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If there are legal complications in your case,
have a discussion with your immigration lawyer on whether she
should accompany you to your interview.
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Dress neatly - how you appear will
impact your interviewer's impression of you.
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Have a grasp on key dates, and be familiar with your application materials.
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Bring a copy of your application materials to the
interview. Also, bring any original documents and photos. If your photos are in an album, you can bring the full album as an
alternative to taking the photos out of the album.
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Be punctual. While you should be ready to wait to be
called for your interview, be sure you account for routine delays
such as traffic and finding parking.
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Approach the interviewer with a smile and say hello.
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Wait and listen for the first question.
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Be a good listener. If you have trouble
understanding a question, politely ask your interviewer to repeat or
rephrase the question.
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Give short and simple answers.
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Display confidence in your responses.
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Don't ask unnecessary questions.
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Don't volunteer information that is not requested - just
stick to the point.
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Don't joke around with your interviewer.
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Never shout at, interrupt, argue with, or lie to your interviewer.
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If your interviewer asks a question you are unsure about or
uncomfortable answering, ask for time to consult with a lawyer.
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If your interviewer indicates that your case needs further
administrative review, elicit as much information as possible as to
the reason for further review and make a note of your interviewer's
name. This will help your immigration lawyer to advise you on your options.
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If it becomes necessary to get a lawyer involved, contact your
immigration lawyer as soon as possible after your interview.
