kdf3449:
Thanks for your advice. I have heard several stories that most countries wants you to apply from your home country and USA and Canada is the top on the list. I tried applying for Russia sometime ago and i was told to apply from home country.

That means you have to print out your statement of account from UAE and bring it down to Nigeria... your letter of employment and necessary document. Good luck

Okay thanks alot.

seyewest:
That means you have to print out your statement of account from UAE and bring it down to Nigeria... your letter of employment and necessary document. Good luck

seyewest:

Applying from Nigeria is okay but you work in UAE which means most of your tie is there except your wife. I think it makes sense for both of you to apply in UAE if you're working on her residence in UAE or wait till she get her residence and apply together in UAE because 3 of your ties is in that country. That's my opinion

Seconded.
Wait until madam has status and no longer just ' a visitor' in UAE
Applying in Nigeria shaaaaaaa may lead to orisirishi questions and maybe admin processing. The vos in uae already know about employment status in their country and the usual practices. So I'm rooting for wait a lil bit for madam to be settled then apply in uae

OmoBendel24:
@TzeTzeFly, greetings. That which seyewest is yet hoarding, any lessons for us from your end?

It depends on the mistake made:

1. For men over 16 years old, if you made a mistake answering the question about GENDER OR PURPOSE OF TRAVEL, you need to fill out a new DS 160 form and print the new confirmation page.

2. For all applicants: if you made a mistake answering the question about biographical data such as: Passport Number, Names, Addresses, or Phone Numbers, you can correct the information yourself in the form.

If you cannot make the correction in the form, on the day of the interview you should inform the person receiving your documents about the mistake.

3. For all applicants: if you made a mistake answering the questions about your Family, Education, Travel, or any Security-related question, you must complete a new DS-160 form and print a new confirmation page.

ALSO

According to the information contained in the U.S. Dept of State bulletin:

Once an Applicant has submitted the DS 160 online application, the application cannot be accessed to make changes.

In order to make the required changes, a new DS 160 must be filled out and submitted so that a new bar code will be generated, which must be taken to the interview at the U.S. Consulate/Embassy as the case may be.

If the Applicant realizes that there are errors in the submitted information after being scheduled for an interview appointment, the Applicant should cancel the interview, fill out a new DS 160 and schedule a new interview appointment with a new confirmation sheet and barcode.

However, in case of a minor spelling error, the Applicant may attend the scheduled interview and inform the Consular Officer of the error without completing a new form.

Applicants should know that incorrect information on the DS 160 will impact the information printed on the visa and may result in the U.S. Consulate/Embassy requesting a new DS 160 before completing the visa interview.

While it is not possible to change information on a DS-160 after it has been submitted, there are two easy options for creating a new DS-160.

FIRST:
If it is within 30 days from when the original application was submitted, the first option is to log into the CEAC system and select “Retrieve an Application” using the application ID number. Next, you will be asked whether you want to go to the confirmation page or create a new application. Select create a new application, and the entire application will appear, except for travel plans to the U.S. Then, you will need to edit and update the information and submit again.

SECONDLY:
If you saved the DAT file from the original application, you can access and amend the information at any time from an already submitted application. Once the changes have been made, save and submit the new application.

For either option, if the original DS-160 was used to book the visa appointment or pay the MRV fee, the applicant MUST present at the interview the confirmation pages from the new AND original DS-160, as each submission creates a different barcode.

@seyewest

Information is useful when and only When it is shared. When people have it and hoard it of what use is it?
Imagine where everybody has this attitude of, I'll share to a select few? U think the software creators don't know about the processes to edit ds 160? Without meaning to be rude, if u don't want to share it in public on a forum meant to assist then don't mention it. Let people kuku do it the way they have been doing it.
Thanks Tze for that detailed info

@Itstyme..

Thank you for response. I really appreciate it. I have checked out the website of URtec 2016, as proffered by you but the "Register Now" Tab, says "Registration will be opening in March". Please check back soon for more details. I wanted to find out how much registration cost, because it wasn't stated on there.

Do you know what I can do now or another alternative? Thanks again for your time.

Itstyme:


Google URtec 2016. It's coming up in August. You pay less than $100 if you are a SPE registered member.

schoolshoes4u:
@Itstyme..

Thank you for response. I really appreciate it. I have checked out the website of URtec 2016, as proffered by you but the "Register Now" Tab, says "Registration will be opening in March". Please check back soon for more details. I wanted to find out how much registration cost, because it wasn't stated on there.

Do you know what I can do now or another alternative? Thanks again for your time.

Registration will open later this week or next. Check the website frequently for an update. You can contact them too via email.

Hello guys, plz help me.

My interview is around the corner.

I will be going for a conference in IL, its a big show n related to wot i do here. I have registered and got a confirmation of registration from the organiser, but they dont send IV. Just confirmation of payment for the show.


And I have got a business associate in FL too, who wants me to visit him for business discussion and all as well before going to my conference. I will like to visit him first n be heading to IL from his place. He has given me his invitation addressed to the embassy starting i will be with him for 2 days before going to IL and book my hotel too.

Now here is my question.

Where re u going in the States, and your contact person: Who should i fill plz? The conference organizer in IL(i dont av their IV only confirmation of registration) or my friend Buz associate in FL(already gave me IV n hotel booking).

I want to submit the DSL 160 form shortly.
Plz help.

Thanks.

DCTrendy:
Hello guys, plz help me.

My interview is around the corner.

I will be going for a conference in IL, its a big show n related to wot i do here. I have registered and got a confirmation of registration from the organiser, but they dont send IV. Just confirmation of payment for the show.


And I have got a business associate in FL too, who wants me to visit him for business discussion and all as well before going to my conference. I will like to visit him first n be heading to IL from his place. He has given me his invitation addressed to the embassy starting i will be with him for 2 days before going to IL and book my hotel too.

Now here is my question.

Where re u going in the States, and your contact person: Who should i fill plz? The conference organizer in IL(i dont av their IV only confirmation of registration) or my friend Buz associate in FL(already gave me IV n hotel booking).

I want to submit the DSL 160 form shortly.
Plz help.

Thanks.

Bro, you need to know what your priority is, if anyone in the thread tells you what to fill then that person should be responsible when you fail, prioritize ur trip and intent and follow whats more important. based on your post whichever way you choose to apply is fine, but how far with your ties? Because that is what the VO's are trained to look at, for all they care you could be lying about your trip & intent.

For the other question u asked, you can use whatever confirmation you got, just let the VO know that it was all you got after payment.

Goodluck!

DC In addition, what kind of business are u going to conduct? Even though that wasn't ur question.
What are u going to the us to do? What would be ur answer if askked by the vo? That would guide u in knowing who ur contact person is.

Please can someone help me with the current visa fee, I've searched and haven't found anything. Infact, yesterday I found this one in the screenshot which clearly isn't right.

What answers do the VOs expect from people when they ask these questions?
Where are you going?
What are you going to do?
Why are you going there?
Especially if someone is going for a conference?
I think they expect more explanation from people than the answers we give.
Please let's help out..

Milllz:
Please can someone help me with the current visa fee, I've searched and haven't found anything. Infact, yesterday I found this one in the screenshot which clearly isn't right.

A quick check done just now shows no figure particularly as of now, but the last I saw was 31,520 Naira. i.e. $160 * 197, maybe a new exchange rate is in the offing or something as it is now.

seyewest:

The ISSUE IS THIS:
-You have a DS160 FORM you submitted and you want to correct it even though you've submitted it
Well you can change it... from the cgifederal site so you won't have 2 different ds160 when you go for interview.
Is that what we are talking about? YES OR NO?

Yes and No Seye. "Yes" because that describes scenario 2. "No" to the extent that there is an additional twist in my scenario 1, i.e. one that has submitted and wants to replace the application ID used in booking appointment with another one. Seems you have discovered the backdoor to what the technical team does to assist applicants in this regard.

grabeconnie:
What answers do the VOs expect from people when they ask these questions?

Where are you going?

What are you going to do?

Why are you going there?

Especially if someone is going for a conference?

I think they expect more explanation from people than the answers we give.

Please let's help out..

IMO, these questions are asked during interview to elicit and gauge your firm grasp of reasons for your travel. I still believe that this is the best time to make your first impression, a well crafted itinerary in your mind becomes very handy to pull out here via the agency of your mouth. I will answer these three questions simultaneously in a coherent whole format if asked one. "I'm going to so and so place for this and this.... For so and so purpose.... From so and so date to that and that date". Just an opportunity to prove you know where, when, how, what and why amongst other variables you are going to the States methinks. The other follow-up questions will come hereafter, just make do with these first questions to lay some solid foundation for starters

Milllz:
Please can someone help me with the current visa fee, I've searched and haven't found anything. Infact, yesterday I found this one in the screenshot which clearly isn't right.

it's N31550

please can someone help me out... i completed a DS160 form and was given a confirmation page, and i went ahead to book an appointment too, after like two days i had to change some important info in the form concerning who would sponsor the trip and my home address too and a new confirmation page was given to me, should i take the two confirmation pages to the embassy or what do i have to do please?? im so worried and the appointment is in two weeks time.... please serious suggestions

Onicemus:
please can someone help me out... i completed a DS160 form and was given a confirmation page, and i went ahead to book an appointment too, after like two days i had to change some important info in the form concerning who would sponsor the trip and my home address too and a new confirmation page was given to me, should i take the two confirmation pages to the embassy or what do i have to do please?? im so worried and the appointment is in two weeks time.... please serious suggestions

Maybe you should send them message through the feedback channel in the website.

seyewest:
it's N31550

Thanks. I just payed tho. N31,520 to be exact.

seyewest:

Maybe you should send them message through the feedback channel in the website.

ok but i already sent them an email concerning how i can update my new confirmation code to my profile, im i on the right track? the first sponsor was from an agent and i wasnt really cool with the initial arrangement, thats why i had to use a close relatives account.
so im i actually on the right track or is there anything to do

Beniyoha01:


Bro, you need to know what your priority is, if anyone in the thread tells you what to fill then that person should be responsible when you fail, prioritize ur trip and intent and follow whats more important. based on your post whichever way you choose to apply is fine, but how far with your ties? Because that is what the VO's are trained to look at, for all they care you could be lying about your trip & intent.

For the other question u asked, you can use whatever confirmation you got, just let the VO know that it was all you got after payment.

Goodluck!

Thanks bro. Your response threw more light and i think i know what to do now.

As for ties, its not really bad. married with 2 kids, director in a firm and also got a property. being to about 4 other countries too.

Thanks once again n God bless.

Onicemus:
please can someone help me out... i completed a DS160 form and was given a confirmation page, and i went ahead to book an appointment too, after like two days i had to change some important info in the form concerning who would sponsor the trip and my home address too and a new confirmation page was given to me, should i take the two confirmation pages to the embassy or what do i have to do please?? im so worried and the appointment is in two weeks time.... please serious suggestions

Call the embassy ASAP, since last year they discontinued the method of going to the interview with a different Ds160 confirmation on your appointment letter and they won't correct at also at the embassy on that day. Here's the number 014406218
be prepared to answer a brief set of questions like ur passport number, mrv etc...

Beniyoha01:


Call the embassy ASAP, since last year they discontinued the method of going to the interview with a different Ds160 confirmation on your appointment letter and they won't correct at also at the embassy on that day. Here's the number 014406218
be prepared to answer a brief set of questions like ur passport number, mrv etc...

thanks my friend.. i just spoke to them now and it was as easy as nothing else.i have to go scan the new DH160 confirmation code and send to them

How are u guys coping with this dollar wahala? I intend travelling with my wife and a kid and the cheapest flight is Qatar. Imagine going to Middle East before starting the journey. Prices are crazy i swear. Paying almost 1.5 million just to travel and na even Qatar first.
Please if anyone knows of any cheaper flight let me know. Arik is out of it. Thanks

Gaggi:
How are u guys coping with this dollar wahala? I intend travelling with my wife and a kid and the cheapest flight is Qatar. Imagine going to Middle East before starting the journey. Prices are crazy i swear. Paying almost 1.5 million just to travel and na even Qatar first.
Please if anyone knows of any cheaper flight let me know. Arik is out of it. Thanks

Have u checked turkish?

Gaggi:
How are u guys coping with this dollar wahala? I intend travelling with my wife and a kid and the cheapest flight is Qatar. Imagine going to Middle East before starting the journey. Prices are crazy i swear. Paying almost 1.5 million just to travel and na even Qatar first.
Please if anyone knows of any cheaper flight let me know. Arik is out of it. Thanks

Bro when are you traveling? I traveled with 2 colleagues and it was less than 850k from Abuja yours should be a little cheaper...where are you flying to?

Gaggi:
How are u guys coping with this dollar wahala? I intend travelling with my wife and a kid and the cheapest flight is Qatar. Imagine going to Middle East before starting the journey. Prices are crazy i swear. Paying almost 1.5 million just to travel and na even Qatar first.
Please if anyone knows of any cheaper flight let me know. Arik is out of it. Thanks

Bro just checked and for 3 of you it's ₦690,503 for emirates airline from Lagos.