Visitor Visa - B2

My parents went to Chennai Consulate for tourist visa interview. My father was not a government employee, no pension and I am the only son. I had arranged the interview in Tamil, though my father was comfortable in English. The interview was successful and I asked my father to compile his experience and tips.

So here it is below :

FEW TIPS FOR B1/B2 US VISA INTERVIEW:
1. Do not go very early. It is sufficient if you are 30 mins before the appointment.
2.Choos your mother tongue for interview.
3.It is advisable to carry Election ID Card, so that you can collect stamped passport same day or next day. We had problem as our town was not covered by Blue Dart.
4.Please keep a photocopy of your passport.
5.Be cool and attentive;Be fresh and Bold
6.The answers you give should tally with information it was entered in the application form.You go through the application form thoroughly before the interview.
8.Do not have heavy food before the interview. Have a good sleep the previous night.
9.Their talk is business like, so answer to the point.
10.Ensure that your spouse understands all the documents, application forms so that they can also comfortably take the interview.
11.Greet and Wish when you first meet and also after the interview.This carries the goodwill.

Questions Asked:
To Dad:
1. Where do you intend to go?
2. Why do you want to visit?
3. How will you manage for expenses at US?
4. What is the purpose of your visit?
5. Are you working?
6. Are you a pensioner?
7. If not, how do you manage here?
8. Assets at India, if any?
9. How big is your family?
10. How long you intend to stay over there?
11. In which town your son is at US?

To Mom:
1. What do you do ?

Thanks Immihelp and all users for posting their experiences. Wish all of you good luck !!

Regards,
Arun