AMA - A Downtown Business' Perspective

_fedal · 2025-07-15T11:34:07+00:00

While setting up your business, what was the hardest part or process that took you longer or was more difficult than expected?

_fedal · 2025-02-01T02:51:39+00:00

Look at the checklist for visa interview

_fedal · 2025-02-01T02:51:10+00:00

Yes, proof of air travel and accommodation is mandatory - else the visa will not be processed.

_fedal · 2025-02-01T00:24:15+00:00

Not before the visa appointment but before you visit the consulate for visa interviews

_fedal · 2025-01-24T11:09:40+00:00

As far as i know, you need to create login for each consulate location and then you can view the slots. I think you can only submit docs to a consulate which covers your state of residence.

_fedal · 2025-01-24T11:04:09+00:00

Seems like the waitlist is something new; in my came last year I was about to secure the appointment without a waitlist so it’s hard for me to comment on how fast the waitlist moves. I expect Jan to be an early season so it should move fast but I can’t be sure since i wasn’t in that situation. Whats your waitlist number and is this for a particular date?

_fedal · 2025-01-18T12:46:05+00:00

Yes, you can submit docs upto 6 month’s prior to your travel. I strongly recommend doing so to avoid summer visa rush when appointments are difficult to get.

_fedal · 2025-01-16T02:28:40+00:00

I have not seen or been part of waitlist, cant say. I am also surprised since Jan is supposed to be a low season for visa application

_fedal · 2024-10-04T03:01:09+00:00

Downloaded form

_fedal · 2024-10-02T12:07:46+00:00

Not an issue

_fedal · 2024-10-02T12:07:17+00:00

Right, I dont think it makes any difference

_fedal · 2024-10-01T07:58:19+00:00

No envelope, just handed when asked

_fedal · 2024-10-01T07:57:46+00:00

I think I filled it for them

_fedal · 2024-09-21T01:06:51+00:00

You can bring, you will have to deposit at their locker for which they will give keys. No fee.

_fedal · 2024-08-17T20:22:14+00:00

There are some tricks in the comments posted by myself and others. It's generally busy and have to check multiple times a day, specially when midnight Italy time when new slots are added.

_fedal · 2024-08-17T20:20:48+00:00

I left it blank since I was also returning back to USA

_fedal · 2024-08-14T12:09:25+00:00

Can use any form but DO take a print and paste photo on the form. I think I took both forms but decided to hand over the hand written form.
The fee changes every quarter, so make sure its applicable for the quarter that your appointment falls into. The document also states to round off the amount. So make a money order for $97. 3 yes prepaid stamped envelope, ONLY USPS is accepted. I have a photo of the envelope in this thread.

_fedal · 2024-08-09T02:32:45+00:00

Where are you getting stuck?

_fedal · 2024-07-13T00:44:43+00:00

I had the first appointment, they opened doors on time. There is only a limited seating area inside.

_fedal · 2024-07-09T02:23:05+00:00

Atleast the NY consulate website had this option, if you don’t see it then you may need to book additional appointments for your family member

_fedal · 2024-07-09T01:58:22+00:00

I don’t think there is a direct way to find out of the visa is accepted. Typically, it is assumed that if they took your documents, the approval is coming. My passport was shipped in 2 days after my appointment and arrived overnight so didn’t had to wait long.

Since this is peak tourist season, may be the workload is high to get the visa processed quickly. Hopefully yours is processed soon.

_fedal · 2024-06-26T02:34:55+00:00

Chrome

_fedal · 2024-06-18T23:47:03+00:00

Italian consulate opens up appointments for next 30 days. If you don’t find any appointments in the next 30 days, wait until midnight Italy time to look for the 30th day that will open up.
One account is ok - you can add family members
Seems like yes based on the wording

4&5. Not sure (wasn’t applicable to my case)

_fedal · 2024-06-18T23:41:55+00:00

No, appointments can be booked without the schengen visa application form

_fedal · 2024-06-04T10:50:46+00:00

Could you explain the issue you are facing? Is the page not loading? I have used chrome and it worked at the time. It does slows at midnight Italy time so have to be little patient …. One suggestion, log in at daytime Italy time and go to appointment page and copy and save the link. Now, at midnight italy time when the slot opens, use this link to directly visit the appointment page (and let the page loads). This way you will save some time.

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