Visa interview preparation
How to prepare documents and answers for a consular or immigration interview, honestly and calmly.
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Interviews are used to confirm that your application is genuine and that you meet the requirements. Preparation helps you explain your situation clearly.
- Re-read your full application before the interview.
- Organise originals and copies in the order requested by the official instructions.
- Be ready to explain your purpose, plans, finances and ties in a few clear sentences.
- Answer honestly. If you don’t know, say so.
- Ask for a question to be repeated if you didn’t understand it.
Read the full guide: Preparing for a visa interview.