US VISA Biometric (OFC) Appointment Experience | Mumbai Consulate

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  • Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025

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  • @anubhuti.27
    @anubhuti.27 2 года назад +2

    Hi Pratik , pls help me out . My name is same on ds160 and passport but i don't write any surname and in my appointment confirmation letter i have wrote '.' a dot instead of my surname how can I change it or will it affect my visa process

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      based on the first answer here may be you should contact ustravel docs and notify them
      www.quora.com/What-do-I-do-if-my-US-Visa-appointment-letter-has-a-small-typo-in-my-last-name-and-the-DS-160-passport-details-are-correct

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Also I recommend you to read the pinned comment. There are other who faced the similar problem.

    • @anubhuti.27
      @anubhuti.27 2 года назад

      @@pratikian can u pls tell me briefly where should I mail them ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@anubhuti.27 here is the contact page. staging2012.ustraveldocs.com/in/in-main-contactus.asp#contactinfo

    • @anubhuti.27
      @anubhuti.27 2 года назад

      @@pratikian it's closed rn !

  • @PankajLahon2024
    @PankajLahon2024 24 дня назад

    Thanks Pratik for sharing , very helpful and detail. Appreciate it.

  • @vaibhavgoel9309
    @vaibhavgoel9309 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you Pratik for sharing your experience and helping others

  • @sunildandawate1444
    @sunildandawate1444 6 месяцев назад +1

    Crisp and well explained

  • @karrarhussain2089
    @karrarhussain2089 2 года назад

    Thanks for the important information. It made our job easy.

  • @manojp8387
    @manojp8387 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi pratik in my ds160 confirmation form the selected location is hyderabad but i have booked the appointment to mumbai, will it lead to any prblm? If it is how to correct it?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  11 месяцев назад

      That is okay. Shouldnt be a problem.

  • @smitakapadia3591
    @smitakapadia3591 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank u .

  • @khushisolanki609
    @khushisolanki609 17 дней назад +1

    My name in DS160 and passport is "Name, Middle name and Surname" while in the appointment letter it is "Surname, Name Middle name". Will this cause any issue?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  17 дней назад

      @@khushisolanki609 please check again i guess in ds160 it should be surname middle name first name and in appointment confirmation it should be first name middle name surname

  • @amneetkaur8337
    @amneetkaur8337 Год назад +2

    Hi! Can you please help guide me on how to schedule an appointment in Mumbai or Delhi ?

  • @VJ_The-Rockstar.
    @VJ_The-Rockstar. 2 года назад +3

    Hi Pratik,
    First of all thanks for this informative video.
    Secondly I wanted to ask that is it required to carry a photo anywhere?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +2

      No they will take your photo at the consulate.
      Happy to help 😇

    • @VJ_The-Rockstar.
      @VJ_The-Rockstar. 2 года назад

      @@pratikian Okay thanks for replying

  • @SsN-g4j
    @SsN-g4j Месяц назад +1

    Bro clean shave jaroori hai kya for interview?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Месяц назад

      @@SsN-g4j nahi aisa kuch bhi nahi. Normally jisme bhi tum comfortable ho usme jao.

  • @shankarnarayanan2299
    @shankarnarayanan2299 3 месяца назад +1

    Do they collect passport at the time of bio metric, I have biometric scheduled on Oct 31 at mumbai and interview at Delhi on 4 november

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  3 месяца назад

      @@shankarnarayanan2299 no they wont collect the passport during biometric. But you should take it along. They will put a sticker at the back of your passport

  • @amiami4619
    @amiami4619 Год назад +1

    Hi Pratik - I misplaced the “stamped” DS 160 ut the passport has the sticker and I have photocopy of UNSTAMPED DS 160 from the portal
    Will the photocopy work ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Hey, I dont think it should be a problem, however, I reccomend you to inform the consulate to be on a safe side. You can email them at support-india@ustraveldocs.com. hope that helps

  • @thangarajeswarimohan7693
    @thangarajeswarimohan7693 Год назад +1

    Hi. I would like to ask, should appointment confirmation have fee details? I have receipt. Are thry checking.?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      So till my knowledge earlier there was a fee reciept, now there are the payment details in the appointment confirmation itself. So till I know they don't really ask about the fee reciept

  • @hemaliparikh5976
    @hemaliparikh5976 Год назад +1

    Hi, can you give me a step by step process of how to take the appointment for biometrics. I tried everything and couldn’t find how to actually take an appointment. Please include all the links. Thanks!

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Which visa are you applying for ?

    • @hemaliparikh5976
      @hemaliparikh5976 Год назад

      I’m calling my father, and already visa interview date has come. Now I have to take appointment for medical and biometrics , but I’m not able to take appointment for biometrics. So I need help for that

    • @chandrananeeshchandran
      @chandrananeeshchandran 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@hemaliparikh5976how did you get the biometric appointment,? Im trying to get mine , can you help me?

  • @sanjeevanees5453
    @sanjeevanees5453 4 месяца назад +1

    Do you need to carry your finance documents to show on fingerprint appointment

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  4 месяца назад

      @@sanjeevanees5453 no.

  • @rurururu01
    @rurururu01 Год назад +1

    Hello thank you for the info! I wanted to ask where does one update the ds160? Like I have a new ds160 which I have to update at the biometrics, is there a specific counter for it?
    Thank you

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Try of you can correct the ds160 with the steps mentioned in this video
      ruclips.net/user/shortsYTi9sRIfnpQ?feature=share

  • @boredtheory
    @boredtheory Год назад +2

    Hi. Do they have a locker facility for the bag or phone ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      Yes, but for a extra fee of ₹500

  • @rashmikantrpatel6438
    @rashmikantrpatel6438 Год назад +1

    How to get appointment for biometric , is there any visa consultant ,who will fill online form for appointment and do the process in ahmedabad

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      I am not sure about Ahmedabad, depending on the type of visa you are applying for you can book the biometric and interview date together on th cgifederal website.

  • @shettyprasad437
    @shettyprasad437 Год назад +1

    Can I carry college bag and mobile and then submit in locker there. Pls reply

  • @AkshayaZanzad-kk2ov
    @AkshayaZanzad-kk2ov 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi , thanks for the video. Can you please tell me how much time does the entire OFC process take ? I mean your time was 1.30 ? When did you come out of consulate office ? I just want to plan my return travel back to my city so wanted to know

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  10 месяцев назад

      That depends on the number of people who have got the same slot. Mine took about half an hour. But i would recommend to keep enough time. Atleast 1 hour.

  • @adrienbrody2034
    @adrienbrody2034 Год назад +1

    Hi my name on Ds160 is diffrent then my appointment confirmation what should I do ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @uzair khan based on the first answer here may be you should contact ustravel docs and notify them
      www.quora.com/What-do-I-do-if-my-US-Visa-appointment-letter-has-a-small-typo-in-my-last-name-and-the-DS-160-passport-details-are-correct

  • @0724pratik
    @0724pratik Год назад +1

    The sticker they affixed on back of my passport mentions the date of my original appointment i.e 1 year from now. But the interview was rescheduled as I got earlier date. So basically the date on the sticker and actual appointment date are different.. Will this create any problem?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      I dont think it should create a problem. Are you still at the ofc? You could just ask them and clarify.

    • @0724pratik
      @0724pratik Год назад +1

      @@pratikian unfortunately I checked that after leaving the ofc

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@0724pratik I would suggest you to email them and let them know this issue.

  • @SnipeWifHaste
    @SnipeWifHaste Год назад +1

    Hi Pratik. Thanks for the video. I have biometrics at Mumbai soon. I recently renewed my indian passport and got a new one. Can I get the DS-160 corrected for the new passport number at the biometrics center? I will carry old and new passports.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Try doing this
      ruclips.net/user/shortsYTi9sRIfnpQ?si=fSB897M_Mt6pFIZa
      Or else you can get your ds160 corrected during biometrics, but they may charge you for the same (about ₹500). Tell them that you want to correct your ds160

  • @rosa_t_m_2728
    @rosa_t_m_2728 Год назад +1

    Hello, Pratik. Thank you for the informative video. I have applied for K1 visa and the only thing that I'm currently waiting for is booking the appointment slots. I went to the prescribed hospital to do medical examination but they turned away because I don't have the appointment dates. But I have checked again and again at the OFC website but there seems to be no appointment dates shown. Can you please help me with information regarding the appointment?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Hey could we discuss over email or instagram.

  • @Pendustarworld
    @Pendustarworld 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hi bro , is clean shave is that compulsory? For biomatric and interview

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  7 месяцев назад

      @@Pendustarworld not at all.

  • @aminmansuri654
    @aminmansuri654 Год назад +1

    Hi pratik… which appointment latter??? I have only visa appointment latter?? Is that enough??? I have no any biometric appointment latter! Plz tell me bro जिनको usa जाना है मेरे सासु है और उनके पास कोई बायोमेट्रिक्स इपॉइंटमेंट लेटर नहीं ये अब usa से मेरे सालेसाब ने सेट किया है उन्होंने सिर्फ़ बायोमेट्रिक्स का स्लॉट टाइम और डेट कहा है

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Nahi nahi ek hi appointment confirmation hai, ek ds160 confirmation hoga aapke pass .
      So
      Appointment confirmation
      Ds160 confirmation
      Passport

    • @aminmansuri654
      @aminmansuri654 Год назад +1

      @@pratikian ok आभार 🙏🏻तो अब मुझे ds 260 letter and ds 260 conformation और ओल्ड/न्यू पासपोर्ट लेजाने है बस??? रिप्लाय के लिए धन्यवाद

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@aminmansuri654 agar aap tourist visa ke liye apply kar rahe hai toh sirf
      Ds160 form confirmation
      Appointment confirmation
      Passport
      Agar student visa (F1 visa ) ke liye kar rahe hai toh
      Ds160 confirmation
      Appointment confirmation
      Passport
      Sevis recipe
      I20

  • @krishna1698
    @krishna1698 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Pratik, Typically how much time the VAC process takes, assuming all documentation is clean?
    I got the same day appointment for VAC and Consular. VAC is at 8am and Consular at 10am.
    I just wanted to know from your experience if the 2 hours gap between VAC and consular is good enough assuming a smooth process at VAC.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  11 месяцев назад

      So it acctually depends on how many people are there that have got the appointment at the same time. I would say the max time should be 1 hour. But if possible ... i would reccomend to not scchedule the biometric and interview at the same day... as sometimes you never know what may happen... so if possible ... i would reccomend to reschule such that the interview and biometric are on different days!

    • @krishna1698
      @krishna1698 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@pratikian Thank you for the response. That's helpful. Unfortunately I have no rescheduling opportunity left so I have to go for it on the same day and try my luck. Let's see how it goes.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  11 месяцев назад

      @@krishna1698 I see. Well in that case dont worry. I came out of the biometrics in 15 min. Shouldnt be a problem. By the way which visa are you applying for ?

    • @krishna1698
      @krishna1698 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@pratikian it is B1 for attending business meetings.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  11 месяцев назад

      @@krishna1698 I dont think it will a problem. All the very best!

  • @mythilisamyuktha8898
    @mythilisamyuktha8898 Год назад +1

    Should we carry the documents single side printed or double sided?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      You will need all originals only, i guess only your i20 has to be printed, bothside printing is fine for that.

  • @nv9719
    @nv9719 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hello thank you. Can you elaborate on where the locker facility is? Is it in the entry of the embassy? Can we also deposit our luggage?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  9 месяцев назад

      It is near the US counsulate. I am no sure, but I dont think you can keep luggage there. Only small things like mobile and wallet only can be kept there. But I am not completely sure, you may cross check this with someone.

  • @siddharthgopani5729
    @siddharthgopani5729 Год назад +1

    Hi Pratik, what was your dress code during ofc and interview appointment?
    Was it formal shirt and pant or casual T-shirt/ shirt and jeans?

  • @BaluGuthula-u3m
    @BaluGuthula-u3m Год назад +1

    Brother Mumbai US embassy near any dormitory rooms available
    Please tell me

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Hey, I dont think there are any dorm rooms around the US consulate Mumbai, I guess you will have to go for a hotel. Also maybe you can see Airbnb. Hope that helps

  • @ambarishrandive3970
    @ambarishrandive3970 2 года назад +1

    Hey bro first of all sorry for asking a silly question.... Do we have to be clean shaved or we can keep our beard trimmed?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      There is no such preference, you can keep anything that you are comfortable with.
      I dont think this is a silly question. Its rather important for everyone to know.

    • @ambarishrandive3970
      @ambarishrandive3970 2 года назад

      @@pratikian Thank you very much! 😇

  • @simransaini410
    @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад +1

    Pls bro tell me koi problem tow ni hai for spring intake my interview is on 23 August

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  5 месяцев назад

      @@simransaini410 no i dont see any problem

    • @simransaini410
      @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

      @@pratikian refuse tow ni hoga mera ???

    • @simransaini410
      @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

      @@pratikianHlo bro I want to ask one question pls tell me when I go to the embassy that time some security guards are standing which language they speak with people pls tell me… can I speak Hindi language with security and biometric officer ??????

  • @krstudy9162
    @krstudy9162 7 месяцев назад +1

    I am coming directly from airport to parinee crescenzo for ofc appointment, can i bring my bag and mobile?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  7 месяцев назад

      @@krstudy9162 you can, you will just have to put it in the locker.

  • @arslanahmed8673
    @arslanahmed8673 2 года назад +1

    Hi sir many DS 160 appointment leny k bad retrieve KR dia but appointment on old confirmation number but retrieve DS 160 new confirmation number is different is their problamatic?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Yes, I guess you will have to book a new appointment with the new ds160 form.

  • @anubhuti.27
    @anubhuti.27 2 года назад +1

    I wanted to know that will i get a counter number when i will reach the embassy for my visa appointment or the number given next to the time in appointment confirmation is the counter number?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      No you will get the counter number there in the consulate.

  • @manijandiala
    @manijandiala Год назад +1

    Hi. My biometrics appointment is on 9th Aug and interview on 11th aug. So my question is that does mine appointments have sufficient time gap or not?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      Definately, it is just recommended that the two should be on different days and not on the same day. Infact for my case as well, I had my interview after 2 days of my biometric just like your case.

    • @manijandiala
      @manijandiala Год назад

      @@pratikian thank you for helping me about this confusion. God bless you 🙏🏻

    • @mhabenimurry5018
      @mhabenimurry5018 5 месяцев назад

      Hey Pratik,I’m from Delhi and for my visa interview I need to go to Mumbai.So is it possible for me to do the biometrics over here in Delhi or I’ll have to do only in Mumbai?I’m very much confused so I would appreciate if you could help me out with this.

  • @PranaliChintam
    @PranaliChintam 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Pratik, my ds160 has my given name different due to typing error and I have my ofc appointments due in 3 days, is it possible to correct ds160 at the ofc center Mumbai ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  10 месяцев назад

      So it is possible ... they might take some charge for it. It was 500rs the last time I heard.

  • @kabramanish
    @kabramanish 9 месяцев назад +2

    Do I need carry my photo with me for F1 biometric at Mumbai centre?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  9 месяцев назад +1

      No they will click your photo during biometrics.

  • @manojkakade2718
    @manojkakade2718 Год назад

    should I print only appointment confirmation page or their COVID guidelines page and their instructions Page as well please reply.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Only the appointment confirmation page

  • @a1234567ks
    @a1234567ks Год назад +1

    Hi Pratick, what is the address or location for where we need to go for Mumbai OFC appointment?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      101, 1st Floor, Parinee Crescenzo, Kautilya Bhawan_2, A Wing, opposite MTNL, G Block BKC, MMRDA Area, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051, India
      maps.app.goo.gl/wPVrw6pD9JPq1LeXA

    • @a1234567ks
      @a1234567ks Год назад +1

      @@pratikian and follow-up question, where do we show up for the actual VISA appointment?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@a1234567ks Signia Pearl, C49, G Block Rd, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051, India
      maps.app.goo.gl/BnRDLzxfLUYFZT679

  • @swathibrgowda3698
    @swathibrgowda3698 11 месяцев назад +1

    Do they correct document pickup location? if asked

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  11 месяцев назад

      So, i am acctually not sure about ... however if you want to change it because you got a different counsulate maybe the following reddit can help
      www.reddit.com/r/india/comments/14hmkvi/question_about_us_visa_passport_pickup/?onetap_auto=true&one_tap=true

  • @Blessonmathaii
    @Blessonmathaii Год назад +1

    Does the vac appointment date format is mm/dd/yyyy ??

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Well US uses the mm/dd/yyyy format, however, i would reccommend you to see the appoinment confirmation page, it has the month spelled out for example december 6, 2023

    • @Blessonmathaii
      @Blessonmathaii Год назад

      @@pratikian now it's not showing like that.. Earlier it was

  • @bhagyasreebasak4029
    @bhagyasreebasak4029 Год назад +1

    Hi pratik.. ths s indeed a very nice video.. i got a clear idea of what exactly is going to happen.. I hv 1 question, m going with my dad so is there any waiting area there so that he can wait untill my biometrics are done?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Thank you so much for the kind words. There is no as such waiting area, however people do wait outside the building. You will find a lot of people either waiting to go in or the family members waiting for the candidates.

    • @bhagyasreebasak4029
      @bhagyasreebasak4029 Год назад +1

      @@pratikian Thank u pratik… so nice of you helping ppl … God bless you..

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@bhagyasreebasak4029 all the very best 😇👍

    • @bhagyasreebasak4029
      @bhagyasreebasak4029 Год назад

      @@pratikian Thank u so much😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @bhagyasreebasak4029
      @bhagyasreebasak4029 Год назад

      Hi pratik.. hope u r doing well.. i want to ask you is the mumbai nvc allow any bagpack to carry folders during interview.?? I have my greencard interview next month, and i have two large folder files for all my documents and also an album. So pls tel me whether i can carry bagpack to accommodate evythng??

  • @rohansrivastava4927
    @rohansrivastava4927 Год назад +1

    Is it okay to carry my mobile phone to the consulate?
    I mean, is there any place where I can store my phone and later collect it back?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Yes there is a locker that has a fee of Rs.500. You can keep your mobile there.

    • @rohansrivastava4927
      @rohansrivastava4927 Год назад +1

      @@pratikian That's costly. Did you carry your phone or you skipped?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@rohansrivastava4927 my parents had come with me, I kept the phone with them.

    • @rohansrivastava4927
      @rohansrivastava4927 Год назад

      @@pratikian okay fair enough. Thanks mate!

  • @nitishsachdeva1920
    @nitishsachdeva1920 2 года назад +1

    Hi Pratik- can you please tell me what i20 is?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      So i20 is an official document given by US universities after you are accepted for a program. I20 has the details of the school, program, finance etc.

  • @anubhuti.27
    @anubhuti.27 2 года назад +1

    I have my biometric tomorrow what documents i have to take and also should I keep them in a portfolio file or in a transparent one , should i need to sign on the i20 before going to consulate

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Hi sorry for the late reply, for the biometric you will need the ds160, appointment confirmation, sevis fee reciept, i20, passport. I would recommend you to take a transparent folder. But i have seen a lot of people there not having a transparent one.

  • @India2america23
    @India2america23 Год назад +1

    where do I can stay if I go to Mumbai for OFC, any hotel suggestion?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      So I stay in Mumbai thus I did not have to book a hotel, however, one of my friend visited here she stayed at hotel embassy suits. She said that was a descent hotel and based on her review I can recommend that.

  • @ashasamudra3986
    @ashasamudra3986 2 года назад +1

    There is any provision of locker to keep our mobiles, bag etc. Pl inform

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      There is locker facility for an extra fee.

  • @mussavirkhan993
    @mussavirkhan993 Год назад +1

    I don't have surname in my passport and I'm aware that i should mention FNU in surname and actual name in given name
    problem is in CGI profile .. I have updated as Musawwir in first name and khan in last name
    Please share your opinion on this

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Hi what name did you put in ds160 form. If that is different from the cgi form you can go through the pinned comments and get a solution.

  • @Chintoo10
    @Chintoo10 Год назад +1

    Do they keep the passport after biometric or return it to us ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      They will give passport after biometric

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Only after interview if visa is accepted tgen they will take the passport

  • @yashvmandlecha
    @yashvmandlecha 2 года назад +2

    Hi Pratik, what if I reach an hour before my appointment timing? Will I have to wait outside or just enter?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      You will have to wait outside.

  • @satnambasran4846
    @satnambasran4846 2 года назад +2

    Can you tell me how long it takes you to get in and get out or ill say total time it took you to complete this appointment. Thanks

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +2

      For me it was arround 15 mins. Once you get in you will complete everything in 15 mins, max 30 mins.

    • @satnambasran4846
      @satnambasran4846 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian thank you. Someone from my family having next month. Just wanted to know.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@satnambasran4846 no problem.

  • @simransaini410
    @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

    Hlo bro I want to ask one question pls tell me my interview is on 23 August I applied for spring intake but my interview 23 ko hai isme koi dikt tow ni hai pls tell me officer reject tow ni krega

  • @js3fp
    @js3fp 2 года назад +2

    relatives or close ones are allowed to be there with you at ofc for VAC

    • @js3fp
      @js3fp 2 года назад +2

      can I msg you on insta i have lots of questions to ask

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      If the person who is applying for visa is below 18 years only then relatives are allowed.

  • @prashant1160
    @prashant1160 Год назад +1

    What should be the dress code? Jeans and T Shirts is Ok OR formals?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Whatever you are comfortable with.

  • @nag1508
    @nag1508 2 года назад +1

    Do you have any clock rooms for keeping our mobile phones/ bag pack?? Is bag pack is allowed to OFC??

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      There are chargeable lockers. I dont know how big they are. But usually people keep their mobiles, wallets etc there.

    • @nag1508
      @nag1508 2 года назад +1

      Thanks Pratik, can we carry ladies hand bags and minimal cash with wallet ??

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@nag1508 in the OFC nothing is allowed except your documents. But you can keep these things in the locker.

  • @ramanjagdale3804
    @ramanjagdale3804 Месяц назад +1

    Where i can get ds 160 and conformation page

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Месяц назад

      @@ramanjagdale3804 ceac.state.gov/genniv/
      Appointment confirmation
      www.ustraveldocs.com/in/en/nonimmigrant-visa

  • @AdilAnsari-xx4dc
    @AdilAnsari-xx4dc Год назад +1

    I want to change the language of interview from English to Hindi can i do that?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Maybe you could try doing what this website says
      visalex.com/help/your-visalex-account/how-to-change-the-language

  • @samarthsingh3854
    @samarthsingh3854 2 года назад +2

    Hi pratik, were you allowed to carry phones and folders?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      No phones, you can only carry folders that have the documents.

  • @syedmuzammil1006
    @syedmuzammil1006 Год назад +1

    Bro we need a passport size photo of our for the biometric

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      Nope, they will take your photo at the biometrics

  • @kashmirajadhav4297
    @kashmirajadhav4297 2 года назад +2

    If you apply contact lenses, would it be an objection?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      I am not very sure about this, but I would recommend not to wear.

  • @sarfs3191
    @sarfs3191 2 года назад +1

    Do we need to wear formals for OFC AS WELL.. normal casual is fine... and what abt glasses..

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      It is okay to wear casuals, but I would recommend formals. You may carry your glasses. Whenever the ofc officer asks you may remove them.

  • @bhargavsatani9607
    @bhargavsatani9607 2 года назад +2

    Do they any charge for locker use? Is mobile and smartwatch allowed during biometrics?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +2

      Yes they do charge. I am not sure of the charges.
      No you are only allowed to take your documents and handkerchief.

  • @aryandev3924
    @aryandev3924 2 года назад +1

    Hello Bro, I have some queries regarding the ds 160 form... I am unable to download the entire filled form. But I have ds 160 confirmation page. Is it necessary to carry ds 160 filled form with ds 160 confirmation page...? Kindly reply

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      You just need the ds160 confirmation page.

  • @prasadguthula
    @prasadguthula Год назад +2

    Good evening brother
    Can you please tell me about the LOE
    I have two 2⃣LoE latters old one&new one
    Because of i didn't found the interview date before the intended date
    So please tell me which one loe i need to carry
    Old loe intended date is mentioned in ds 160 form
    Its bit of confused me

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      Hi sorry for the late reply. What is loe? I am not sure about this. Could you tell me more so that I can find out.

    • @prasadguthula
      @prasadguthula Год назад +1

      @@pratikian it's Latter of Employment (LOE)

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      @@prasadguthula what visa type are you applying for?

    • @prasadguthula
      @prasadguthula Год назад

      @@pratikian C1D Visa for cruises line

  • @pushpagoyal9136
    @pushpagoyal9136 4 месяца назад +1

    Can I get this information from Delhi also

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  4 месяца назад

      @@pushpagoyal9136 i think it should be similar there. Acctually since I visited Mumbai for my Visa I put my expirience here.

  • @AryanRaj-ng9jz
    @AryanRaj-ng9jz Год назад +1

    What's the i20 you mentioned?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      I20, is a document provided by the the university that has given the admission, I20 is a legal document that confirms that you have been admitted to the university, and all the financial details.

  • @dheerajkumar9578
    @dheerajkumar9578 2 года назад +1

    if someone is carrying the bag if that person is coming from other city than where they can keep that bag.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      There is a locker facility. You can keep there. Or else i would recommend to bring someone with you, who can stand outside. As locker maybe expensive.

  • @chandrakantjagtap4956
    @chandrakantjagtap4956 2 года назад +1

    Can you please suggest me an earliest dates availability of ofc and consular Mumbai visa appointment , particularly for b1/b2 visa applicants?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      So for b1/b2 currently the earliest possible date is 31st August 2025 .. however I would recommend you to monitor everyday atleast 2 to 3 times, you may get an earlier slot.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      If its urgent you could also try other consulates.

    • @chandrakantjagtap4956
      @chandrakantjagtap4956 2 года назад +1

      Thanks Pratik

  • @MultiUzairkhan
    @MultiUzairkhan 2 года назад +1

    Hey i made a mistake in my cgi profile while setting up the acc and got confused which caused my registered name incorrectly. The name should be as follows last name(khan) first name(mohammed uzer ahmed) but by mistake its last name(uzer) first name(mohammed uzer) n now when i try to edit it its not giving me an option in the cgi website. But my correct name is present every where in my i20, passport, sevis fee, ds 160 on it its correct name which is mohammed uzer ahmed khan. So my question is can this b done in the embassy at tym of biometric or is there any other way to b done from my end. Bcoz i tried and cgi portal is not giving access to edit the name. Any suggestions will help!

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Hi, have you paid the MRV fees ? If not i would recommend you to create a new account.
      Because at the US biometrics i saw there was ds160 form correction, I am not sure about the cgi portal corrections.

    • @MultiUzairkhan
      @MultiUzairkhan 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian mrv fees as in the appointment fees right? Of $160?? Yes i paid that because after paying that we can book a slot if i am not mistaken. I think its because i paid i am not getting an option to edit. I read an article on quora that the helpdeak at embassy does the correction. But that post was 2 yrs back

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@MultiUzairkhan based on the first answer here may be you should contact ustravel docs and notify them
      www.quora.com/What-do-I-do-if-my-US-Visa-appointment-letter-has-a-small-typo-in-my-last-name-and-the-DS-160-passport-details-are-correct

  • @debapriyadas8280
    @debapriyadas8280 2 года назад +1

    Hi Pratik.. Thanks for this video. I just wanted to know about the type of folder which i can bring to the interview. So do they allow expanding folder? Like the folder with lots of pockets in it?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      I would recommend what is called as a harmonium folder. It has lot of pockets, if you see a lot of youtubers have recommended that. And its really handy and useful. Also, if incase you have not bought a folder yet, I would further recommend to buy a transparent or a translucent harmonium folder as it is written in the instructions.
      However, if you have already bought a folder no worries as I did see a lot of candidates having a opaque harmonium folder.

    • @debapriyadas8280
      @debapriyadas8280 2 года назад +1

      Okay. Thanks for the response.. I have the harmonium folder with black cover...i mean the outside is black...

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@debapriyadas8280 that should work.

    • @debapriyadas8280
      @debapriyadas8280 2 года назад +1

      And one more question...my ds160 confirmation page does not have any photograph. While filling the form and submitting it automatically notified me that the photo will be taken at ASC. I hope this sounds fine

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@debapriyadas8280 yes during the biometric they will take a photograph.

  • @mandyyt9388
    @mandyyt9388 2 года назад +1

    brother will they give back the passport or do they keep it

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      If you clear uour interview they will take the Passport and give you the Passport after 4 to 5 days with the visa stamp in it

    • @mandyyt9388
      @mandyyt9388 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian so they take the passport in ofc and give it back right.In consular interview they keep the passport right.do they keep from the biometrics itself?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@mandyyt9388 no, they won't take it in biometrics. Only after you clear the interview they will keep it.

  • @tejarockzz8385
    @tejarockzz8385 2 года назад +1

    How much does it took to complete whole process ?? If i have OFC on 12:30PM can i catch Train at 2:00PM

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      It acctually depends on how many people are there for an interview in the same slot and how long your interview is. Having said that I don't think it should go above 45 min. You can decide accordingly.

    • @tejarockzz8385
      @tejarockzz8385 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian i mean Just for Biometrics

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@tejarockzz8385 Ohh that also depends on how many people are there at the same slot, still i guess it shouldn't be more than half an hour. And acctually if your biometric time is 12.30, they will let you in at around 12.

  • @simransaini410
    @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hlo bro pls dekhna aap Maine question prepare kiya hai for spring intake.. why have you applied for spring intake now ?? I will answer officer due to unavailability of slots my intake got deferred from fall to spring intake 2025.. pls tell me this answer is correct???

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  5 месяцев назад

      @@simransaini410 so just a clarification, your application got deferred and then you got the visa interview ?
      Also did you get the new I20 for the spring 2025 joining ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  5 месяцев назад

      @@simransaini410 go through this once
      facebook.com/share/p/uy3EW9ZmCyFiauRV/?mibextid=oFDknk

    • @simransaini410
      @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

      @@pratikian yes bro

    • @simransaini410
      @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

      Interview tow mujhe mil gyi hai July last me mili thi

    • @simransaini410
      @simransaini410 5 месяцев назад

      Emergency date li thi Maine

  • @yashvmandlecha
    @yashvmandlecha 2 года назад +3

    Hi Pratik, Thanks a lot for the video. Please help me out as I have an issue. The Name on my DS-160 and passport is exactly same. But, my middle name is missing from my Appointmemt Confirmation. I tried updating but the cgi website allows you to update everything except Name and passport no. I have my biometrics in Mumbai tomorrow. Please suggest solutions 🙏

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      based on the first answer here may be you should contact ustravel docs and notify them
      www.quora.com/What-do-I-do-if-my-US-Visa-appointment-letter-has-a-small-typo-in-my-last-name-and-the-DS-160-passport-details-are-correct

    • @yashvmandlecha
      @yashvmandlecha 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian thanks, I had a look on the answers there. I have already mailed the mumbai us consulate general. I will try finding the contact (email/ phone) of US Travel docs too. Thanks again Pratik.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@yashvmandlecha there is DS160 correction office just next to the biometric center. If there is a discrepancy they ask you to go there. However, I don't know if they change the appointment confirmation details as well.
      Please let me know if they can, here in the comments. So that it maybe helpful for others as well.

    • @yashvmandlecha
      @yashvmandlecha 2 года назад +2

      @@pratikian There was no problem at all. Thanks for your help.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@yashvmandlecha So they did not ask you to change the Appointment confirmation?

  • @TheAnubite
    @TheAnubite 2 года назад +1

    Dont they ask you to read a notice by the door on your way out ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      Yes they did.

    • @TheAnubite
      @TheAnubite 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian What does it say? I didnt find it on my way out.. :(

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@TheAnubite frankly speaking I don't remember. I don't think it was so important.

  • @Preet_kaur1661
    @Preet_kaur1661 2 года назад +1

    What is visa approval rate for bachelors in hospitality and tourism management in mumbai as i have seen approved candidates are for cs only?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +2

      Well, I am not an expert to answer this, as I myself am an engineer. However, what I feel is if you are going to a reputed school, your main intention is to learn, you have some background to explain why are you doing this course, enough funding to support your stay and the course in US and the most important thing Confidence, then you can get the visa. Hope this helps.

  • @surbhisharma7975
    @surbhisharma7975 2 месяца назад +1

    Mobile le ja skte hai under ...

  • @anjukumari556
    @anjukumari556 Год назад

    Hi Pratik , If Visa interview slot is not available but OFC slots are available then can i book only OFC slots.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      No, you have to book both of them together.

    • @rosa_t_m_2728
      @rosa_t_m_2728 Год назад

      Hi, there!! Have you been able to book the slots? How much time did it take for you and can you please explain the process of booking the slots and going for medical examination?

  • @ashutoshjaiswal7853
    @ashutoshjaiswal7853 2 года назад +1

    Bro can I make correction in ds 160 form after 30 days of form filling
    Can u tell me how the ds160 form correction take place

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      I am not sure about the time period, but I guess you cannot do the correction yourself you may have to visit the OFC center during your biometrics. However, if you havnt yet paid for the appointment then you can fill a new ds160 form

  • @Atrbis
    @Atrbis 2 года назад +1

    Hi Pratik
    Is visa fee receipt required? I have paid the visa amount however I am unable to find any receipt for that but I have MRV fee payment details in my appointment confirmation document. Is it enough to use as proof for visa fee receipt??

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      Yes the appointment confirmation is enough. You don't need anything extra. Just in case, you need to know the unique account number, to which you transfered the money. Also if possible take the bank statement that the transfer is successful.
      Again the things that I told are just for extreme cases. For me as well i didn't have the MRV reciept they never asked me that as well.

    • @Atrbis
      @Atrbis 2 года назад +1

      @@pratikian thank you so much for the response.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@Atrbis happy to help 😇

  • @MangatSAAB765
    @MangatSAAB765 2 года назад +1

    Thanq bro mere mom ( Punjab) ko email ayi hai k expedite approved,aap 2 dates scheduled karo 1 biometric 2 consular .case category-FX1 hum kya kare kya biometric delhi krale or Madical ka kya hai pahle ki baad or letter kaise?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Hi, I am unaware of the FX1 category. I just applied for the student visa, FX1 category is an immigrant visa category, I would recommend you to take advise from some visa agent who deals with this category.

  • @benhurdsilva141289
    @benhurdsilva141289 2 года назад +1

    Do we need to carry photograp hard copy?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      No they will take your photo during biometrics

  • @satyapriyanka6490
    @satyapriyanka6490 2 года назад

    Sir ,i have ds160 application id which i got in August and same id was given during visa application also , unfortunately I didn't find visa slots and ds160 got expired.but visa application has same id but now i had to create new ds160 application id ..my visa confirmation has different application id and ds160 has different Id ...is that a problem sir?? Please answer am really confused

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      Hey is your problem resolved ? I am so sorry I dont know how i missed your comment.

  • @sanjaysapra8434
    @sanjaysapra8434 2 года назад

    I am not able download complete DS-160 form but i have single print of DS-160 having bar code and number . Will that work.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      The ds160 should look something like this
      images.app.goo.gl/wDpaW4QcbQ3W3JK17
      Just in place of the photo it might be written, photo will be taken at ASC

  • @sanjaysapra8434
    @sanjaysapra8434 2 года назад +1

    what is next step after this OFC interview . and how many days we need .

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      After OFC you go for the interview. Days for what ? Did not get you.

  • @swagatasanyal6984
    @swagatasanyal6984 2 года назад +1

    Hello sir
    I have some questions regarding my biometric?
    1. When can I schedule my biometric appointment? Can I fix it on the exact interview day or before my interview date?
    2. From where can I schedule my biometric appointment? From cgi or something else ?
    Plss help me by sharing your knowledge.
    Thnx in advance.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      Hey,
      So you can book the appointments at cgifederal website. Make sure you have filled your ds160 and if you are a student and are applying for f1 visa then you will also have to pay the sevis fee. If you have done all that go to the cgi federal website make your account fill in the details and book the biometric and interview dates.
      I guess you can book both the dates together based on the availability, but I would recommend not to do that. It's always good to book both at different days as if there is some delay ,in biometric interview you can make sure that it does not affect your interview.

    • @swagatasanyal6984
      @swagatasanyal6984 2 года назад

      Thank you so much . U helped lots.

    • @swagatasanyal6984
      @swagatasanyal6984 2 года назад

      My interview date have scheduled by us consulate but lil but confused about my biometric that’s why I asked to you. My visa category is ir1.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@swagatasanyal6984 happy to help. All the best. I would also recommend to go through ymgrad video for complete ds160 form filling and interview booking info.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      @@swagatasanyal6984 you can just look at the appointment confirmation it will have all the details of biometric and interview days

  • @Khushiisgood
    @Khushiisgood 2 года назад +1

    What is the process after OFC? How do we schedule the appointment with consular?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      You have to book the appointment for ofc and the interview together

    • @Khushiisgood
      @Khushiisgood 2 года назад

      @@pratikian I am doing it for H1B and it does not specify anything other than OFC appointment.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@Khushiisgood I am not very sure about h1b. As I just applied for F1 visa

    • @heartnarchist
      @heartnarchist Год назад +1

      @@pratikian but how? the two websites are completely different, right? one is the NIV (biometric) and the other is the traveldocs(interview), right? please write back here and let me know! :"(

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      @@heartnarchist which visa are you applying for ?

  • @irfand4
    @irfand4 2 года назад +1

    Is there any eatery / mall nearby ?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад +1

      I guess you can find eateries like restaurants nearby. I am not sure of any mall.

  • @girdhariasawa5489
    @girdhariasawa5489 5 месяцев назад +1

    What is I 20?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  5 месяцев назад

      @@girdhariasawa5489 i20 is a document given by the university when the addmission is confirmed. This document says that the addmision is confirmed the duriation of the course etc.

  • @vgblock3364
    @vgblock3364 2 года назад

    Did they ask you to read any guidelines out loud during your OFC appointment?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      Yes, there is something written on a piece of paper that you have to read. Not necessarily aloud.

  • @simarjeet3497
    @simarjeet3497 2 года назад

    I got to know that the location of my interview according to DS160 is new delhi…but I got an appointment for Mumbai…does it matter..???
    Please help.

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      No, that's okay. All the very best .. 👍

    • @simarjeet3497
      @simarjeet3497 2 года назад

      Thank you brother for best wishe and soon reply too 👍

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 года назад

      @@simarjeet3497 happy to help.

  • @chweetiepieable
    @chweetiepieable 10 месяцев назад +1

    How did you book?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  10 месяцев назад

      Which visa are you applying for ?

    • @chweetiepieable
      @chweetiepieable 10 месяцев назад

      @@pratikian K1

  • @christopherpinto5273
    @christopherpinto5273 Год назад +1

    Do we need photos

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад

      They will take your photo during biometric. You don't need to bring any photos

  • @AshishMagroria
    @AshishMagroria Год назад +1

    did you need a photograph?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  Год назад +1

      No, they will take photo at the biometrics

  • @tanvirshaikh3902
    @tanvirshaikh3902 9 месяцев назад

    Sir have we to take appointment

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  9 месяцев назад

      Which visa are you applying for?

  • @surbhisharma7975
    @surbhisharma7975 2 месяца назад +1

    I 20 konsa form h pls help

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 месяца назад

      @@surbhisharma7975 aap kaunse US visa ke liye apply kar rahe hai?

    • @surbhisharma7975
      @surbhisharma7975 2 месяца назад +1

      @pratikian tourist

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 месяца назад

      @surbhisharma7975 tourist visa ke liye aapko I20 nahi lagega. I20 student visa ke liye lagta hai.

    • @surbhisharma7975
      @surbhisharma7975 2 месяца назад +1

      @ thnq sir biometric me fingerprint kr time form dete hai kya likhne k liye kuch & mobile le ja skte hai biometric ke time under?

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  2 месяца назад

      @surbhisharma7975 mai first question samjha nahi .. aapko forms lekejana hai biometric me woh koi form nahidenge likhne keliye.
      Mobile allowed nahi hai

  • @tanvirshaikh3902
    @tanvirshaikh3902 9 месяцев назад

    Pls guide have yu to take appointment

    • @pratikian
      @pratikian  8 месяцев назад

      What visa type are you applying for?