All About OFC Appointment for a US Student Visa

    Updated on: 12 Sep 2023 8 min read


    Basic knowledge about the Offset Facilitation Center is a must for US-going students or aspirants.

    In this blog, you will read about what is an OFC appointment US visa, documents to be submitted at the OFC, things to keep in mind while visiting an OFC, and the OFCs in India.
    Let's understand what is an OFC and what to expect during an OFC appointment US visa.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What do I need to bring to my OFC appointment?

    To schedule an OFC appointment, you need the following documents:

    • Your passport
    • Appointment confirmation copy
    • The stamped DS-160 form
    • Visa application fee receipt

    You must bring the hard copies of these documents .

    What is OFC full form?

    OFC is elaborated as Offset Facilitation Center. Collects the biometric data and other relevant documents of an applicant prior to the visa consulate interview.

    How do I schedule an OFC appointment?

    The following are the steps to schedule an OFC appointment:

    1. Go to ustraveldocs.Com. Select “Schedule My Appointment”  and scroll down.
    2. Click on “Schedule an appointment”.
    3. You can register as a new user or login if already registered.

    What is the fee for an OFC appointment?

    There is no additional fee for an OFC appointment. It is included within the visa fee.

    What happens if I miss my OFC appointment?

    You can reschedule the appointment after 24 hours from the earlier date. You can reschedule the appointment if any inconvenience arises. 

    Is OFC and visa Appointment the same?

    The OFC appointment and visa interview are not the same. OFC appointment is to collect the necessary data. The visa interview is the next step after the OFC appointment.
     



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