Registering interview appointment online

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

We received our interview letter on November 17 from NVC, and it is scheduled for December 8 at Montreal Consulate.

 

I am registering my interview appointment online, and am required to fill in my name and passport number. A warning at the top of the portal reads - "The information entered below must match the applicant’s passport and DS-260 Number application. Any discrepancy will result in delays in the return of the applicant’s documents."

 

When I filled in the DS-260 form, I had a passport in my maiden name. I have since obtained a new passport in my married name. My old passport in my maiden name is no longer valid. I will be bringing both passports to the interview and as I understand, the visa would be issued in my new passport with my new name. The name on my DS-260 would be updated by the CO at the time of my interview.

 

My question is what name and passport number should I fill in when registering my appointment, the old passport or new one? I don't want to cause any confusion that would lead to delays, so wanted to confirm the with you.

 

I called NVC before sending this email and they told me they were unable to advise me as my case is with the consulate and I should reach out to the consulate. I also emailed the consulate, but they are swamped right now, and I am not sure I will receive a response.

 

Thanks in advance for any advice the community here can provide.

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

Any advice, anyone?

 

Is there any urgency to register the appointment. Or does it not matter when you do, so long as you do it before the appointment.

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

@pushbrk @SusieQQQ @Mike E

 

Any thoughts?

 

I have had no luck with asking NVC or Montreal Consulate 

Edited November 20, 2021 by From_CAN_2_US

[Mike E 11,739]

I followed the question as I was curious myself.  
 

I think you use the new passport and take your lumps.  

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

@Paul & Mary any thoughts?

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

For those interested, I emailed Montreal consulate this question and after waiting about 10 days got this reply:

"Please note that the information in your case should reflect the information in the valid passport."