Form DS-156K

[Rod & Dana 0]

On the DS-156K form to send to the Consulate, it states that certain items must be attached such as my birth certificate, etc. Do these items need to be attached when I send the package to the Consulate, or when I show up for my interview? I've tried to contact the Consulate, but they no longer offer live phone support and so I would like to know before I part with my ID. Does anyone know for sure, or know who/where I can contact to find out? Thanks guys...

PS- bummed out about the crazy wait to get an interview. I was told in the letter 4-6 months and on the recorded telephone message that it was 5-7 months. I was looking for a 1 month wait. Also does anyone know any way it can be expedited?

[Stephen + Elisha 92]

DS-156K pertains to the consular interview stage... moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion

[dutchmatt 1]

I just sent my P3 into Montreal. I only sent in the forms listed on the front page. I believe everything else goes with you to the interview. You can always try to email them montrel-iv-dv@state.gov

I know, the wait it retarded! I'm in the same boat as you. The only way you can get an expedite is if there's some life-or-death emergency, illness or military duty. Trust me - I just tried to get one myself!

Maybe I'll see you in line at my interview....in Marcch

[Spoom 8]

Just send the forms and the checklist. They're not clear about it, but the point of the checklist is for you to verify to them that yes, you have obtained the rest of the items and will be able to bring them to the interview. I don't think you have to send them in packet 3; I mean, Montreal couldn't possibly expect you to go "four to six months" (it's actually much less from the stats here, they're just highballing it so as not to disappoint) without a birth certificate.

Remember that you need the long form birth certificate, not the "card" version.

Edited September 9, 2009 by Spoom