What should you pay attention to during the US visa interview?

1. Precautions for interview:

Be sure to be punctual during the interview. Arrive at least half an hour early. If you are late for an hour, the embassy will not allow you to be interviewed on the same day

Please do not put If you bring electronic products or large bags into the consulate, you only need to bring the materials required for the visa

The clothing should be relatively formal. Men can wear collared T-shirts and shirts; women can wear light makeup

The questions you answer in the interview should be consistent with what is stated on the personal information form (if you are traveling, just say it is travel, do not mention business or visiting relatives)

Be asked about travel experience When asking about economic ability, try to start with some developed countries in Europe, Australia and New Zealand (you can also attach some beautiful pictures of the country’s landmark buildings to prove it, which can add a lot of points)

You can attach proof of real estate and car ownership; bank statements of yourself or your spouse (if it can show the words "paying wages on behalf of others", it will be a big plus); retirees can show their retirement certificates; children can provide their parents' certificates

Be neither humble nor overbearing when answering the visa officer’s questions, do not change your words or explain too much, speak in a civilized and appropriate manner, smile elegantly, and be confident; be able to leave a good first impression on the visa officer

Understand the general itinerary , show your expectations for this trip and your travel needs. Even if you are following a tour group, don’t be confused about the itinerary

When answering questions, speak as slowly as possible, speak clearly, concisely, and before and after. Consistent

If the visa is refused, remember to ask the reason on the spot and try to get it approved again (never conflict with the consulate staff just because of anger)

2. U.S. tourist visa application process:

First fill out the DS160 form online. The form must be printed with a laser printer at the end.

Pay the visa fee immediately after making an appointment online

Starting from March 16, 2013, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China will cancel the telephone appointment interview process and paper visa fee receipts, and visa interviews All appointments and visa fee payments must be transferred to the following website: (You can use a credit card to pay online, or you can go to CITIC Bank to purchase)

After the above steps are completed, the interview is about to begin. In order to ensure the smoothness of the interview, prepare materials It is particularly important

Go to the embassy for a visa interview according to the appointment time

The US visa application process may seem simple, but in fact each item requires careful preparation. In terms of document preparation, proof of assets, proof of family relationships and proof of employment are all very important and must not be ignored!

3. Preparation of materials required for a U.S. tourist visa:

The original valid passport of the applicant (confirm that the validity period is more than six months, and the last page of the passport must have my signature)

Original ID card of the applicant

Original household register of the applicant (Family Page)

Original copy of the applicant’s marriage certificate or certificate issued by a relevant institution

Applicant Original passbook or deposit certificate issued by the depository bank in the name of the applicant or his/her spouse, with a recommended deposit period of more than one year and an amount of more than RMB 100,000.

Original copies of the applicant’s property certificates (such as real estate, vehicles and proof of personal property) Relevant supporting documents)

Applicant’s company profile with original official seal

Applicant’s employment certification letter with original company seal

Applicant’s family photo Original copy

Applicants should provide original proof of monthly income. If the salary slip needs to be stamped with the official seal of the company or the salary card, please print the slip and stamp it with the official seal of the bank

The applicant has visited other countries Visa page and 3-5 original photos taken abroad (must include overseas landmark buildings)

The original or copy of the applicant’s company business license with the company’s official seal

2 50 mm * 50 mm bareheaded color photos with white background (and signed in pencil on the back)

2 original business cards of the applicant

Old business cards used by the applicant Original passport

Original application form for traveling to the United States filled out in detail by the applicant

If the applicant is a child under the age of sixteen, a notarized certificate of relationship with his parents must be provided.

If one parent takes the child, a notarized third-party power of attorney is required