Fact or fiction Ds-157

[Jl_n_JL 0]

There seems to be so much conflicting opinions on this. Can any recent interviewees comment on this.

Does the ds-157 have to be printed on or can it also contain handwritten information. Thank you.

*note I understand the ds-156 does have to be completed online. *

[Y&E 12]

I don't know if there's a hard and fast rule. It does say you can do either. I completed mine by hand because it wouldn't let me type the full information into the address boxes so it was completely useless to try and do it electronically.

Saying that, I haven't got my P3 letter to send everything in, so I may get it back with an RFE? But, I filled it in neatly and they should be able to read it so I can't foresee that it will be a problem.

[LOSTGURL--SOPHIA 2]

in the Philippines, they required online or type written they dont accept handwritten at all.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

All basic documentary requirements must be ready BEFORE an appointment can be made. Additional documents may be required, so please read the information below carefully.

All documents must be original. Photocopies will not be accepted, unless specified. The Nonimmigrant Visa Unit does not accept documents BEFORE the interview except for Treaty Trader (E1) and Treaty Investor (E2) visa applications. Any documents received will not be returned and will be destroyed (except the passport).

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwhniv1.html#Step3

1. APPLICATION FORMS – Both completed application forms (DS-156 & DS-157) are needed for each person, regardless of age. All questions must be filled out with a high level of accuracy. Errors and incomplete information may result in a visa processing delay.

a.) DS-156 Form – Please fill out the form online, and then print it out using an inkjet or laser printer. The printout will be three pages in length and will include a two-dimensional barcode page. Make sure that the barcode is printed clearly and completely, with no lines broken or torn.

A handwritten or typed Visa Application DS-156 Form cannot be accepted

b.) DS-157 Form – Applicants should also complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Supplemental Application DS-157 Form online, print, and bring to the interview.

[Jl_n_JL 0]

in the Philippines, they required online or type written they dont accept handwritten at all.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

All basic documentary requirements must be ready BEFORE an appointment can be made. Additional documents may be required, so please read the information below carefully.

All documents must be original. Photocopies will not be accepted, unless specified. The Nonimmigrant Visa Unit does not accept documents BEFORE the interview except for Treaty Trader (E1) and Treaty Investor (E2) visa applications. Any documents received will not be returned and will be destroyed (except the passport).

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwhniv1.html#Step3

1. APPLICATION FORMS – Both completed application forms (DS-156 & DS-157) are needed for each person, regardless of age. All questions must be filled out with a high level of accuracy. Errors and incomplete information may result in a visa processing delay.

a.) DS-156 Form – Please fill out the form online, and then print it out using an inkjet or laser printer. The printout will be three pages in length and will include a two-dimensional barcode page. Make sure that the barcode is printed clearly and completely, with no lines broken or torn.

A handwritten or typed Visa Application DS-156 Form cannot be accepted

b.) DS-157 Form – Applicants should also complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Supplemental Application DS-157 Form online, print, and bring to the interview.

Thank you. This seems so odd. Why would they request the ds157 printed online, then have the BDO give you a blank copy? Weird.