When to fill in DS-160 (merged)

[GOOOOOB 4]

Hello! This might be a stupid question, I think it actually is... But I just want to confirm something with people who are in the know.

 

So I'm currently waiting for my appointment/confirmation letter from the US embassy in London about arranging my interview. Should I wait for it to arrive before filling in the DS-160? Or can I get on with it while I wait?

 

Thanks! And I'm sorry if this is a stupid question!

[Cula bula 6]

If i remember i did my ds 160 before i went for my interview which was in ireland now some other country's could be different i wait till some more comments just to make sure 

[Letspaintcookies 2,310]

You can fill the DS-160 as soon as you have your case number.

From what I read many people never heard something from London and did everything just straight away. Maybe ask again in the UK subforum. There are the people that should know best how to deal with the London embassy  😊 

[GOOOOOB 4]

Hello! This might be a stupid question, I think it actually is... But I just want to confirm something with people who are in the know.

 

So I'm currently waiting for my appointment/confirmation letter from the US embassy in London about arranging my interview. Should I wait for it to arrive before filling in the DS-160? Or can I get on with it while I wait?

 

Thanks! And I'm sorry if this is a stupid question!

[Matheus 2]

Your status is Ready so you can fill the DS-160 already. 😃

[Wuozopo 4,293]

You can start now. Letter isn't necessary.

 

I would suggest this order of doing business:

1. Submit DS-160.
2. Gather documents. (for interview as well as documents for medical appointment). You don't want a looming appointment if you hit a hiccup and won't have what you need for the appointment. 
3. Book your medical date by calling the clinic. 020 7486 7822. 
4. Book the courier, pay, and pick an interview date all at the same time on https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-gb/iv. Select “I have received a letter from the consular section with instructions to register or schedule a K visa appointment”. Leave 10-14 days between medical and interview for best results.
5. Attend your medical.
6. Attend your interview.

 

Gather documents step is important. See lists:

https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/fiancee-2/required-documents/

http://www.visamedicals.co.uk/us-bring.htm

 

And do read all the information and FAQs on the embassy website instructions. https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/fiancee-2/applying-for-the-visa/

 

[GOOOOOB 4]

16 minutes ago, Wuozopo said:

You can start now. Letter isn't necessary.

 

I would suggest this order of doing business:

1. Submit DS-160.
2. Gather documents. (for interview as well as documents for medical appointment). You don't want a looming appointment if you hit a hiccup and won't have what you need for the appointment. 
3. Book your medical date by calling the clinic. 020 7486 7822. 
4. Book the courier, pay, and pick an interview date all at the same time on https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-gb/iv. Select “I have received a letter from the consular section with instructions to register or schedule a K visa appointment”. Leave 10-14 days between medical and interview for best results.
5. Attend your medical.
6. Attend your interview.

 

Gather documents step is important. See lists:

https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/fiancee-2/required-documents/

http://www.visamedicals.co.uk/us-bring.htm

 

And do read all the information and FAQs on the embassy website instructions. https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/fiancee-2/applying-for-the-visa/

 

Thank you so much! This is an amazing cheat sheet of what to do!

 

So, I don't need to wait for the letter before I start doing any of these steps? That is good to know and I'll get on with it tomorrow! 

 

Thanks again you've been a great help!

[Wuozopo 4,293]

Just now, Adam.T said:

Thank you so much! This is an amazing cheat sheet of what to do!

 

So, I don't need to wait for the letter before I start doing any of these steps? That is good to know and I'll get on with it tomorrow! 

 

Thanks again you've been a great help!

 

The letter just gives you a link to go read their instructions on the website.  There is no appointment given. It does have your new case number which the medical people will ask for when you call to book. The NVC will send the case number to the petitioner as well. Or you can wait on hold a long time for NVC to tell it to you over the phone. 

 

As far as the DS-160 goes...nobody looks at it. It just sits out there on a server until somebody pulls it up for your interview. Some people do it way earlier than you. 

[Wuozopo 4,293]

Forgot to say...the instruction steps on the website changed recently and are messed up and out of order. Webmaster blunder I would guess. My order I posted to you is more like what it used to say. 

[GOOOOOB 4]

4 minutes ago, Wuozopo said:

Forgot to say...the instruction steps on the website changed recently and are messed up and out of order. Webmaster blunder I would guess. My order I posted to you is more like what it used to say. 

Cheers mate! I remember that you have commented on a few of my posts and you have been very helpful on all of them. Hopefully I can get you a beer one day in the future to say thanks!

[millefleur 5,046]

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