55 Marriage Interview Questions to Prepare for Your Green Card Interview

Marriage Interview Questions

If you’re applying for a marriage green card, you may be required to attend a marriage interview, either through adjustment of status in the U.S. or consular processing abroad. The purpose of this interview is so that the immigration official can better determine whether your marriage is legitimate or not. The marriage interview is a highly important step to getting your green card.
 
To help you prepare for the marriage interview, I’ve put together a list of 55 sample marriage interview questions. This list is based on questions asked in previous marriage interviews. Remember, this is not a complete list. You may be asked questions that are not on this list. Additionally, the questions on this list may or may not come up in your interview.
 
To help you prepare for the marriage interview, I’ve put together a list of 55 sample marriage interview questions. This list is based on questions asked in previous marriage interviews. Remember, this is not a complete list. You may be asked questions that are not on this list. Additionally, the questions on this list may or may not come up in your interview.
 
To best prepare yourself for the marriage interview, you should use these questions as a general guide. Once you have an understanding of the types of questions that may be asked, you can better prepare for a successful interview.
 
If you have any questions or if you would like me to handle your case, email me directly at contact@ashoorilaw.com. I’m very responsive via email and I’d be happy to discuss with you.
 
Now let’s get started.
 

What Kind of Questions Does Immigration Ask Couples?

 
During a marriage green card interview, immigration officers ask questions about your spouse’s background, your relationship history, your shared household, and personal details to verify the authenticity of your marriage. These may include questions like your spouse’s full name, how you met, details about your home, or your spouse’s daily routines.
 

What Are Example Immigration Interview Questions?

 
Example marriage green card interview questions include: When did you and your spouse meet? What is the color of your refrigerator? What time does your spouse wake up in the morning? Do you share a bank account? These questions test the legitimacy of your marriage, and the full list of 55 sample questions below will help you prepare.
 
The questions that an immigration official will ask you during the marriage interview fall into 4 main categories:
 
i. Spouse’s Background and Basic Information About Spouse
ii. Information Regarding Your Relationship with Your Spouse
iii. Information Regarding Your Marital Household
iv. Spouse’s Personal Information
 

i. Spouse’s Background and Basic Information About Spouse

  • What is your spouse’s full name?
  • Where was your spouse born?
  • At which port of entry did your spouse enter the U.S.?
  • Does your spouse have children from before your marriage?
  • Has your spouse ever been married before?
  • How many siblings does your spouse have? What are their names?
  • What are your mother-in-law and father-in-law’s names?
  • When is the last time you saw your spouse’s parents?

 

ii. Information Regarding Your Relationship with Your Spouse

  • When did you and your spouse get married?
  • Where did you and your spouse get married?
  • Are you and your spouse planning on having children?
  • How many people were at your wedding?
  • How did you get to the wedding?
  • How did you and your spouse meet?
  • Where did you and your spouse meet?
  • When did you and your spouse meet?
  • Did you and your spouse live together before you got married?
  • Do you and your spouse currently live together?
  • What is the address that you and your spouse live at? How long have you lived at this address?
  • Did you have a honeymoon? Where was it?
  • Where did your spouse propose to you?
  • How did your spouse propose to you?
  • Which one of you pays for the bills?
  • Do you and your spouse have a shared bank account?
  • Do you and your spouse attend religious services together, and if so, where and how often?
  • Do either you or your spouse cook? How often?
  • How did you and your spouse celebrate your last birthday?
  • What did you get your spouse for his/her last birthday?
  • What television shows do you and your spouse watch?
  • Did you and your spouse have dinner together last night? What did you have?
  • What common interests or values brought you and your spouse together?

 

iii. Information Regarding Your Marital Household

  • Do you live in a house or an apartment?
  • What is the color of your apartment building/house?
  • Does your apartment building have an elevator?
  • How much is your rent/mortgage payment every month?
  • What type of flooring is in your bedroom? (carpet, wood, etc.)
  • What is the color of your refrigerator? (Tip: You should know the colors of the appliances and the furniture in your home)
  • How many bathrooms are in your apartment/house? How many showers?
  • How many televisions are in your home?
  • What are the colors of the walls in your home?
  • Do you have a television in your bedroom?

 

iv. Spouse’s Personal Information

  • Does your spouse have any tattoos?
  • Does your spouse have any scars?
  • Does your spouse smoke?
  • What color are your spouse’s eyes?
  • What is your spouse’s cell-phone number?
  • Where does your spouse work?
  • What time does your spouse usually come home from work?
  • What time did your spouse come home last night?
  • What time does your spouse usually wake up in the morning? Who wakes up first?
  • What does your spouse usually eat for breakfast?
  • Does your spouse drink coffee in the morning?
  • Do you have any nicknames for your spouse? What are they?
  • What cologne or perfume does your spouse wear?
  • How much does your spouse earn each year?

 

v. Supporting Your Marriage Green Card Application

What Is the Best Evidence to Prove a Bona Fide Marriage?

 
The strongest evidence for proving a bona fide marriage includes joint tax returns, joint leases or mortgage statements, shared bank accounts, health or auto insurance listing both spouses, utility bills in both names, photos with friends and family, communications like emails, and sworn affidavits from people who know the couple. Always bring original documents, such as your marriage certificate or joint lease, along with copies to the interview.
 

What Are Red Flags in Marriage Green Card Interviews?

 
USCIS officers look for signs that a marriage may not be genuine. Common red flags include living apart without clear justification, inconsistent answers between spouses, minimal shared financial accounts, lack of joint documentation, or a sudden marriage after immigration issues. Other red flags include large age differences or limited shared language, which may prompt additional scrutiny. Flagged cases may lead to separate, in-depth interviews.
 

vi. Preparing for Your Marriage Green Card Interview

How Can I Pass My Marriage Green Card Interview?

 
To pass your marriage green card interview, be honest, calm, and consistent in your answers. Avoid contradictions between you and your spouse’s answers, as inconsistencies are a common reason for further scrutiny or denials. Prepare by reviewing your relationship history, daily routines, and supporting documents together. Practice mock interviews, bring strong evidence like joint bank statements or photos, and be ready to explain cultural differences if relevant. Most interviews last 20-30 minutes, but flagged cases may involve separate, longer sessions. An immigration attorney can guide your preparation.
 

vii. Frequently Asked Questions

What Questions Are Asked in a Marriage Green Card Interview?

 
Officers ask about your spouse’s background, your relationship, your household, and personal details to verify the marriage is genuine. Examples include your spouse’s full name, how you met, and details about your home.
 

What Questions Do They Ask for a Spouse Visa?

 
For a spouse visa, also known as a marriage-based green card, immigration officers ask questions to confirm the marriage’s authenticity. These include: Where did you and your spouse get married? How many people were at your wedding? What is your spouse’s phone number? Do you share a bank account? Prepare by studying the 55 sample questions listed above and ensuring consistency in your answers.
 

What Are Common Red Flags for a Marriage Green Card?

 
Red flags include living apart without explanation, inconsistent answers, lack of shared finances, minimal joint documentation, or a marriage timed suspiciously with immigration issues. These may trigger further scrutiny.
 

How Can I Successfully Pass the Marriage Interview?

 
Be honest, consistent, and well-prepared. Review your relationship details and documents with your spouse, practice answering questions, and bring evidence like joint accounts or photos. An attorney can help.
 

What Is the Best Evidence to Support a Marriage Green Card?

 
Strong evidence includes joint tax returns, leases, bank accounts, insurance, utility bills, photos, communications, and affidavits from people who know the couple, proving a shared life.
 

viii. Conclusion

 
The marriage interview is one of the most important steps in the marriage green card process. To give yourself the best chances of approval, you should be prepared for the marriage interview.  Preparation will lead to confidence and certainty in the marriage interview, which can highly improve your chances of approval. Bring both original documents and copies to the interview to support your case.
 
At this point, you’ve seen 55 sample marriage interview questions. You are now in a much better position to understand the types of questions that have been asked in the past and what may be asked during your interview. Remember, this is not a complete list. You may be asked questions that are not on this list. Additionally, you may not be asked some of the questions on this list. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information shared here is based on USCIS guidelines and practices, but immigration laws and processes are subject to change. For personalized assistance tailored to your specific case, it is best to consult with a licensed immigration attorney. USCIS processing times and requirements may vary.
 
If you have any questions about this guide, or if you would like to hire me as your immigration lawyer, feel free to email me at contact@ashoorilaw.com I’m very responsive via email and I would be happy to help you.
 

Resources:

 
How to Get a Green Card Through Marriage: Step-by-Step Guide
USCIS Interview Guidelines
Immigration Law and the Family: A Practical Guide to Family Sponsored Immigration (4th Edition)

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