milkywaynick

Does London Embassy support/ offer Direct Consular Filing?

Hi James, You are extremely welcomed. I am very excited for us US Expats abroad and I really wish for all of our respective successes in the most helpful and efficient way. I am glad you found the guide useful. This was the first time I have written a guide and I felt that given the technical nature of the process that I could support by providing my experience. I went to the embassy on two occasions because I had to do two separate passports for both of my children. Please allow up to 4 - 6 weeks for the return of your documents as times can vary and I don't want to l create any anxiety with specific time frames. But, rest assured, that you will be fine. Lastly, I hope there wasn't too much variance in the guide! Well done. Kind regards, Nick

Hi James! Great question and I was somewhat puzzled by this as well. I can confirm that DXC delivered my passport alongside my children's passports. The Social Security cards arrived a couple of weeks later. The turn around was maybe 2 - 3 weeks at most. You should be okay. If you need further reassurance then email the U.S. Embassy to get what was confirmed in writing for an audit trail if you deem it useful. I hope this helps and congratulations. Best wishes, Nick

You're absolutely welcome. Let me know if you need further help.

Repost: I am in a forum on Facebook called "American Ex-Pats UK". They have resources and you can search the group for their WhatsApp group called "US Embassy Alerts" which help notify you when appointments become available. There is a window when appointments are released (usually on Wednesdays and Thursdays). I managed to book two appointments back to back following cancellations. To be honest, I was on the US website and clicking refresh and they came up. You have to keep trying that way. There is a lot of support and more tips available there. You will find an appointment, trust me. I was incredibly worried but kept at it and they came.