What Happens If You Fail A Green Card Interview?

Feb 20

Written By Law Offices of Dizengoff & Yost Immigration Lawyers Philadelphia

Green Card Interview What Happens If You Fail?

Several things may happen if you cannot successfully answer the officer’s questions at your Green Card Interview. The government may issue a Request for Evidence (RFE) to submit additional evidence. This will provide you with an additional opportunity to address the outstanding questions that remain in your case. Otherwise, the government may issue a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID),
advising you that the government intends to deny your application for a green card.

The government will provide you with a specific time to respond to their NOID. This will give you an opportunity to respond to their concerns before they ultimately decide your case. If the government denies your case, they will notify you of their denial and any appeal rights you may have.

Can You Get Deported at a Green Card Interview?

If your Green Card Application Is Denied,
you may be able to hire whatever immigration status you may have aside from your Green Card application. The condition is that you do not have any immigration status. You may be placed in removal proceedings, leading to being ordered removed and deported.

If You Do Not Pass The Green Card Interview, What Happens Next?

The qualified Immigration Lawyers at the Law Offices of Dizengoff & Yost can address your concerns. Our immigration law firm will provide you with quality legal representation in connection with your Green Card Application and your Green Card Interview. Contact our Immigration Lawyers for a free consultation at 267-223-5862 with any questions you may have.

What Happens If I Don't Show Up For My Green Card Interview?

If you appear for your green card interview, your application for a green card may get dismissed for lack of prosecution and denied. There is also the possibility that your case could get rescheduled, but this is not likely. If your application is dismissed and denied, you may be able to file a Motion to Reopen, explaining the reason for your failure to appear at the interview.

You may also refile your case, but you must pay the filing fees again. Therefore, it is best to show up for your green card interview to avoid the adverse consequences of failing to appear.