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Dont Fail Your UK VISA Interview - Some Basic Tips

Author: Armo Andonian
by Armo Andonian
Posted: Oct 21, 2019
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When you want to obtain a Visa to live and work in the UK you must first undergo an interview as part of the application process. This is how the UK government verify the information that you have given and the documents that you have submitted alongside the information on your application form. This is the only way they can determine that you have the proper language capabilities, and communicate with you about your situation and why you want to remain in the UK.

Taking part in this interview is a big step for your future and it can be a nerve-wracking experience. You will be in a room with an immigration officer, and this person will question your motives, and your application form, and decide whether you deserve to have a visa to live and work in the UK. This is why it is very important to make sure that all of your documents are in order and you know your story off by heart. It is very also very important to follow some basic courteous rules to ensure that you will make a good impression on the person interviewing you.

Remember to be on time

You will have to organise an appointment for your interview and in order to do this, you will receive an email regarding your confirmation time. Please do not be late for this. If you do not show up you will lose your spot and could face difficulty regaining a spot in the close future. Also, if you turn up late but still do the interview, you will be rushed and you may not be in the best mental condition to do an interview of this kind. It may make you nervous and it may make you hesitant and agitated when answering some of the questions.

Get your story straight

You must be very careful on your text telling your story to the immigration officer and you must have a matching set of answers in the interview to what you gave in the application form. The immigration officer will est you and to will lookout to see how you answer these questions under pressure. However, it is also very important to relax and to make yourself as comfortable as possible during the process.

Don't lie or avoid answering the question

The immigration officer will confirm the information you gave and will assess whether you have been telling the truth. This is why it is not a good idea to lie or to avoid answering questions fully. These are both huge mistakes which can result in your visa application being compromised and rejected. The immigration officers have a way of verifying all of the information that you give so do not lie and expect to pass this interview.

Dress well

You need to impress the embassy staff when you walk in for this interview. This is why it is very important to dress smartly and do not wear any very casual clothes such as casual t-shirts, slippers or shorts. Maintain a good posture when talking. Don't wear flashy and distracting items. Think of this as a job interview. You want the job, so you will make yourself look the best that you can.

Get help with your documents and practice your story

Before you do the interview, it is very important that you seek advice from immigration solicitors London. Such individuals can prep you for the interview to make sure that you are 100% ready and confident. Also if you have questions about the process or any of the points written in this article, you can ask them and they will guide you accordingly through the process.

Remember, prepare well, get your story straight, look presentable, don’t be late and make sure you speak with professionals before the big day. If you do all of this you will be golden.

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