1 Visa interview
2 Whether you need interpreterVisa interview Greeting consul : Good morning, sir(ma'am). student : Good morning. consul : Do you want an interpreter for this interview ?(Would you like to have someone to translate my questions ?) student : ① No, sir. I can answer you in English ② No, sir. I can follow you if you speak a little slower. ③ No, sir. I can hear you if you speak a little louder. ④ No, sir. I can understand you if you don't speak too fast. ⑤ No, sir. I can speak English well enough to understand you. Whether you need interpreter
3 Asking how many times you’ve appliedVisa interview Asking how many times you’ve applied consul : ① Is this your first time to apply for a U.S. visa? student : ① Yes, sir. ② No, it is my second time to apply for a U.S. visa. consul : ② Have you ever applied for a U.S. visa? student : ① No, I haven't. ② Yes, I have once. consul : On your last interview you were rejected of your visa for disqualification. How come you apply for this again? student : Well, Mr. Consul, as a matter of fact, my last interview was my first occasion speaking with a foreigner and, frankly speaking, I was anxious and embarrassed. And I sincerely look forward to your kindly reconsideration.
4 Visa interview PurposeConsul : Why do you want to go to America ?(What is your purpose to go to the U.S. ?) Student ① Because I want to study mechanical engineering there. (My purpose is to study mechanical engineering.) ② Because I wish to pursue an M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) degree there. ③ Because I desire to obtain a Ph. D. degree in economics there. ④ Because I want to continue my study there and receive a doctor's degree in political science.
5 Visa interview Purposeconsul : What is your purpose in applying for a U.S. visa student : I want to study computer science at University of Iowa. consul : Can you explain to me why you are applying for a visa? student : Yes, I want to attend the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. consul : Mr. Park, you seem to haute a good job. Why do you want to study in the U.S. ? student ① Without further knowledge of my field, I am not able to make a very valuable contribution to my company, and my chances for a promotion are not very great. ② Without getting advanced knowledge in my field, I cannot succeed in this field and my chances for a promotion are not great.
6 Visa interview Purpose consul : Why do you want to study in the U.S. ?Student ① With a degree from a U.S. college, I would get a better job. I believe America is the most advanced country in my major field, I want to be an expert in the field by studying there. Consul ① There are a lot of countries in the world where you can study abroad. Why do you want to study in America ? ② Do you have any reason why you should choose America among many countries ? Do you have any particular reason to study in America ? student ① Because I think America is the leading country providing the most detailed studies in my subject ( because I believe America is the most advanced country providing this sort of information to foreign students.) Yes, I think it's because America is the most advanced country in the field of computer science. ③ Yes, it's because I want to study nuclear physics there. I've heard there are many renowned professors and research institutes for nuclear physics in the U.S.. So I want to undertake my graduate study under renowned professors in a good research institute there
7 Specific Educational PurposeVisa interview Specific Educational Purpose consul : What do you want to study in America ? student : I would like to major in electrical engineering. consul : Why do you want to study electrical engineering in America ? (What made you decide to study electrical engineering in America ?) student ① Because it is one of the most promising fields in Korea and there is a growing demand for experts in this field. There are excellent opportunities for advancement. ② I wish to study electrical engineering for 3 important reasons. First of all, the field of electrical engineering is the best for my aptitude. Secondly, it matches my undergraduate major. Finally, it is one of the most promising areas in Korea. ③ Because it is what I want to study most and what I can do best. ④ I think it will take charge of future industries along with genetic engineering and computer science. And I want to participate in Korean industry actively as a good engineer with a strong background of theory and practice.
8 Specific Educational PurposeVisa interview Specific Educational Purpose consul : Why do you want to study at Boston University ? student : It's because the curriculum of English department at Boston University is particularly suitable for me. consul : Do you have any particular reason to choose this university ? student : Yes, I found that the descriptions of all courses listed in the catalogue of this university were particularly suitable for my academic needs. consul : Why do you want to study at this particular university ? student : It's because one of my professors recommended this university to me. consul : Why do you want to study at Utah State University ? student : Well, you see, I prefer to go to school in an area where there are few Korean so that I can adapt myself to more quickly to American customs.
9 Specific Educational PurposeVisa interview Specific Educational Purpose consul : What made you cheese 51. Paul College ? student : While I was an undergraduate, I had the opportunity to meet Prof. Johnson, who teaches there. He encouraged me to apply and continue my study there. Consul : Why do you wish to go to Cornell University ? student : I want to study agricultural economy and I have heard that it has a very good program in this field. Consul : Would you tell me why you chose University of Texas at Austin (UTA) ? student ① First of all, UTA is one of the best universities in America. Secondly, UTA is the place where we can study with the most inexpensive tuition. Thirdly, the curriculum of UTA's department of economics is suitable for my academy needs. That's why I chose UTA. ② UTA was recommended to me by my close friend who is a student of law school at UTA. Checking the curriculum and surroundings of UTA, decided to study at UTA. consul : What do you think of this school ? student : I think this school is suitable for me to study my major, social work.
10 Specific Educational PurposeVisa interview Specific Educational Purpose consul ① Do you have any particular reason to choose this university ? ② Why do you want to study at this particular college ? ③ You are going to study at Tufts University ? Why did you choose it ? ④ Why did you choose Clark University ? student ① Yes, my professor from this University recommended it to me. I found the curriculum listed in the bulletin of the University were suitable for me. Also I received a scholarship from this University. ② Because I think department of education at this university is one of the best in the United States. Its faculty and facilities are known to be excellent. And I think it fits my needs and personal likes ③ I chose it because I know it has a time-honored tradition. ④ A friend of mine who studies there recommended it to me.
11 Visa interview Financial guarantee consul student① Who will pay all the expenses during your stay in the States ? ② Who will be financing you during your stay in U.S.A. ? ③ Who will finance your expenses ? ④ Who will be responsible for all your expenses, including air tickets ? ⑤ Who will take over your financial responsibility during your stay in the United States ? student ① My sponsor, Mr. Chul·coo Kim, will pay all the expenses during my stay in the States. ② My uncle, Mr. Sung-chul Park, will provide me with all the necessary funds during my stay in U.S.A.. ③ My elder brother, Mr. Dae-sung Lee, will be my sponsor during my stay in America ④ I obtained a tuition scholarship from the university. My father will finance the rest of all expenses for me. ⑤ As stated in the attached Affidavit of Support, my father, Mr. Su-man Lee, will take all financial responsibility for me during my stay in the States. ⑥ I received a Korean government scholarship, which will cover all expenses during my stay in America. ⑦ I was awarded a Fulbright scholarship, which will cover all expenses during my two-year graduate study at the Ohio State University. ⑧ I have been granted a full scholarship from Temple University. I think that scholarship could fully finance my stay there.
12 Visa interview Financial guaranteeconsul : What is the relationship between you and your sponsor ? Student : He is my father (uncle, elder brother) . Consul : What is your sponsor's(father's) occupation ?[What does (father) do ? What is your sponsor doing for living ? student ⓛMy father is running a shopping center at So-myun in Pusan. ② My father works for the Bank of Korea. (He is with the Bank of Korea.) ③ My father is a lawyer. consul : What is your father's position there ? student : He is a vice-president of the company. Consul : How much will your sponsor(father) send you a year ? student : He will send me 10,500,000 won equivalent to 15,000 U.S. dollars a year.
13 Visa interview Financial guaranteeConsul : ① How much is your sponsor's annual income ? ② How much does your sponsor earn a month ? student ① His annual income is about 35 million won equivalent to 50 thousand dollars, as shown in his certificate of income tax. ② He earns about 4,000 dollars per month. consul : If your sponsor can't help you during your study, how are you going to live ? student : I believe such an unlucky thing will not happen. But, if there is something wrong with my financial condition, I will have to come back to Korea. consul ① Do you have enough money to support yourself while you are in the States ? ② Do you have enough money to live on for the entire period to get your degree. student ① I'll be able to pay for all my expenses with the help of my elder brother and from my own savings. ② Yes, I do. I have some savings and my uncle will give me full support during my stay in U.S.A..
14 Visa interview Financial guaranteeConsul : Do you have enough money to live on for the entire time it will take you to earn your degree ? student : Yes, my father is a successful lawyer and he will give me a full support until I've earned my degree. consul : How will you pay for your tuition and all other expenses ? student : My mother will take care of all my expenses during my stay in the States. Consul : What is your mother's occupation ? student : She runs a clothing store at the Namdaemun Market. consul : How do you plan to support yourself while studying in the United States ? student : My father and uncle will finance my tuition and all other living cost. consul : Why does your uncle help you ? student : I think that's because my father helped him in his business a long time ago. Maybe he wants to return my father's favor
15 Visa interview The length of your stayconsul : How long will you stay in America ?(=How long will you be in America ? = How long will you intend to stay in America ?) student ① I will stay there for 2 years, as stated on the I-20 form. And, then, I'll come back to my country immediately upon completion of my 2 year graduate study in the States. ② I'll be there for 2 years, as stated on the I-20 form. ③ About 3 years. I'll stay until I get my Ph. D. degree. consul ① How many years will you study in the States? ② How long do you plan to ( =intend to) stay in America ? student ① I will study at Columbia University for 3 years. ② I plan to(=intend to) study there for 3 years. ③ I want to get a Master's degree so I expect to be there for 2 years
16 Visa interview Future plan consul ① What occupation are you going to take after completing your studies in the United States ? ② What are you planning to do after completing your studies in the United States ? ③ What kind of job (career) will you have upon completion of your graduate study in America ? ④ What will you do after you graduate from Cornell University ? ⑤ What do you intend to do when you have received your degree ? student ① I plan I will return to Korea and work for a trading firm. ② I will return home, and will resume my work of the Bank of Korea, where I work now. ③ I want to be a professor at my alma mater, ④ I will return to Korea and work for my father's hotel. ⑤ I will return to Korea and resume my duties at the Ministry of Justice.
17 Visa interview Future plan consul ① Do you want to stay in the States after you get the degree? ② Do you hope to remain in the States permanently after your study ? Do you have any interest in settling in the States ? ④ Don't you have any hope of remaining in America permanently ? ⑤ Many Koreans live in the United States. Do you want to settle down there after your study in America ? ⑥ Most Korean students want to remain in America after finishing their study in the U.S.. Do you want to stay there ? student ① No, sir (No, ma'am) . I'll come back to Korea immediately after my study in the U.S.A.. ② No, sir(ma'am). I want to live with my parents here. ③ No, I don't. I have no reason to stay there after my study. ④ No, I don't. I want to get into the import·export business in Korea. ⑤ No, sir(ma'am) . I must come back to Korea and support my parents. ⑥ No, sir(ma'am). I must come back to Korea to join my family.
18 Visa interview Future plan consul student consul student① Can you show me the evidence of your strong ties to Korea? ② What reason do you have for returning Korea after you graduate ? student ① As you can see in the attached family register and in my financial documents, I'm the eldest son and have big assets here in Korea. So, I must come back to Korea immediately after my study in the States to join my family and to manage my assets. Well, you see, my father runs a big trading firm, and I have to help him with his business upon completion of my Master's program. consul ① Will you be coming back to Korea ? ② Will you come back to Korea after finishing your study in America ? ③ Will you return to Korea after you graduate from the university ? ④ Will you stay in America after your study ? ⑤ Are you going to stay (settle down) permanently in the United States ? student ① Yes, sir(ma'am). I'll be coming back immediately after my study in the States. ② Of course, I will, sir. ③ Of course, I will. I have a plan to work for my father's firm ④ No, sir(ma'am) . I have no reason to stay there after my study ⑤ No, have no intention to stay in the U.S. permanently. I plan to com immediately after I graduate from U.S.C.. .
19 Visa interview Future planconsul : Will you accept a job if it is offered in the United States after completion of your studies ? student ① No, I'll not accept. I have no intention to settle down in the United States. I plan to return to Korea, and work for my father's company. My father owns several enterprises. ② No, I won't. I've no intention of settling down there. I'm willing to share my newly-earned knowledge with the younger Korean generation of this country as away of contributing to this country. Consul : Have you got a job guarantee in Korea ? student : ① Yes, The Bank of Korea promised that they would employ me when return from the United States. ② Han Yang University promised they shall provide me with proper administrative or teaching position upon completion of my graduate study.
20 Visa interview Future planconsul : If you can get a job, are you going to stay there? Student : No, sir(ma'am) , I want to live in Korea and I'll stay there only for the period of my study at UCLA. consul : What do you think about getting a job in America ? student : I don't want to get a job in America. I'll return to Korea immediately after finishing my study there and I would like to contribute to my country with my knowledge. Consul : When will you come back to Korea. student : I will come back to Korea as soon as I finish my study there. consul : What will you do when you come home ? Student ① I would like to be a researcher in an institute. ② I would like to resume, work in the company where I am working. It's president promised my reemployment. ③ I will begin my own business. ④ I'll return to Korea and seek a career in the field of computer industry.
21 Visa interview Future planConsul ① Do you plan to do any business while you are in the U.S. ? ② Do you hope to have a career in the U.S. after you have finished your studies ? Student ① No, l am going to be a full time student and I won't have time for any business activities. ② No, I'm the eldest son in my family and I have an obligation to take care of my parents so I will return to Korea and work in the field of electronics here. consul : Would you like to become an American citizen ? student : Although I think America is a great country, I'm proud to be a Korean and I want to live in Korea after finishing my studies.
22 Visa interview Future planconsul : How can I be sure you will return to Korea if I give you a visa ? student : My father passed away 2 years ago and my mother is all alone, so I must be a comfort to her in her old age. Also I want to have a teaching career here in Korea. consul : There are a lot of opportunities in America as well ; How can I be sure that you won't stay and seek a job there ? student ① I can assure you that I will return to Korea. I must take care of my parents and I feel this obligation very strongly. I also have a standing job offer from Korea Telecommunications Corporation and I intend to work for them. ② As you can see in the letter of recommendation from the president of my company, I received financial aid from my company with the understanding that I would work there at least 5 years. So, I'll have to return immediately after completion of my studies in the United States.
23 Relatives or friends in U.SVisa interview Relatives or friends in U.S consul : Do you have relatives in the States ? student : No, I don't have any. consul : Do you have any friends in America ? student : Yes, I have some friends in America. They are now attending universities in America as foreign students. consul : Do you have any relatives or friends in the U.S. ? student : I have no relatives there, but I have a few friends who are studying there as foreign students. consul : Are there many acquaintances in America ? student : No, I just have a couple of friends who are in the States as foreign students.
24 Relatives or friends in U.SVisa interview Relatives or friends in U.S Accommodation consul ① Do you have any friends who immigrated to the U.S.A. ? ② Do you have any relatives who immigrated to the States? ③ Do you have any friends or relatives who went to the United States to live? Student : No, sir (ma'am) . Consul : Does anyone in your family or relatives plan to go to America in the future ? student : No, they will all remain here in Korea. consul : Where will you live while attending college in America ? student ①I've-already made arrangements to live in the college dormitory. ② I will rent a room in an American home.
25 Working while studyingVisa interview Working while studying Consul : ① There are a lot of chances to get a job in America. Will you get a part-time job if you have a chance ? ② Will you expect a part-time job at the university ? Student : ① No, sir(ma'am). I won't need a part·time job(=work=employment) in America because my parents have sufficient money to support me during my stay in the States. ② No, sir (ma'am) . I'll not need any extra work, except for my study, because my father will send me sufficient money for my study in America. consul : Will you take a job during your study in America ? Student : No, sir(ma'am) . There is no need for me to find a job because my father will fully support me during my stay in the U.S.. consul : Will you participate in any extracurricular activities while you are in the States. student : No, I will not. I'll have no spare time because I will be a full-time student
26 Visa interview Companion consul : Do you have any companion ?Student : ① Yes, I do. ② No, I don't have any, Consul ① Who are you accompanied by? ② What is your companion related to you ? Student : ①I am accompanied by my wife. ② She is my wife. consul : With whom are you going to the States ? Student : With my wife and son, sir (ma'am) . consul : Why doesn't your wife accompany you ? student ① I will arrange to have her come to America about 6 months later. ② She has to stay here in order to take care of our children and assets.
27 Visa interview Marriage planconsul : Do you want to marry during your stay in America ? student : No, I don't want to marry in a foreign country. consul : Will you get married in the States ? Student : ① No, sir(ma'am). I have no such plan. ② No, I have no such plan. In fact, I've never even thought about marriage. consul : Do you have a fiance in America? Student : No, sir (ma'am) . consul : When do you plan to marry ? student : I plan to marry after I return to Korea with a Master's degree. consul : When will you marry ? Student ① I'm not going to marry until I get a job and settle down in Korea. ②I will get married after I'm economically stabilized in Korea. ③I haven't thought about it yet. What is more important to me is to return to Korea after I completed my graduate study in America.
28 Visa interview English skillConsul : Did you take the TOEFL(Test of English as a Foreign Language) ? student ① Yes, I have a TOEFL score of 550. ② Yes, I took it last month, but I haven't received my score yet. ③ No, I hope to take it in America because the TOEFL schedule is too tight here now. ④ No, but I'll solve my English problem by attending American language school on arriving in America. consul : Do you have a TOEFL score? student ① Yes, my TOEFL score is 550. ② No, sir(ma'am) . Instead, I plan to attend an intensive language course in America before I start my regular course. consul : Did you take TOEFL or another test ? ①Yes, I did. I got the scare of 570 on the TOEFL and 1200 on GRE. ②Yes, I did. I have a TOEFL score of 580 and GMAT score of 600. consul : Did you take GRE ? student : No, it is not required by the school for which I applied.
29 Visa interview English skill consul : Why didn't you take the TOEFL ?student ① I couldn't spare enough time for TOEFL because I only decided to study in the States recently. ② I think it would be better to study English in America. And I'll take TOEFL after finishing English language course there. Consul : Do you have any plan to improve your English ? student : I plan to attend an American language school to improve my poor English. consul : I believe you can't study successfully without a high score on the TOEFL. How will you improve your poor English ? student : I will overcome my language problem by taking intensive language course.
30 Visa interview English skill consul① Do you really think your English ability is good enough to carry out graduate level work ? ② Do you think your English is good enough to understand lectures in the American college ? ③ Are you prepared for the lectures in English in the States ? ④ Do you have any problems to understand the lectures spoken in English ? ⑤ Do you think you can study English without language problems ? ⑥ How good is your English ? student ① Yes, I do. But I will take intensive language course before enrolling in the graduate school ② Yes, I do. But I plan to take language course before my regular study. ③ I don't think I'm well prepared for the lectures now. So, I'll attend an American language school for one semester at my school in America ④ No, I don't. I have a TOEFL score of 600. So I think there will be no problem. ⑤ Yes, I do. And I am supposed to take language course before enrolling in the university. ⑥ I can express myself in English pretty well.
31 Visa interview Old studentsconsul : I think you are too old to study abroad. Do you have any particular reason to study in the States now ? student : Yes, It has been my strong desire to have an opportunity to undertake graduate study in my field in the U.S. since my college life. But I couldn't afford to study in U.S. at the time of my graduation from college. So, since I was employed by IBM upon completion of undergraduate study, I have saved enough money so that I can do that. consul : You told me that you have been working for 37orean Computer Company for 3 years. Why do you want to go back to school ? student : I have two reasons for that. The first reason is that I have realized a great need for improvement in the practical use of computers. You know the method used here a little outdated and I'd like to become familiar with the American approach to computers. The second and more important reason is that with a degree in the field of computer science, I would have a greater chance for a promotion. consul : You've been out of school for quite a long time. Why do you want to study in the United States ? student : Since I graduated from Tan Kuk University, I have been working for the Shilla Hotel as an assistant accounting manager. But I have felt seriously short of knowledge in this field. So I wish now to try to study in America. Uhm‥‥there is another important point. In most Korean companies, no matter how much ability you have, unless you are from Seoul National University or from a U.S. college, you don't get much responsibility.
32 The Reason for change your majorVisa interview The Reason for change your major consul : Why are you going to change your major ? student : Because, even though I have been majoring in library science, I find it is quite out of my line. Consul ① Could you tell me why you changed your major ? ② What's your motive to change your major ? ③ Do you have any particular reason to change your major ④ Please tell me the reason for your change of major from psychology to hotel management.
33 The Reason for change your majorVisa interview The Reason for change your major student ① Well, it may sound to you a little strange, but from the beginning I had to choose law against my will because my parents wanted it ② Yes, the reason is that business administration is better and more helpful for my future career opportunity and is better for my aptitude. ③ Well, you see, the field of electronic engineering is better for my future career opportunity and aptitude. ④ I have been interested in philosophy since my high school days. So, I applied for the department of philosophy at Myung Ji University, but I finally thought that my original aptitude is different from my interest. So, I wish to change my major so that it will be suitable for my original aptitude. ⑤ I have been interested in working for a hotel since my junior year. I have found that many Korean hotels need persons with educational background in the U.S. in this field. Therefore, with proper education in the area of hotel management, I would make better career for myself as well as be of service to hotels in Korea.
34 Visa interview Etc Q & A Q: Can you speak English?A1: Yes, I can speak English. A2: Yes little bit. I study English everyday for my program in the United States. I think I will speak better soon. Q: Why do you go to the United States? I Why do you participate in the program? A1: I go there to learn practical experience and experience American culture. A2: I go there to experience American culture and meet many friends from all around world. Q: What kind of program do you go to? I Which program do you participate in? A 1: My program is J-1 exchange visitor program. A2: My program is training program (work and travel program). Q: Which company do you go to? I What company do you go to? I Where do you go for your program? A1: I go to Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Florida. A2: I go to *** In #####.
35 Visa interview Etc Q & A Q: How did you know the company? I Where did you find the company? A1: I found the company from internet. A2: My friend introduced me the company. Q: Who will support you financially? I Who will be your sponsor for the program? A1: My parents will support me financially. A2: My parents are my sponsor. Q: What is your parent's job? I What do your parents do? A1: My father's job is #####. (My father is a taxi driver.) A2: My father owns *****. (My father owns a tire company.) Q: What is your major? I What do you Study ? A1: My major is #####. Q: What grade are you in? I How many years did you study? A1: I am a #####.
36 Visa interview Etc Q & A Q: How long did you work for your company? A1: I worked there for #####. Q: How much did you pay for the program? I How much did you spend for the program? A1: I spent(paid) about #####. Q: How much do you get paid? I How much do you make from the program? A1: I get (paid) about ##### per hour (per month). A2: I don't get paid Q: What are you going to do after you finish your internship program (work and travel program)? A1: I will com e back to Korea and finish my school. A2: I will come back to Korea and look for my job with my experience in the United States. Q: What did you do before you apply the program? A1: I am a student. A2: I work at #####.