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TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by chinelo5: 3:06pm On Jun 02, 2025
VisaZest:
Hi,

While you do not need to present a hotel booking at your interview, since the dates are passed, I highly recommend you complete another DS 160. Bear in mind that it may take 2-3 business days for your new DS 160 number to reflect on your appointment so the earlier the better.

To update your DS 160, fill the new DS 160 then create a support ticket from your AVITS account and submit your new DS-160 confirmation page. As mentioned, ensure you allow enough time before your scheduled appointment.
Thanks. I understand how the hotel booking works, I usually just use the info as my contact in the USA and it's never been an issue. Thanks for the response. I will fill another form ASAP.
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by chinelo5: 1:04pm On Jun 02, 2025
Good day all. I applied in April 2024 and my interview is on the 24th of June.
1. Do I have to fill another form, since the hotel booking (date) filled in 2024 is no longer valid.
2. I rescheduled the interview just once, from March 2026 to June 2025 (Abuja).
Now, each time I try to reschedule it shows "no active receipt found for this applicant". Has anyone experienced this?
My DS-160 and appointment letter have the same number, but it's been over a year, hence number 1 question.
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by chinelo5: 11:24am On Jun 23, 2023
Okay. Thanks.
BlessedABee:
Sorry, I don’t know about this. Maybe you should email them to assist. The people I know that have done it had individual person appointments
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by chinelo5: 11:04am On Jun 23, 2023
Good afternoon. There are 2 people for the interview. I have updated mine as I was the one who completed the forms. How do I update the second applicant's new application number to the Appointment confirmation?[/quote]
BlessedABee:
She should log into the appointment page and change the confirmation number to the new one.

Once this is done, she should email herself the interview details. This is what she will use to confirm that it has updated.
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by chinelo5: 11:02am On Jun 23, 2023
BlessedABee:
She should log into the appointment page and change the confirmation number to the new one.

Once this is done, she should email herself the interview details. This is what she will use to confirm that it has updated.

Good afternoon. There are 2 people for the interview. I have updated mine as I was the one who completed the forms. How do I update the second applicant's new application number to the Appointment confirmation?
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by chinelo5: 8:15am On Jun 23, 2023
BlessedABee:
She should log into the appointment page and change the confirmation number to the new one.

Once this is done, she should email herself the interview details. This is what she will use to confirm that it has updated.
thanks
TravelRe: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by chinelo5: 3:35pm On Jun 22, 2023
BlessedABee:
She needs to fill another one. Application cannot be older than 6 months by interview date

First she retrieves the old application

She would see a prompt whether she wants to view or create a new application.

She should select create new application, the system would automatically copy from her old application. She should update accordingly then submit.
The new updated application has a new number. my interview appointment confirmation has the previous application number. would this not create a conflict of information?
TravelRe: U.S. Non-immigrant Visas: We’re Listening by chinelo5: 2:40pm On Aug 20, 2015
abujaniv:
Hello chinelo5,

Several things:
1) Yes, apply online and drop off your passport with confirmation page to DHL in Port Harcourt. Learn more here --> http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visarenew.asp
2) We do not require additional documents for our interviews so you shouldn't be surprised that we didn't ask to see them!
3) Lagos and Abuja are the only places where we do visa interviews. If it is determined that an interview is needed to adjudicate your case, you must decide now which location is most convenient for you.

Regards,
Abuja NIV Team
I just saw this. Thanks for your response.
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa by chinelo5: 6:29pm On Aug 16, 2015
Thanks LadyGuinivere, you're far too kind.
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa by chinelo5: 6:28pm On Aug 16, 2015
LadyGuinivere:
@Chinelo you must have to fill your DS 160 to update your records.
Then with the DS 160 confirmation page you go or send person to DHL with the required documentation. U do not need to book a date.
Source:Me. I have renewed via dropbox
Note: make sure to go with a recent passport pix and not the one on your present visa
Thanks LadyGuinivere, you're far too kind.
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa by chinelo5: 4:53pm On Aug 16, 2015
worry359:
The details are at the bottom of this page.
http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/niv_dropbox.html
Thanks a lot worry359 for taking the time to reply.
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa by chinelo5: 3:10pm On Aug 16, 2015
worry359:
Here are the instructions from the website which seem quite clear.
You need to apply on line.
follow the visa application instructions on the U.S. Embassy Nigeria website at http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/niv_appointmnent_instructions.html. [b] The CGI visa appointment website will ask applicants a series of questions [/b]reflecting the criteria for the DHL Drop Box Visa Renewal Program. Qualifying applicants will be prompted to print a letter confirming their eligibility for the program and instructing them to drop off the letter with their passport, application confirmation sheet, passport photos, visa fee receipt, and appropriate forms to one of the DHL facilities in Abuja or Lagos.
Thanks but all I'm getting from this link is "file not found"
TravelRe: Usa Visit Visa by chinelo5: 2:40pm On Aug 16, 2015
Good day Justwise. You're doing a great job here. I asked this question on the USA visa thread but no response.
I live in port Harcourt and will soon have to renew my US visa. I know about the dropbox option and I qualify. My question is, do I have to fill the DS160 form online before this OR do I go straight to the DHL Dropbox location with my passport and supporting documents?
Awaiting your response.
N.B. I already checked the website and it only shows the Dropbox addresses, it doesn't explain sufficiently how to go about it.
Thanks.
TravelRe: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 2 by chinelo5: 6:23am On Aug 16, 2015
Thank you uuspace.
TravelRe: General UK Visa Enquiries - Part 2 by chinelo5: 7:47am On Aug 15, 2015
Good day. Can I apply for my UK visa around 20th-21st September? My current visa will expire on October 3rd. This is because I will be in lagos mid-September (I don't live in lagos). I was thinking of using this opportunity to renew my visa. My next trip to the UK is around December. Thank you.
TravelRe: U.S. Non-immigrant Visas: We’re Listening by chinelo5: 6:29am On Aug 15, 2015
Good day VO and thanks for all your assistance. My question is, our (husband and myself) visa will soon expire and we both qualify for the Dropbox option. We live in Port Harcourt and I'm aware there's a DHL Dropbox address. Do we have to fill the application form online as we did the first time or just take our passport and supporting documents to the drop off location? Our visas are B1/B2. We were issued the 2year visas the first time we applied without the VO looking at any of the "huge" file of documents we took along.
Do we just go and drop off our application or apply online? Please note that the online application only provides Lagos and Abuja as interview locations in Nigeria.
Thank you.
CultureRe: Pls I Need Advice On How To Go For My Marriage Introduction In Igboland by chinelo5: 6:18pm On Aug 25, 2014
I was completely honest with my parents about our income and what we could afford. White collar jobs and no money for frivolities. Dad took it from there and tailored the expenses to what his son in-law could afford. It just depends on the kind of in-laws you have and the other factors I mentioned earlier. I know ladies who will insist on full implementation of that list, to show everyone that their husband to-be has "arrived". They forget that there's life after these "few hours" ceremonies!
CultureRe: Pls I Need Advice On How To Go For My Marriage Introduction In Igboland by chinelo5: 6:30pm On Aug 11, 2014
I come from a family that celebrates events in a big way. Grew up in Lagos and I love the Yoruba party scene. However, as I grew up and lived on my own, I realized that quiet and simple ceremonies are the best. My parents are the type that would sponsor your marriage if you ask but my husband and I wanted to do our thing our way.
If I had to do it all over again, it would still be low key (traditional and church). Even if Dangote writes us a 100 million naira cheque grin
CultureRe: Pls I Need Advice On How To Go For My Marriage Introduction In Igboland by chinelo5: 6:22pm On Aug 11, 2014
I was completely honest with my parents about our income and what we could afford. White collar jobs and no money for frivolities. Dad took it from there and tailored the expenses to what his son in-law could afford. It just depends on the kind of in-laws you have and the other factors I mentioned earlier. I know ladies who will insist on full implementation of that list, to show everyone that their husband to-be has "arrived". They forget that there's life after these "few hours" ceremonies!
CultureRe: Pls I Need Advice On How To Go For My Marriage Introduction In Igboland by chinelo5: 6:13pm On Aug 11, 2014
b3llo: I desire to marry an Igbo girl but from what Alor pple are saying about their tradition, they should be my choice. Am from Gombe hope your people will welcome me
Like I said, it depends on a variety of factors. Your fiancée should have your back. Mine was like this because my umunna really don't like stress. Many business men amongst them who live outside the village, so no unnecessary time wasting. My dad used a blue pen to cross out two or three items(the original list was no biggy like I said). Our umunna had no problem with that because he explained why he did that.
Now, I'm not saying its perfect here, no village or community is. Within the same Alor, there are families that would add to the original list if they want to "show" the umunna & umuada that their daughter is marrying a "rich" man.
The only BUT u may encounter is that It's a predominantly Christian community, so a non Christian may not be welcome. Apologies to my Muslim and other excluded brothers'.
One more thing, if your intended has a not-too-close relationship with her folks, she won't have the liver to speak and convince
her dad(who will in turn convince umunna)
CultureRe: Pls I Need Advice On How To Go For My Marriage Introduction In Igboland by chinelo5: 4:31pm On Aug 11, 2014
Marriage in any culture depends on several factors; the lady herself, the lady's immediate & sometimes extended family, the village,the state of origin etc.
when my husband came for "iku aka" i.e "knocking on the door"(introduction), it was a very relaxed atmosphere. I made all enquiries and confirmed everything myself by speaking with my dad regularly. He only came with drinks,his brother and a very close friend from the same state as mine.
My dad (God rest his soul) reduced the items on the list(even though the original list was no biggy). His reason was that no man can compensate him enough for his daughters hand in marriage. To think that my husband is not Igbo yet my immediate and extended family welcomed him with open arms. This is why I said in the beginning that it all depends on the lady in question,her family etc.
don't be afraid, don't let tribalistic morons discourage you. I'm also from Alor in Anambra.
Traditional marriage in my village is simple smiley

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