Create a list of potential interview questions

I. Questions About the Purpose of the Visit

1. What is the purpose of your visit to the United States?
2. How long do you plan to stay in the United States?
3. Where will you be staying during your trip?
4. Have you visited the United States before? If yes, when and for how long?
5. What places do you plan to visit during your trip?

II. Questions About Financial Support

1. How will you finance your trip?
2. Can you provide evidence of your financial resources (e.g., bank statements, pay stubs)?
3. Are you traveling alone, or will someone accompany you? If accompanied, who will cover the expenses?
4. Do you have travel insurance?

III. Questions About Ties to the Home Country

1. What do you do for a living? Can you provide proof of employment?
2. Are you married? If yes, is your spouse accompanying you?
3. Do you have children? Who will take care of them while you are traveling?
4. Do you own property in your home country?
5. What guarantees that you will return to your home country after your visit?

IV. Questions About Travel History

1. Have you traveled internationally before? If yes, which countries have you visited?
2. Have you ever been denied a visa to any country, including the United States?
3. Have you ever overstayed a visa or violated immigration laws in any country?

V. Specific Questions if Visiting Friends or Relatives

1. Who are you visiting in the United States?
2. What is your relationship with the person you are visiting?
3. Can you provide their contact information and address?
4. Is your host financially sponsoring your trip? If yes, can you provide their financial documents?

VI. Miscellaneous and Security-Related Questions

1. Do you have any relatives currently residing in the United States? If yes, what is their immigration status?
2. Have you ever been involved in any criminal activity or convicted of a crime?
3. Are you carrying any prohibited items or goods?

VII. Common Follow-Up Questions

1. Why do you want to visit the U.S. at this particular time?
2. Do you have a return flight booked? Can you show proof of your return ticket?
3. What will you do if your visa application is denied?