My field office requested an interview for my I-485. Will they question the EB-1?

It is possible that the officer will touch on points related to your EB-1, but in general, the I-485 interview is meant to confirm the information and documentation in your case, not to reopen from scratch the eligibility analysis that supported your petition.

In an adjustment of status interview, the officer typically checks whether the declared information is accurate and whether you meet the benefit requirements. In an EB-1 case, this may include questions about:

• Your career and your main accomplishments.
• The documentation you submitted as evidence of your qualifications.
• The consistency between what was declared and what appears in the documents.

The best preparation is to arrive with your documentation organized and up to date, ready to clearly explain your profile and the points that supported your petition. This conveys confidence and helps the process move smoothly. When in doubt, follow the official USCIS guidance and consider working with a specialist to prepare.

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