Green Card & Residence

From Nervous to Prepared: What to Expect at Your Green Card Interview

The Green Card interview is the final hurdle in your immigration journey—and for many, it is the most nerve-wracking.

At the Law Office of Carrie Nguyen, we have guided hundreds of clients through this process. We know the questions that keep you up at night: What will they ask? Will they separate us? What if I forget a date?

The good news is that with the right preparation, most applicants pass their interview with confidence. Here is what you need to know.

The Purpose of the Interview

For marriage-based cases, the officer has one main goal: to confirm your marriage is bona fide. They want to ensure you didn’t just get married for the papers.

They will look at your body language.
They will compare your answers with your spouse’s answers.

What to Bring

Walking in with an organized file commands respect and shows you are serious. You must bring:

Originals of all documents submitted (Birth certificates, Marriage certificate).
New evidence of your life together since you filed (New bank statements, recent photos, lease renewals, utility bills).
Original passports and EAD cards.

Pro Tip: We provide every client with a personalized document checklist so nothing gets left behind.

Common Questions You May Be Asked

While every officer is different, questions often fall into these categories:

Relationship History: Where did you meet? Who proposed and how? Did you have a wedding reception?
Daily Life: Who wakes up first? How do you split the bills? What did you eat for dinner last night?
Family: Have you met each other’s parents? What are their names?

Important: Answer truthfully. If you don’t remember what you had for dinner last Tuesday, say “I don’t remember.” Do not guess.

Will We Be Separated?

In a standard interview, you and your spouse sit together. However, if the officer suspects fraud or finds major inconsistencies, they may separate you for a “Stokes Interview.”

Our Goal: We prepare your application so thoroughly that the risk of a Stokes interview is minimized.

We Prepare You for Success

At the Law Office of Carrie Nguyen, we don’t just file your papers and wish you luck. We conduct mock interviews with our clients. We sit you down, role-play the officer, and ask the tough questions before the real day.

Our promise: You are not alone. We will guide you through uncertainty with dignity and confidence so you and your family can thrive in the United States.

Ready to prepare for your future?

Contact the Law Office of Carrie Nguyen today.

Call us: 817-330-9734