Are DS-160 Application ID and Confirmation Number the Same?

Learn the difference between DS-160 application ID and confirmation number for your visa process.

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No, the DS-160 application ID and confirmation number are not the same. The application ID is generated when you start filling out the DS-160 form and is used to retrieve and edit the application if necessary. The confirmation number is received after submission and is required for scheduling visa appointments and other communications related to the visa application.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the DS-160 application ID used for? The DS-160 application ID is used to retrieve and edit your application after you have started filling out the form.
  2. How is the confirmation number for the DS-160 obtained? The confirmation number is received once you submit the DS-160 application form and is necessary for scheduling visa appointments.
  3. Are the DS-160 application ID and confirmation number interchangeable? No, the DS-160 application ID and confirmation number serve different purposes and are not interchangeable; one is for tracking the application while the other is for appointment scheduling.
  4. Where can I find my DS-160 confirmation number? You can find your DS-160 confirmation number on the confirmation page that appears after you complete your application submission.

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