If you're looking for sample interview questions for a family-based green card process, particularly for parents, you may find it challenging to locate examples. While there are many resources available for marriage-based petitions, it's rare to find interview questions for parents applying for a family-based green card through Form I-130 and Form I-485. So, what type of questions might USCIS ask parents during their green card interview? This blog provides insights into some basic inquiries and highlights potential challenges that could arise during the parent green card interview process.
First and foremost, you will want to ensure that your parents are eligible for adjustment of status in the United States. Once this is confirmed and the adjustment of status application (I-485) is filed, they may be scheduled for an interview with USCIS. The USCIS interview questions for parents are typically focus around the parent-child relationship, especially if you, as the petitioning child, are filing a family-based green card petition for them. Remember, you must be a U.S. citizen and 21 years old or older to petition for your parents.
The USCIS officer will review the adjustment of status application and ask questions during the green card interview. At this time, you will also have the opportunity to make any necessary corrections or updates.
Some family-based green card interview questions USCIS may ask your parents include:
How did your parents enter the United States?
What type of visa did they use to enter and what was their intent at that time?
Have they ever lied or omitted information on a U.S. visa application?
Have your parents ever been arrested in the U.S. or abroad?
Have they violated any visa conditions or worked in the U.S. without authorization?
Have they ever been in removal proceedings?
Has anyone filed a previous immigration petition on their behalf?
If any of the above mentioned questions have a response of "yes," you may want to reach out to an immigration attorney immediately, especially if the USCIS interview is approaching. A detailed immigration history may complicate the process, so having an experienced immigration lawyer evaluate the case before filing is essential. Issues like deportation orders, fraud, or misrepresentation can significantly impact the family-based green card process and must be handled carefully.
(This blog is written by Attorney Poonam Minhas. It has general questions that USCIS may ask parents during their adjustment of status interview. It is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Should you have any questions about your immigration matter, kindly consult with an experienced immigration attorney.)
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