US Visa

[aaron1867]

So, I need a visa and encountered a problem.

I've just got a new passport, but when making an attempt to change my passport number, it doesn't let me as the number doesn't match with the DS160 number. Does the new passport number mean I have to start the DS160 form again?

Thanks

[tikay]

Think you just need an ESTA Aaron, effectively that is your visa.

Takes about 2 minutes to fill in & costs just $14. Should be approved within 72 hours.

Whatever you do, be 100% truthful & correct with your answers - these people should not be messed with, no ESTA = no flight = no trip.

Here you go;

 
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/

[aaron1867]

I can't do the ESTA route no more

[tikay]

Ahh, OK, well I can't assist then.

Good luck.

[tonytats]

A new passport means a new application for an esta
So I guess it's the same for a visa ?

[4KSuited]

If you have a valid VISA but it's in an old passport, you just need to take both passports with you. This is standard procedure for those who travel so much that they fill up all the pages in their passport before the expiry date. It would be unreasonable to expect people to re-apply for new Visa's just because they've had to get a new passport.

I frequently see Indian nationals with 2 or more passports rubber-banded together simply for this reason.

If you're unsure, or want to double-check, contact the US Embassy in London - although I expect they're busy at the moment.

Alternatively, I can do the double-check for you tomorrow at Heathrow.

[aaron1867]

I haven't got a visa at the minute. But I've created an account on the US EMBASSY website with all relevant information but never gone for appointments. However, it has my old passport details on it & ds160 bar code, which have to match. Now, I have a new passport and obviously they need this information and I can't seem to update it on the embassy website! Absolutely no clue what to do, I've phoned them & got an email address, but that can take days. In a bit of a Rush too

[4KSuited]

In that case, I would start a new DS160 application using the new passport number if you haven't already made any advance payment.

I'll see what I can find out for you tomorrow; although I suspect it will be limited info in view of the fact that it's about the application process.

[aaron1867]

In that case, I would start a new DS160 application using the new passport number if you haven't already made any advance payment.

I'll see what I can find out for you tomorrow; although I suspect it will be limited info in view of the fact that it's about the application process.

Appreciate any help. But I've already made the advance payment & it doesn't let me change any details.

[EvilPie]

You appear to be answering your own question every time you respond to someone's suggestion.

[4KSuited]

In that case, I would start a new DS160 application using the new passport number if you haven't already made any advance payment.

I'll see what I can find out for you tomorrow; although I suspect it will be limited info in view of the fact that it's about the application process.

Appreciate any help. But I've already made the advance payment & it doesn't let me change any details.

Ok. You need to contact a person at the US Embassy - yes, I know it will not be easy - in order that they can amend your passport number on the application. There's no other way, unless you want to start a new application & pay again.