What Should You Do If the Waiver Review Division Requests More Information?
Current DOS instructions direct applicants to email requested information as PDF documents from the email address of record to 212eWaiver@state.gov and identify the applicant and waiver case number in the subject line.
WRD contacts the applicant by email
DOS states that if additional information is needed, the Waiver Review Division will contact the applicant through the email address provided on the DS-3035.
Respond with PDF documents
Current Step 5 instructions direct applicants to submit the requested information as PDF documents.
Use the email address of record
DOS instructs the applicant to send the response from the email address listed on Form DS-3035.
Identify the case clearly
The current DOS model subject line includes the applicant's name and waiver case number so the response can be matched to the correct file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does requested information go?
Current DOS instructions direct responses to 212eWaiver@state.gov.
What format should the documents use?
PDF.
Should I send the response from a different email address?
DOS instructs applicants to use the email address of record on the DS-3035.
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