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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:41 – Mistake 1: Not having a Natural Conversation
01:27 – Mistake 2: Scripted Answers
02:48 – Mistake 3: Being Underprepared
03:40 – Mistake 4: Oversharing
04:49 – Mistake 5: Missing Documents
05:39 – Mistake 6: Getting Flustered
06:10 – Mistake 7: Not Asking for Clarification
06:55 – Mistake 8: Poor Body Language
07:27 – Mistake 9: Not Asking for Clarification
Every year thousands of students get their visas rejected and shatter their dreams of studying in the USA. The worst part is these mistakes could've easily been avoided. We will discuss nine common mistakes students make and how to avoid them so you can get your student visa.
Hey greencardEZ viewers,
If you're watching this video, you've probably been accepted into a university in the US. Congratulations!!!
Today we're discussing nine common mistakes students make in their visa interview and what you can do to avoid them. Let's go over them, so you don't make them in your visa interview.
1. Not having a Natural conversation
The Visa Officers place the most emphasis on having a natural conversation. Many students approach the interview like a job interview or an interrogation. It is not, and there is no need to be nervous. The Visa Officers want to know you and your goals, so focus on the conversation and keep things simple. Consider it as having a conversation with one of your elder relatives. You want to sound respectful but not super formal.
A warm smile and a simple greeting such as "Hello, how are you?" can get you a great start. From there on out, keep things conversational.
2. Scripted answers
This is the biggest mistake that students make. You absolutely do not want to memorize your answers word for word. If you do, you will sound robotic.
Visa Officers can quickly tell when applicants repeat scripted answers. It takes you away from the natural conversation we discussed earlier and often leads to rejection.
Since the questions are about you, your answers should be your own and personalized based on your choices and goals. The Visa officers want to know you, so leave the scripted answers behind.
Suppose the Visa offer asks you, "Why did you pick this university?"
A scripted answer could sound like, "Because this is a well-ranked college. It will help me progress in my career and get a better job."
This is a generic answer. It does not communicate why you want to study at the university specifically. What was it about the program that appealed to you?
Your personal reasoning is critical to success, and you should address them in your response. Including areas of interest and communication with professors is another excellent way to demonstrate your commitment and authenticity in your interest in studying in the US.
3. Being Underprepared
This one is tricky. You don't want to be under-prepared or over-prepared. You should know what to expect in the interview. It includes commonly asked questions and common mistakes to avoid. We cover these topics thoroughly in our student visa interview series, so check it out. We've left a link to the playlist in the description below.
Think about this as taking a test or taking part in a competition. You practice and learn the rules before the actual test and the competition. Similarly, understand the topics so you can prepare well and succeed.
We offer different services to help you prepare better, including mock visa interviews. You can find more information at greencardez.com/services.
4. Oversharing
We understand most students are a bit nervous. One typical result of it is speaking longer than necessary. This can work against you, so make sure you're aware of it and don't fall into this trap.
We understand that it may be rude to give a short answer in some cultures. Keep in mind that this interview is for the visa officer to get specific information. They don't have a lot of time to spend on each applicant. Concise and to the point is the way to go.
For example, if the Visa Officer asks you, "Do you have any family members who live in the US?" A nervous applicant may respond, "Yes, I have a brother who has been in the US for 5 years and works for such company XYZ and lives in the New York".
An ideal answer would be, "Yes, I have a brother who lives in the US."
If the visa officer needs more information, they will ask you specifically.
