Going in early for Biometrics

[An&Je 33]

Hi All,

 

Have to go for biometrics next week for ROC. I'm a CR1 so I did my first set as part of the consulate interview. Has anyone arrived earlier than scheduled (but same day scheduled) and been seen or were you made to wait until your time? Basically my wife and I are hosting two exchange students and if I can get in and get out early enough I can still pick them up from school instead of my wife having to take time off work (I work from home). I understand that Covid has changed things but I figure it's worth a shot. My ASC is Jackson, MS which is a 2 hour drive (no reviews I could find for it either).

[OldUser 6,636]

Yes, you can give it a shot. Some people were allowed to attend their biometrics appointment days before scheduled time. This is in general, not related to this particular ASC.

Edited September 13, 2023 by OldUser

[Dashinka 24,489]

I agree, nothing lost (other than time) in trying.  I know pre-covid, many folks were able to walk-in for biometrics even on days other than scheduled.  Biometrics take about 5 minutes, so they should be able to fit you in.

[Mike E 11,739]

IMO, the trick (if it is going to work at all) is to wait in the parking lot until there is a lull in the line.

 

There will likely be a line in the morning before it opens.