How to Prepare for Your Visa Appointment and Interview

Appointments

After you submit your application, you usually need to give your fingerprints and photo at a visa application centre. Some applicants are also invited to a short interview. Here is how to be ready.

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Appointments 5 October 2026 5 min read

The appointment

What happens on the day.

1
Arrive early
Bring your appointment confirmation and passport. Late arrivals may need to rebook.
2
Security check
Bags are checked and some items may not be allowed inside.
3
Biometrics
Your fingerprints and photograph are taken. It usually only takes a few minutes.
4
Documents
Depending on your centre, documents are scanned or you confirm they were uploaded.

Checklist

What to bring.

Your passport and any previous passports
Your appointment confirmation
Your application checklist or cover sheet
Original supporting documents if you have not uploaded them
A pen and a copy of your application for reference

Interviews

Credibility interviews.

Some applicants, especially students, are asked to a short interview to confirm they are genuine. It is usually by video and lasts around 10 to 20 minutes.

Answer honestly and in your own words. You do not need perfect English, but you should understand your own plans clearly.

Practice