tiempo pues no es lo mismo estudiar en un país de habla inglesa que en mi propio país Rep. Dom. y ya mi currículum me exige un nivel de inglés más alto para escalar a otras posiciones. 😔

[@johndavis5633]

Thank you officer

[@fitsumwoldegerima2067]

Hello Ben, I appreciate your work. It is really helpful. I want to ask one thing. Currently, I am doing a PhD in Mexico but I have applied for a masters in US to study data science which is crucial for my PhD research. My interview is in three weeks. Do you think it will cause an issue?

[@user-oh6yk2ih5t]

very informative sir

[@moshiurrahman8615]

Thank you sir

[@princessnatashalee]

Done interview may 5 2022 but got the 221g letter . I did not get the medical done and the police record but the consular gave me a white paper to read about abusive relationships in America and told me to drop off the police record and my passport

[@ahmadalshraidh4552]

I have a question to ask : I’m an international student finished a general medicine degree in 2021 now I’m applying for a master visa that is related to my degree but my financial statement isn’t at its best performance I can speak English good but I’m also applying for a ESL program with the master degree what do you think about my chances of getting a visa ( I’m a Jordan nationality)

[@bmutthoju8797]

Hello Sir, Thank you very much for your videos. I am learning so much from them. I had a gap of one year during COVID times because I had applied for an EMBA program and I was not getting dates for a VISA interview. When I had got the dates finally, I got refused with 214(b) (twice in quick succession). This was two years ago. I have made quite a few changes to my profile and planning to go for another interview. However, during the break, I spent time learning technologies and also worked on certain web applications for my Brother's company in Australia. Would working for my brother's company during the break in Australia, as I did at the time, be considered negatively for my next interview? Thank you in advance.

[@Nkhan_scholarships]

Ben thank you

[@chandrakalikhandey9865]

Hi Ben, I am from India. My husband is on H1B in the USA and his green card petition is approved but he did not get his green card yet. I am applying for H4 visa..will it make my case look like immigration intent?

[@obourabigail]

Hello Ben, Please if you have ever applied for the American lottery and didn't get selected, is it advisable to answer No to have you ever applied to the American lottery?

[@yulee7360]

Hello ben, what if I support myself for this j1? What is the best answer I could give to the officer to approve my Visa.

[@tej0829]

in the case of student having stammering problem , what they have to do infornt of visa officer?

[@success7823]

Ben,thanks for all the videos Please what are the chances of getting a f1 visa for community colleges

[@ArgoSocial]

It depends on your individual situation and preparation.

[@Tatiana010]

You should implement in your intro "I'm a handsome, cute, sexy" ex visa officer. :)

[@kiwanukakarenj8111]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 gal, that sounds like a crush. Lol

[@MercyChukwuokoloeze-ph8yy]

Hello and good sir. What should parents with a special needs child do to get their American visa application approved for medical treatment for their special needs child?. .

[@anthonydsouza2504]

Hi, I have my F2 visa Interview next week and I was wondering if I could help me with some set of questions that I can expect for being in Same Sex married couple in India. Our marriage is registered in the USA. My spouse is doing his PhD in the USA and we intend to live together there.

[@TahsinShafin-uu5gs]

Got My visa ❤️

[@johnsonnnamdi1018]

Sir, I was just denied an F1 Visa like 2daya ago, and classes are commencing on the 26th of August, please I want to know how long I should wait before reapplying

[@thazinphyo358]

WHAT SHOULD I DO SIR SHOULD I WAIT TILL THE EMBASSY OPEN FOR F1 OR SHOULD TRY TO THE THIRD COUNTRY. IN MYANMAR.

[@appleb305]

Hello, I am a student and my university nominated me to apply to a partnered American university to obtain a minor. I will most likely get accepted and be asked to obtain a J-1 visa. Could you perhaps dedicate a video to explain the differences between a student on an F-1 and J-1 visa? As this is not a common situation, I think it would be of value to the ones that are in a similar position. I believe students like myself would like to know how to prepare for a J-1 visa as opposed to an F-1 visa. Thank you 😊

[@ArgoSocial]

Thanks for the suggestions.

[@Naima44754]

I have a visa interview on 3rd of Jan next year . I feel kinda tensed at the same time prepared for the questions . Any help kindly Argo visa

[@Milli456]

I was refused my b2 visa. I couldn't get the chance to prove my intent of leaving the US after my stay. I am thinking of reapplying. When I am asked what has changed. Please what should I say???

[@gracename6941]

Thank you I got my visa

[@ArgoSocial]

Congrats!

[@wakaranja2304]

Will changing my d160 after submission I realized I mistake affect me in my interview

[@udayshankar8262]

I have enough funds in the form of savings and education loan for my masters and living expenses which is around 70lakhs and my father income was 4.5 lakh and he do get 2.5 lakh rental income. does it effect my visa?

[@lpihoi6110]

Hi, I am a beautician, and i had applied for a C1D VISA but it got rejected on account of 214(b) . I have my second interview on October 13th and i really need your help on how to fully prepare myself for my next interview so that i can get it this time. Please help me.

[@imranali1230]

Hello officer I have two i20 which is from university of new haven and New York institute of technology which is good visa success rate and my interview is it 1 week please suggest me..

[@kishan142009]

Hi sir,i had a C1D US visa which expired 5years ago,i was working on a cruise ship ...now i have applied for US B1B2 visa as i want to take my wife and daughter on a cruise to carribbean starting Miami... Moreover I'm getting it as free as my friends r booking it...i need to pay only tax...what are my chances...i don't work on cruise ships anymore...I'm manager now...pls advise sir 🙏

[@tronzal1]

Hi my asly case is pending with BIA I am outside usa how can I re-enter with my family or can I apply for immigration in Canada

[@dejentecle5091]

How can I overcome 214 rejection to visit if they ask me what's changed

[@anuragprasad8924]

Sir i have got 2 visa Denial. Is there any chances for visa approval in the next coming year if i reapply again for J1.

[@Hatimbasra]

Ben, my F1 visa approved on 16 august 2022 and when i check status on 16 it’s issued and after two days my status is changed to approved and still my nonimmigrant visa status is approved Does any issue?

[@Muhammadasim22]

My brother has been living in USA for seven years and he is a US citizen but I want to know how to meet his family how can I go I am talking about his elder brother.

[@abirmahmud4961]

I am going to face my F1 visa interview for 2nd time.. Consulate officer can asking me what change you have?? What is the appropriate answer for this question?

[@nyalumaruth5568]

Hello, I’ll like to ask if it’s okay to take your passport(expired) with your previous travels in it to the embassy even if it has conflicting information with your recent passport, for instance date of birth?

[@ArgoSocial]

Yes, you should take your previous passport with you

[@user-gn2jc5oq5z]

I got rejected my visa 3/07/2023 I will try next month August please give me some suggestions what type questions asking what we have answers

[@mariiam5400]

Ben, i have a question for you pls answer me i have a interview for five days later and i really need your help if the officer ask me why Did you choose Us what am i gonna say?

[@muhammadsayeam2734]

My Aunt is My Relative?Should I Mention it? Is she considered as my Relative?

[@imanurkhan7811]

Sir, I am How can I get a usa working visa my cousin brother is telling me that i am now in saudi arabia to stay for work and home so if i had applied i would have been very useful if i had replied.

[@sharonmavera]

I am having a J1 exchange visitor interview can you make a video on that please

[@ArgoSocial]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@obourabigail]

Sorry I mean for your F1 Visa interview.

[@dilshodibadullaev3239]

Hello Your videos are amazing! Can you please take a video where you are talking about J1 Visa( Work and travel) exactly? because a lot of students now need this kind of video

[@ArgoSocial]

Thanks for the idea!

[@zumishifa912]

Hello Ben…..I got my visa interview to US next month finally…my problem is I got visa denied twice to Canada,in 2021 should I tell them about this during my interview?

[@FelousepetersonJunior-bq9bo]

Hello Hello Sir,i'd like you to email all questions you know you used to ask for admitting a visa to go to US(immigration visa)

[@niravshedge4744]

Hey Ben, Would it be problem during the F1 interview if my father transferred the money into my account to fund my education? Ps - it shows as personal funds on my i20. Should this be fine if I give an accurate explanation to the officer or this would raise questions ?

[@mensahaguidji5438]

i also have the same issue

[@NenadlPopovic]

You at Argo are very helpful, but please help me with this: I live in Serbia, I applied for b2 visa, however term I got is in MARCH 2023! By that date, a lot of things in my life will change - should I try to edit ds160 if possible, or bring new fresh-up to date documents to the interviewer? Please help

[@ArgoSocial]

You should submit an updated DS-160 if it will be over a year old.

[@brightlife-5170]

Hello Ben Arterburn, I have a question about your video… is it okay if I tell the visa officer about my previous travels while I was asked about who would be funding my education?

[@ArgoSocial]

Let’s discuss it! With the expert advice and preparation of one of our former officers we will help maximizing the approval chances. They can review the entire situation to identify any risks and the best strategy to help get a visa issued. You can book a consultation with us online: bit.ly/3a3mk9V

[@rumaeljawed8826]

This is amazing. I have an interview tomorrow pray for me peeps and wish me luck.

[@rishabghosh4627]

Best of luck dear 💐💐💐✨✨✨

[@ndayikejegilbert5966]

Tell us about your experience tomorrow🤣🤣🤣🤣the VO won't listen to your answers he will question you and type few words afterwards you will be asked your fingerprints and your passport will be handed to you.that's all dear if you are not born in a rich family

[@oluwasegunodunlami657]

@@ndayikejegilbert5966 don't give bad energy. Because yours got denied?

[@ndayikejegilbert5966]

@@oluwasegunodunlami657 Good luck bro if you believe these guys have time for you and you from ''Nigeria''😀🙈

[@ndayikejegilbert5966]

@@oluwasegunodunlami657 Believe me one of my friend was even asked about his city name later did he know that the place wasn't sounding good to the VO reason being it was known to be a poor neighbourhood

[@hunterhackop4041]

Make video on J1 visa.

[@ArgoSocial]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@reetmand7910]

I need classes you can give

[@taiwoolajuwon3613]

Helloo Ben, thanks for the video,is it advisable to change my sponsor from my mum to my elder sister

[@ArgoSocial]

One of our former officers can review the entire situation to identify any risks and the best strategy to help get a visa issued. You can book a consultation with us online: bit.ly/3a3mk9V

[@CbseMathsTeacher24]

Hi, I am from india and I received refusal for my and my wife’s first interview in year 2018 for b1/b2. Now we again applied for visa and we have interview in May 2023. This time changes are - now i am a government employee. I have traveled 3 countries UAE,Singapore,Malaysia. This time my brother is sponsoring my trip who is on H1B . We have a baby. So are these changes are enough for this time. We need your suggestion or extra tips.

[@ArgoSocial]

Hi there! You definitely have many changes since your l last attempt. We can help you determine what are the most important factors and how to present them. You can book a session with us here: www.argovisa.com/?KZbin&

[@Nkhan_scholarships]

After two rejection my visa approved after watching your videos

[@ArgoSocial]

Congrats! We are glad to hear that!

[@sunnykomatireddy3015]

If we have only 10 days between our visa interview and classes start date will i be problem for me Or should I explain how I am going to manage my travel plan

[@ArgoSocial]

After they approve the visa, you should ask them to expedite printing.

[@HippoNkiddo]

I don’t have travel history I’m applying a us visa tomorrow my interview so they give b1 b2 visa in fresh passport

[@ArgoSocial]

Good luck!

[@collinswanyonyi01]

Morning Ben. I think you are doing an awesome job. Now, what happens when you get a visa appointment date that falls way after your intended day of traveling? Planned to travel in October this year but got an appointment in October of next year. What could possibly go wrong. Do I need to fill another DS 160?

[@ArgoSocial]

Sometimes you can get an expedited appointment based on the reason for your travel.

[@danielonuh403]

All you need to do is scan your I-20 and your SEVIS confirmation receipt to your emergency section.

[@esthermungai1986]

Halo sir? I have just booked my interview date n paid the service fee,plz I need assistance how to answer questions, present my self, what to wear n what are most likely questions asked,

[@ArgoSocial]

I can help you prepare! Book a consultation: preview.argovisa.com/applicant/get-started?KZbin&

[@shannonstrose2275]

I am unemploy can I get my visa

[@NhattyEya]

hey sir your video is so helpfull i have got 2022 august intake acceptance from my U.S university and my visa interview date is april 28 it's three month far from our university intake day and sir this may make a problem on my visa process?

[@ArgoSocial]

No, that is a fine. You have to have your F visa interview within 120 days of your visa appointment

[@NhattyEya]

Ok thank u sir🙏🙏🙏

[@fazalhaqgondal4521]

Hello you help me with the information UK visa

[@ArgoSocial]

We are all former U.S. Visa Officers and help exclusively with the United States Visa Interview process.

[@dilshangamage7398]

Hi Ben, My wife has F1visa until 2025. And I want to Visit her multiple times for one month periods until 2025 since I am working in SriLanka. Do I have to apply for F2 visa or B2 Visa? Please advise

[@ArgoSocial]

You should apply for an F2 visa and tell them what your plan is.

[@narayanchandra8679]

Hello, my n ame is Mr. Chandra narayan, so i want to know that long time from Canada job for. My position office clerk, (ledcor construction Ltd. canada ) to much harassment please

[@xxxxbuttxxdragon]

i just got denied... 240b xD... cuz i just give little answer as possible T_T...cuz i was listening to some vloggers... i was only going to us for 2 weeks...to visit my bf.. but i didnt make them FEEL, that i will go back home.. (and i do want to go home after 2 weeks)... i got some comment, saying that i should show the officer I-134 form (Affidavit of Support) ..

[@ArgoSocial]

The I-134 is not needed except for K visas. In fact showing you have support from an American will often hurt you.

[@mrinalgorai5210]

Hello sir, I had gone to the US in 2018 in J1 visa . I was offered an extension , so i came back to India applied for visa again but was rejected. Not knowing about the 90 days rule . However now I have applied again for my visa in 2022 June for J1 . I have taken admission at a different college in India for diploma and under that I have applied for J1 hospitality. . however this time I was refused visa under 214b . Can please tell me what can I do to overcome this in the next visa interview that I would apply .

[@LoveLove-vi2lf]

What does administrative processing mean

[@ArgoSocial]

It can mean a lot of things. But basically it means your case is pending.

[@charlie...]

So basically with every response you give a reason you have to return to home country?

[@ArgoSocial]

Exactly

[@abbynnaji3881]

@@ArgoSocial but what if they ask a question like: how many schools did u apply to? Does this require an answer with a reason you are going to return?

[@cheesechelsea6028]

Is it appropriate to hand the document regarding what I am saying to a visa officer without them asking for it? Btw your videos are super beneficial! Will have an F1 visa interview very soon, so excited😭

[@ArgoSocial]

Don't give documents to the officer without first asking if they want to see it. It's just their preference, and they are annoyed if applicants pass them unsolicited documents.

[@Vegapunkk]

I think it was you that refused my visa. Did you happen to work in the London Embassy by any chance?

[@geulis9907]

Oh no really?🙈

[@rzack200]

Hi please please Iam mother isaa asc

[@pawan1394]

Hello Sir, I booked the interview date and paid the visa fee. My interview is in June. Now, I have got acceptance into a better university with a good scholarship and I want to go for it. What is the process to change the university and update details once the visa interview date has been booked?

[@kalpanashrestha2132]

could you please share me the dates available? I want date for May, is it possible to get the date?

[@pawan1394]

@@kalpanashrestha2132 no dates available for may . Dates are available for july

[@kalpanashrestha2132]

@@pawan1394 can we make further communication plz?

[@ArgoSocial]

Your new university needs to give you a new I-20 form.

[@pawan1394]

@@ArgoSocial Thank you Argo team.

[@favourchinaza8900]

Hello sir, Am going for a Tourist visa, my appointment is this month June . Please I need your guidance. Tell what To do before the date.

[@ArgoSocial]

You should prepare. We can help you

[@rzack200]

Hello please please please Iam mother is very is very poor Because Iam poor I have not money please pleas4 boy the high school please helpme

[@mydustuch]

Dayum bulleye

[@karimovvvanvarr7682]

Yes sirr, i got my visa approve, thanks for Argo visa🫡

[@ArgoSocial]

CONGRATS!!