US Visa Interview: Common Questions & Tips

The questions asked at a US B1/B2 visa interview and how to answer them consistently.

Purpose of trip, length of stay, where you will stay, your job in China, monthly income, and whether you have been to the US before. Every answer must match your DS-160 exactly.

Arrive 30 minutes early, dress business casual, answer only what is asked, and never volunteer extra information. Do not memorize answers or argue with the officer.

The officer usually tells you the result on the spot. Approval means the passport is taken for stamping (3–5 working days). Administrative processing (AP) is not a refusal — it usually takes a few more weeks.