amjustme2:
Thanks

BloodyMitch:
Hi everyone, please what do I do in this case.
While entering details for my visa payment . I mistakenly entered the expired passport number instead of the current one that has the expired USA visa in it. I have tried calling the embassy but it’s usually cuts before the answering machine says two words. Please does anyone know the right number to call for the Lagos Consulate. I have also sent them an email yesterday awaiting their response. I’m worried as this is the Dropbox option where you don’t have the chance to explain yourself except in a letter. Thanks

Dampops:
Was this at the stage of booking IW submission appointment? if so, then just click on 'update profile' and try to correct the error. If it was in the DS160 form, simply access the old form you submitted and correct the error....although the system will generate a new DS160 number for you after this amendment...print the new page...and input this new number on the interview booking website using the 'update profile' option. I hope this helps

Cessnk:
Hi please I need help I have a mrv fee for April 26th 2021 I got a date for b1b2 for April 23th 2023 .pls I need a closer date .Is there a group for checking date ?

Dampops:
I think by the time they attend to applicants within the next week or two, the gates will be thrown open again

seir405:
Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to confirm if the IW is for those that already have an appointment February 1 and October 2022.

Several people have stated on the forum that this is only for those individuals who have a scheduled appointment between February 1 and October 2022 that can apply for the IW.

can someone please confirm if this is true?

seir405:
Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to confirm if the IW is for those that already have an appointment February 1 and October 2022.

Several people have stated on the forum that this is only for those individuals who have a scheduled appointment between February 1 and October 2022 that can apply for the IW.

can someone please confirm if this is true?

Trotter:
Likewise. I guess it’s for those with upcoming appointments.

Dampops:
I just got this email from the consulate:

Good day,

We are now entering the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic which continues to disrupt international travel. This is why we are piloting a new No-Interview Visa Renewal procedure for qualified visa applicants. Before coming to the Consulate, please double-check the following:


Before you come for your No-Interview Visa Renewal appointment, please double-check the expiration date of your visa(s). To qualify for this procedure, your visa must have expired in the past 24 months (from the date of appointment) or will expire in the next three months. Every member of your family must meet the criteria individually, including having a visa that meets the expiration requirements. If not, you will not be allowed to submit your application.



Because of the many appointment scheduling disruptions caused by the COVID pandemic many of you will have completed your DS-160 over six months ago. For this reason, we ask that you complete a new DS-160 if your current DS-160 is more than six months old. The updated and more accurate information about your personal situation and upcoming travel plans will assist us in avoiding delays in the processing of your visa application. If your DS-160 was completed more than six months ago, please complete a new DS-160 and ensure the new DS-160 number is added to your application profile. We will not be able to process your visa application if you do not submit an updated DS-160 before you submit your passport for the No-Interview Visa Renewal procedure.


Children must meet the eligibility criteria individually and their parents must be applying via the No-Interview Visa Renewal procedure at the same time. Alternatively, parents can submit a copy of their valid visa(s) with their child’s application. We cannot accept a minor’s application unless their parents are also applying or they submit photocopies of their parents’ valid visas.



Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,

Help Desk

EuniqueBabe:
Hello All,

Please who understands what this means: If your DS-160 was completed more than six months ago, please complete a new DS-160 and ensure the new DS-160 number is added to your application profile.

Teminio:
Good day all

Please I need help on the US visiting visa.

Can a visa that expired in 2019 apply for interview waiver?
If not, what are the chances of getting renew visa before May given "no interview date" status?
How is it possible to get interview date if not qualify for drop box?

Thank you

Dampops:
Yeah...i'm in that bracket though. I think they want applicants to fill new DS160 forms...if previous one is over 6 months old...

Bobority:
I’m still having the same issues after they unfroze my account too. How are y’all doing it Abeg. It’s still saying no date available and after about 3 attempts it’s says I am approaching the max amount.

puffmama:
??

Good morning , how far? Have you been able to get a date . I have been checking twice daily about 12 hours apart and I keep seeing no available appointments.

Teminio:
Good day all

Please I need help on the US visiting visa.

Can a visa that expired in 2019 apply for interview waiver?
If not, what are the chances of getting renew visa before May given "no interview date" status?
How is it possible to get interview date if not qualify for drop box?

Thank you

Dampops:
I just got this email from the consulate:

Good day,

We are now entering the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic which continues to disrupt international travel. This is why we are piloting a new No-Interview Visa Renewal procedure for qualified visa applicants. Before coming to the Consulate, please double-check the following:


Before you come for your No-Interview Visa Renewal appointment, please double-check the expiration date of your visa(s). To qualify for this procedure, your visa must have expired in the past 24 months (from the date of appointment) or will expire in the next three months. Every member of your family must meet the criteria individually, including having a visa that meets the expiration requirements. If not, you will not be allowed to submit your application.



Because of the many appointment scheduling disruptions caused by the COVID pandemic many of you will have completed your DS-160 over six months ago. For this reason, we ask that you complete a new DS-160 if your current DS-160 is more than six months old. The updated and more accurate information about your personal situation and upcoming travel plans will assist us in avoiding delays in the processing of your visa application. If your DS-160 was completed more than six months ago, please complete a new DS-160 and ensure the new DS-160 number is added to your application profile. We will not be able to process your visa application if you do not submit an updated DS-160 before you submit your passport for the No-Interview Visa Renewal procedure.


My Family interview is April I didn't get anything like this,the form was filled last year September,Do I need to fill another one?

AmeliaT:
The guidance is for 24 months; this is very straight forward. Even if your visa expired in December 2019, 24 months would have been December 2021 so you definitely do not qualify. At this point in time, the earliest expiry that qualifies would be February 2020. Just keep checking as people who booked for physical interviews may be cancelling their appointments for IW appointments. All the best!

Lots of people who don't meet the criteria have still gone ahead to book IW slots and were turned back at the venue. Waste of time for them and waste of slots when other people who actually qualified could have used them. Very very unfair!!!!

Dampops:
Check your DS160 confirmation page and see the date the form was filled. If it’s earlier than August 2021, then fill a new one so as to update your travel plans. A new DS160 number will be generated, this should be inputted in your Interview date appointment portal via the “update profile” option…

I hope this helps

Kween2014:
Please try to schedule your IW now. Some dates and times just opened up.

Stella91:


Thanks for the reply. Do you know of anyone with success on this?

Godson123:
Please does this applies to the new application? Because my interview date is march 2022 and date the form was filled is July 2021 as a new tourist . .

tunyuz:
Ye

s, someone has used it and it was successfull.

Godson123:
Please does this applies to the new application? Because my interview date is march 2022 and date the form was filled is July 2021 as a new tourist . .