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What challenges did I face while applying for a DTV e-visa as a remote worker from the Los Angeles embassy?

Kuripot *****
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I would like to tell you my experience out of the Los Angeles embassy. I just received my DTV e-visa today on Oct 30, 2024. I first applied as a remote worker on September 11, 2024. On September 27, 2024 I received an email that said this: "Your visa application has been rejected. Please reapply visa, the name on the application is incorrect." I am certain it was correct, so I was kind of angry. I advise everyone to take screen shots of every page as you fill out the application and double and triple check it and make sure it is correct. On October 3, 2024 I paid another $400 and applied again making absolutely sure it was correct. On October 4, I got an email requesting further documentation. They wanted my most recent tax return and business registration of the company. The tax return was no problem, but the business registration was a problem because I am not a business owner, I am an employee! A few days later, I sent them my tax return and a letter from my employer stating that I am permitted to work as a remote worker. I did not send the business registration because I didn't have access to that as an employee. A week later I got another request for a business registration even though I explained I am not the business owner. Luckily, I was able to obtain a seller's permit from the California State Board of Equalization from my employer and sent it off to them. A few days later I received my DTV. If you are applying for this visa as a remote worker employee, make sure you have access to a business registration of your employer or you will probably waste $400. Once again, also make sure to enter all the information on your application correctly, or that will cost you another $400 also.
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The user shares their experience applying for a DTV e-visa as a remote worker through the Los Angeles embassy, detailing the challenges faced during the process, including a visa rejection due to alleged incorrect information and the requirement for a business registration document. They emphasize the importance of ensuring all application details are accurate and having necessary documentation ready, especially from employers. Comments from others highlight similar experiences and the need to consult the embassy's specific requirements before applying.
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“Visa fee is non-refundable, please double check all information before submitting, especially if your device is using auto fill or auto correct. Mismatch information will be rejected as the officers are not able to edit any information entered by the applicant. Applicants will have to re-submit and the Visa fee is non-refundable.”

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It is very clear written on the LA Embassy website, and everybody should very thoroughly read the website of the Embassy they apply at, BEFORE applying.
Akram ************
Akram ************
I got requested the same documents and it felt weird. My employer provided me with their IRS registration and it was accepted
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
Good that you got it sorted out. Business registration doc requirements is Embassy specific; A lot of posts show DTV approvals for online work given without business registration info.

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