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What to Wear to a USCIS Green Card Interview

USCIS has no dress code for green card interviews. What to wear, whether jeans are fine, and what matters more than your outfit.

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There is no USCIS dress code

USCIS does not publish a dress code for green card interviews. You do not need a suit or expensive clothes. The tips below are practical advice, not USCIS rules.

What works well

  • Clean, comfortable clothes you would wear to a work meeting.
  • A button-down shirt, blouse or sweater with trousers, or a simple dress.
  • Shoes you can walk and stand in, since there may be security lines and waiting.
  • A suit only if you feel comfortable in one.

Can I wear jeans?

Clean, neat jeans are usually fine. Business casual is a safe choice if you are unsure.

Do spouses need to match?

No. Matching outfits do not show that a marriage is real, and officers do not expect them.

What matters more than clothes

  • Arrive early, with time for security.
  • Bring your appointment notice, ID and every document the notice lists.
  • Know what is in your application.
  • Answer truthfully. If you do not know or do not remember, say so.

This is general information, not legal advice. Check the current USCIS instructions for your form, or ask an immigration attorney about your own case.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a dress code for a USCIS interview?

No. USCIS does not publish one. Clean, neat clothes you would wear to a work meeting are a good choice.

Should my spouse and I dress alike?

No. Matching clothes are not needed and do not prove anything about your marriage.

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Official references

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