uchee:
Thank you Moderator !

Please, after updating ds160 application number on CGI profile, how do I print out a new Appointment Confirmation Sheet having already scheduled an appointment before the update.

Thank you

Debbieeeeeee:
Welcome to part 5 of this thread. Old things must pass away, and new things take effect!n (Although the info in Parts 1, 2 3 and 4 remain priceless and Must/Ought to be read by any serious applicant.Part 2 was wonderful. Lots of lovely people offering great advice. Each in their own unique style. You guys rock!!! You know yourselves.

For enquiries relating to likely interview questions and self evaluation, kindly go through both parts 1 and 2 of this thread so you have a fair knowledge of answers to such questions.

Kindly note that this is a do it yourself thread. Nobody here is an agent. Nobody is a VO, hence cannot authoritatively predict your chances of visa success .

Happy reading and good luck to all the honest visa seekers!

Please see part 1 here for reference:
https://www.nairaland.com/608780/usa-visit-visa/322#38856287

See part 2 here for reference https://www.nairaland.com/2656320/usa-visit-visa-part-2

For part 3

https://www.nairaland.com/4116999/usa-visit-visa-part-3/507#77029195

For part 4

https://www.nairaland.com/5807124/usa-visit-visa-part-4#88683712


Due to the fact that some questions are frequently asked, repeated and retreated, the links to the questions are contained herein for easy reference
For instructions and documents required for the application


To book appointment and fill DS 160

https://ceac.state.gov/ceac/

https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

https://ceac.state.gov/CEACStatTracker/Status.aspx?App=NIV (Check visa status here)


www.portal.ustraveldocs.com

https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/en/

Note:The steps for the whole process is set out step by step. For your own good, adhere. If not, a possibility exists that the final ds 160 number will be different from the one used to book the appointment . Applicants in those situations will neither be allowed to enter the embassy nor will they be interviewed.
In the event of such an occurence, kindly call/email the embassy to sort it out .

Peraventure you wish to change a detail in an already submitted ds 160, fill a new one, submit and call/email the embassy

For US embassy contact Nos and email

Email: support-nigeria@ustraveldocs.com
Telephone: +234-0201-227-8955

https://ng.usembassy.gov/visas/important-visa-information/

https://ng.usembassy.gov/contact/

https://ng.usembassy.gov/

For video interviews with actual VOs on frequently asked Questions
https://www.nairaland.com/2656320/usa-visit-visa-part-2/180#47174473

https://plus.google.com/app/basic/s/%23AsktheVOs

For documents :

https://ng.usembassy.gov/visas/important-visa-information/


For sample transcripts of some interviews (as posted by the users of this thread) Please check this link https://www.nairaland.com/download/4692218


Finally, Lying on your ds 160 or during the interview is misrepresentation and a crime. This thread's aim is not to teach / coach applicants on how to lie. The truth is ALWAYS the best course of action no matter the situation. Please DO NOT ask about how to misrepresent on this thread.

I'm grateful to God that I am alive to create this new part. And for the several friends I have made hereon.

Thank you.
Humbly
LadyGuinivere & Justwise

Ess:


Pls can you go back to the last page of part 4 and place a link to this thread, it's the norm usually on all last pages. As some people might find it difficult reaching here.
I can see less traffic.

Debbieeeeeee:

Justwise please can you do this? The thread has been locked for further replies. Thank you.

SexyDuby:

Good Morning All
Pls I want to know if I have to fill a new DS-160 form for my dad's interview coming up in 2weeks from now.
It was initially filled in 2023 and he got the interview date for July 2024.
All info on the previous form he filled remains the same.
Does he only need to take a recent passport photograph along for his interview? Or do we have to fill another DS-160 form again? If yes, pls advise on how to do that.....thanks in advance!

Debbieeeeeee:

Please fill out a new DS-160 form for him and let him take a new passport photo so you can upload it on the form.

SexyDuby:

Good Morning All
Pls I want to know if I have to fill a new DS-160 form for my dad's interview coming up in 2weeks from now.
It was initially filled in 2023 and he got the interview date for July 2024.
All info on the previous form he filled remains the same.
Does he only need to take a recent passport photograph along for his interview? Or do we have to fill another DS-160 form again? If yes, pls advise on how to do that.....thanks in advance!

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. @Debbieeeeeeee has given you the best answer. You have to fill a new DS 1-60 in order to align with your new travel itinerary and upload a recent passport photo. After that go back to your cgi and update the DS-160 after which you must print out another VISA appointment letter after 72 hours.

2. Login back to your cgi and click on update profile look out for where your old DS-160 number was written and clears it off and type your new DS-160 confirmation number in the space then stroll downward towards right hand and click save.

3. Login to your cgi after 3 days and click on Appointment which will give you the option to print out another VISA appointment letter. The new letter will contain your new DS-160 confirmation number.

Thank you.


Best Wishes 🙏

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. @Debbieeeeeeee has given you the best answer. You have to fill a new DS 1-60 in order to align with your new travel itinerary and upload a recent passport photo. After that go back to your cgi and update the DS-160 after which you must print out another VISA appointment letter after 72 hours.

2. Login back to your cgi and click on update profile look out for where your old DS-160 number was written and clears it off and type your new DS-160 confirmation number in the space then stroll downward towards right hand and click save.

3. Login to your cgi after 3 days and click on Appointment which will give you the option to print out another VISA appointment letter. The new letter will contain your new DS-160 confirmation number.


Best Wishes 🙏

SexyDuby:
Hello Debby and Tunji

I've been trying to fill a new DS-160 form to no avail. It keeps saying "The requested URL was rejected. Pls consult with your administrator

Don't know if I'm not doing something right. Pls guide me

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. Use another browser ie mozilla, chrome or Microsoft Edge and using a computer might be easier than a mobile phone . Also try to clear catches and browsing histories because the website is naturally sensitive.

2. See attached for guidelines and how the page looks like. You have to choose a location and input the code as instructed. You also have to be quick in filling the form or better jotted down every info you want to fill because you would be timed out and have to start up again if you hesitate more than expected on a page.


Best Wishes 🙏

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. After updating, wait for 72hrs (or 3-days) and logback to your cgi. Click on "appointment " and it will give you options to ; either download appointment or e-mail appointment.

2. Any of the options you chose above will give you opportunity to print our a new visa appointment letter which will contain your new DS-160 confirmation number.


Best Wishes 🙏

uchee:



Thank you!

This was my continuation of the last recommendation given as seen below attached.
However after going through the process and logging in my own DS160 number was updated but it did not reflect appointment Coverage for the 3 of Us (that’s my kids inclusive)
I tried then to reach out to their helps desk requesting possible lining of them to my appointment Scheduled already and they informed that that will not be possible as “ they both have their Individual Profile already and cannot be linked to mine. Meanwhile their profile created on CGI am unable to Access it yet and have called their helpline for a new password which they will say they will send but have not done till now. Intend to still call them though.
As of now I don’t know what their own application status is especially considering I have filled another Ds160 for them both.
Just thought I should provide this update .

rowlandwhy:
please have anyone gotten US visa from any other African country apart from Nigeria? I just need to know as someone is suggesting to try Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Swaziland or Gambia.

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. Even if you travel to London your VISA decision is still going to be the same and mind you your visa application will naturally be filed as " Consular or VISA Shopping" for leaving your country of origin to a 3rd country.

2. The meaning of the term above is that you are running away from your responsibility and thinking that going to a 3rd country will give you the opportunity or advantages of the VISA.

3. Only F-1 VISA applicants are excempted from " Consular Shopping" and despite that some Consulars usually use it as the final excuse to deny such VISA. Naturally without any sweet talking, the USA embassies Worldwide prefers all VISA applicants to apply in their countries of origin if you are not hiding anything.

4. But Nevertheless, if you are working or living in such 3rd country or married to a citizen of such country then your application can be treated as normal without any hiding game.


Best Wishes 🙏

slyodon:
Good day Gurus in the house.

Is it advisable to fill in the DS-160 that you haven't been denied a US visa before due to the fact that you have a new passport and you now reside in another country as a resident of that country?

In your former application, you filled in that you have dependants you want to go and visit while in your new application you claim you don't have relatives in the US for eligibility purpose.

What is your opinion please. The experienced ones here.

Debbieeeeeee:

Your fingerprints remain same regardless of the new passport

rowlandwhy:


thanks, but the idea is not actually to run away from responsibility, its just the appointment dates are not available in Nigeria till next year ending and I have a programme to attend in the US in March 2024.

Debbieeeeeee:

Your fingerprints remain same regardless of the new passport

slyodon:
Good day Gurus in the house.

Is it advisable to fill in the DS-160 that you haven't been denied a US visa before due to the fact that you have a new passport and you now reside in another country as a resident of that country?

In your former application, you filled in that you have dependants you want to go and visit while in your new application you claim you don't have relatives in the US for eligibility purpose.

What is your opinion please. The experienced ones here.

slyodon:


What is the penalty for this during the interview if I'm to fill another DS-160 and correct the information?

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. My friend. USA national archive was established in 1934. The country is number 1 in keeping records. Their record keepings paved way for them in 1986 when DNA was first introduced as evidence in the United States Criminal Court System.

2. They have your records. You must indicate yes you have been denied USA VISA before and if at all you want to create another profile impression then you have to do it in a legal and official ways.

3. In your last paragraph, you can tell the consular verbally that a 3rd party agent or a family member assisted you in filling the previous DS-160 but consulars will still count it as a lie because there is no ignorance in crime except if you are an infant or minor between age 0 to 6.

Thanks I appreciate your response.


Best Wishes 🙏