my questions is, what is a checklist document? Jame's shorcut does not have it?

Another thing, I have noticed that the ds-3032 I received is slightly different from the the one I sent to them(using jame's shortcut).
At the bottom left lower corner the name of that state where the interview is going to take place is listed, while on the one I sent it's not listed.

....just to share the info with you.
Really what's the checklist???
People that use Jame's shortcut, how would they send that one?

The checklist is what comes in Packet 3 from the embassy. It is a list of all necessary documents and forms that you must have prepared for your interview and bring with you.

You need to retrieve all the documentation and then return only the signed checklist stating that you are prepared with all documentation for the interview.

Hi Ales,

It is confusing for people as IR1/CR1 visas do not have a checklist - K visas do - IR1/CR1 visas (generally) do not.

You will not receive a checklist.

Here is the thing. A person who has applied for a K visa does not send their documents to NVC, they take them to the interview. Hence the 'checklist' of items they need to take with them to the interview.

Most consulates/embassies are now 'Appointment Posts' (yours is), which means NVC handles collecting the civil documents, fees and scheduling the interview - not to be confused with the K visa process. You will receive an interview letter which will tell you what you need to bring - normally 2 passport photos, your passport and medical.

You will also not receive a 'packet 3' or a 'packet 4' - which K visa persons also refer to.

As for the DS-230 - don't worry too much about it. The James version is not perfect and it doesn't have to be.

ds-2032 in james version one can either use email or straight mailing

yes the hard copy is not perfect. but almost every one is using the emailing it seem to work
depend on embassy they will send you an check list