Shadowing Practice: US Visa Interview – English Conversation at the Embassy | HeyWord - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Good morning.
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How are you today?
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Good morning.
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I'm a bit nervous, but I'm doing well.
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Thank you.
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That's completely understandable.
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Let's begin.
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May I please have your passport and visa application?
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Yes, of course.
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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I see you're applying for a tourist visa.
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Is that correct?
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Yes.
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I'd like to visit the United States for tourism and to see some friends.
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Great.
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Have you ever traveled to the U.S before?
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No, this would be my first time.
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I see.
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How long are you planning to stay in the United States?
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Around three weeks.
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I'm planning to visit New York, Los Angeles, and maybe Washington, D.C.
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That sounds like a wonderful trip.
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Do you have any family or friends living in the U.S.?
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Yes, I have a close friend who lives in New York.
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She invited me to stay with her for a few days.
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Can you provide me with her name and address?
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Sure.
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Here's her contact information.
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Thank you.
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What do you do for work here?
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I work as a graphic designer at a marketing agency.
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I've been there for almost four years now.
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That's interesting.
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Do you have any documents from your employer, like a letter confirming your employment?
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Yes.
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I have a letter of employment and a letter stating that I will return to my job after my vacation.
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Excellent.
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Do you also have bank statements or financial documents to show that you can support yourself during your trip?
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Yes.
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Here are my bank statements for the past three months.
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Thank you.
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Let me take a look.
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Okay.
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Do you own any property or have any other obligations that will ensure you return to your home country?
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Yes.
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I own a small apartment here, and I'm also helping my parents with some family responsibilities responsibilities.
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That's good to know.
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Do you have travel insurance for your trip?
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Yes, I purchased a travel insurance policy that covers my entire stay.
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That's a wise decision.
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Now, tell me a little bit more about your plans in the U.S.
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Sure.
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I plan to sightsee in New York for the first week, then go to Los Angeles for a few days.
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After that, I'd like to visit Washington, D.C to see some of the museums and monuments.
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I also want to experience some cultural events while I'm there.
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Sounds like you've done your homework.
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Where will you be staying during your trip?
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I'll be staying with my friend for part of the trip, and then I've booked hotels for the other nights.
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Good planning.
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Do you have any relatives in the U.S besides your friend?
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No, I don't have any relatives in the U.S.
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Okay.
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Have you traveled to any other countries before?
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Yes.
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I've visited France, Italy, and Spain in the past few years.
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That's great.
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International travel history can be very helpful.
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Have you ever overstayed a visa in any country?
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No, I always return before the visa expires.
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Perfect.
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Lastly, do you plan to work, study, or do anything else besides tourism during your visit?
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No, I'm just planning to enjoy my vacation and spend time with my friend.
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Very good.
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I just have to ask a few standard security questions now.
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Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?
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No, never.
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Have you ever violated any immigration laws in the U.S or any other country?
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No, I always follow the rules when I travel.
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That's good to hear.
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Based on what you've shared and your documents, your application looks very strong.
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I will approve your visa today.
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Oh, wow.
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Thank you so much.
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I really appreciate it.
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You're welcome.
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Your passport with the visa will be ready for pickup in about a week.
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If you have any other questions or concerns, don't hesitate to ask.
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Thank you.
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I'll keep an eye on the tracking information for the passport.
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Perfect.
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Have a wonderful trip and enjoy your time in the U.S.
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Thank you again.
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Have a great day.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “US Visa Interview – English Conversation at the Embassy”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: visa, trip, planning, travel, visit. This video has 94 sentences and 676 words to shadow. The speech runs for 3:43. The speaker talks fast, about 182 words per minute, so expect linked and reduced sounds. 82% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English; the rest is worth studying before you start. 19 of its 94 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| visa noun | /ˈviːzə/ | A permit to enter and leave a country, normally issued by the authorities of the country to be visited. |
| litter noun | /ˈlɪt.ɚ/ | Straw, grass, and similar loose material used as bedding for people or animals. |
| passport noun | /ˈpæspɔɹt/ | An official document normally used for international journeys, which proves the identity and nationality of the person for whom it was issued. |
| tourism noun | /ˈtʊɹɪzəm/ | The act of travelling or sightseeing, particularly away from one's home. |
| overstay verb | To remain present after the agreed or appropriate departure time. | |
| sightsee verb | To go sightseeing; to visit places of interest in a city, town or geographical area. | |
| expire verb | /ɪkˈspaɪə(ɹ)/ | To die. |
| convict verb | /ˈkɑnvɪkt/ | To find guilty, as a result of legal proceedings, or (informal) in a moral sense. |
| lastly adverb | /ˈlæstli/ | Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions. |
| understandable adjective | Capable of being understood; comprehensible. | |
| violate verb | /ˈvaɪəˌleɪt/ | To break or disregard (a rule or convention). |
| hesitate verb | /ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/ | To stop or pause respecting decision or action; to be in suspense or uncertainty as to a determination. |
| monument noun | /ˈmɑnjʊmənt/ | A structure built for commemorative or symbolic reasons, or as a memorial; a commemoration. |
| obligation noun | /ˌɑ.blɪˈɡeɪ.ʃn̩/ | The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie to someone. |
| approve verb | /əˈpɹuːv/ | To officially sanction; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- May I please have your passport and visa application?
- Can you provide me with her name and address?
- What do you do for work here?
- Do you have travel insurance for your trip?
- Where will you be staying during your trip?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | Have you ever traveled · I've been · you've done |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will return · will ensure · will you be |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | I'm doing · you're applying · are you planning |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 19 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'm, I've, don't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Start at 0.75× speed, shadow it sentence by sentence, then go back to normal speed once it feels easy.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like visa, litter, passport.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.