How to retrieve the DS-160 application of a family member from the US embassy website?
After completing my DS-160, I clicked on application for a family member on the "Thank you" page. New application started and then I went on to the "Getting Started" page just to review. It exited the application.
Now that I try to retrieve that application, it asks for application id, 5 letters of surname, and birth year in addition to the secret question. I have the Application ID and the secret question, but I haven't yet provided surname and birth year of my spouse. I tried to put my details instead: it says 'surnames does not match' and 'year of birth does not match'. How do I retrieve the application?
Best Answer
Simply start a new application. There's no harm in having two "draft" applications at the same time.
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How do I retrieve my DS-160 family application?
In order to do so, go into the Consular Electronic Application Center website and select the Embassy or Consulate at which you are applying. Hit \u201cOption C-Retrieve Application\u201d on the Getting Started page and enter your application ID number. From there you will be able to view and print your confirmation page.Can we retrieve old DS-160?
Although it's true that the State Department does not provide a way to go back and change an already submitted DS-160, you can go online to submit a new, corrected DS-160, print the new confirmation page, and bring that to your interview at the consulate or embassy.How can I download submitted DS-160?
How can I change my DS-160 confirmation number in appointment for family members?
Correction of the DS160 confirmation number after you have scheduled an appointment is available until two business days before your visa interview. To correct the number, please log in to your profile, and select \u201cUpdate profile\u201d or contact the call center for assistance.How To Retrieve and Correct Your DS-160 After Submitting It And Realize You Have Made a Mistake.
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You can start a new application, your initial DS-160 will be deleted from the system after 30 days. There is no harm in filling a new DS-160. Also make sure to save data every now and then as DS-160 logs you out after some time of inactivity.
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