US Visa Interview Questions
Questions officers often ask H-1B specialty occupation applicants. Review them by topic, then practice your answers out loud with tailored feedback.
General / Purpose10 questions
Are you currently employed?
EasyDo you have family in the United States?
MediumHave you been to the United States before?
EasyHave you ever been denied a US visa?
HardHave you ever held another visa status?
MediumHave you traveled outside your country before?
EasyHow long do you plan to stay in the United States?
EasyWhat is the purpose of your trip to the United States?
EasyWhat is your marital status?
EasyWill your family accompany you to the US?
Medium
Employer & Job15 questions
Describe your day-to-day responsibilities.
MediumDid you interview for this position? How?
MediumHow did you find this job?
MediumHow long has the company been in business?
MediumHow many employees does the company have?
MediumIs your employer the direct company or a consulting firm?
MediumWhat does your company do?
MediumWhat is your job title?
EasyWhat projects will you be working on?
MediumWhat team will you be working on?
MediumWhere will you be physically working?
MediumWho is the end client you will be working for?
HardWho is your direct manager?
MediumWho is your employer in the United States?
EasyWhy does your employer need someone from outside the US?
Hard
Qualifications10 questions
Do you have any professional certifications?
MediumHave you had any Optional Practical Training in the US?
MediumHow does your degree relate to this job?
HardHow many years of experience do you have in this field?
MediumWhat did you study?
EasyWhat is your educational background?
EasyWhat specific technical skills do you bring to this role?
MediumWhat was your previous job?
MediumWhere did you get your degree?
EasyWhy did you leave your previous position?
Medium
Salary & Finances8 questions
How does this salary compare to your current earnings?
MediumHow will you support yourself before your first paycheck?
MediumIs this a full-time position?
EasyWhat benefits does the company provide?
MediumWhat is the prevailing wage for this role?
HardWhat is your salary for this position?
MediumWho is paying for your visa and relocation?
MediumWill you receive any signing bonus or stock options?
Medium
Petition & Documents10 questions
Can you show me your employment offer letter?
EasyDo you have your I-797 approval notice?
EasyDo you have your LCA?
MediumHave you had a previous H-1B?
MediumHow many years of H-1B have you used?
HardIs this a cap-subject or cap-exempt petition?
HardIs your employer filing for your green card?
MediumWhat is the start date on your petition?
MediumWhat wage level is listed on your LCA?
HardWhen was your petition approved?
Medium
Intent & Ties10 questions
Are your children enrolled in school at home?
MediumDo you own property in your home country?
MediumDo you plan to return to your home country?
HardDoes your spouse work? Where?
MediumHave you applied for permanent residency?
MediumIf you lose this job what will you do?
HardWhat are your long-term plans?
HardWhat ties do you have to your home country?
HardWhat will your spouse do while you work in the US?
MediumWhy should we approve your visa?
Hard
Specialty Occupation7 questions
Are there US workers who could do this job?
HardCould someone without a degree do this work?
HardHow is your specific degree required for this role?
HardWhat makes this a specialty occupation?
HardWhat training will you need when you start?
MediumWhat would happen if this position were not filled?
MediumWhy does this job require a specialized degree?
Hard