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tywy_99

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Much thanks.

Still one more question: I still not get the DS-3032 form so my husband will send his via courier mail. Can I sign the form coming from him and send it to NVC? Want to get the bill before end of this month thats we are rushing.

Absolutely.

 

The information letter about the DS-3032 states that a copy sent to the petitioner can be sent or faxed to the applicant. Only the applicant can sign the DS-3032.

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Behold. The DS-2023.

 

 

THIS IS FORM DS-2023

PART FOUR OF THE COMPLETE RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE

THIS FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG

WITH FORMS DS-2020 THROUGH DS-2026

IF APPROPRIATE, USE FORM DS-2027 TO REPORT PRICES AT THE

EMBASSY/CONSULATE COMMISSARY

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

CLOTHING; PERSONAL CARE; FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD

ALL CLOTHING ITEMS SHOULD BE TYPES THAT WOULD BE PURCHASED BY A FAMILY OF THREE OR FOUR

PERSONS WITH AN INCOME OF $44,500.00 IN 2000. THIS TYPICAL FAMILY HAS BUDGET CONSTRAINTS IN

WASHINGTON, DC, AS WELL AS ABROAD.

DS-2023

Page 1 of 9

CATEGORY TAX RATE Specify the tax rate and the items it applies to in each

category. If some items in the category are affected by a

different tax rate, explain carefully in "comments".

Page 1 of 9 TAX INCLUDED...? Check "yes" or "no" to indicate whether the category tax rate

reported is already included in the reported prices or whether

it applies but has not been included. If the category tax rate

does not apply to the products in the sub-category, check

"N/A".

Page 1 of 9

MAN'S CLOTHING

(1) Slacks

(2) Shirt

Page 2 of 9

Page 3 of 9 Report jeans commonly worn by children aged 10-12.

Include prices for girls' or boys' jeans.

Exclude evening wear, suits, dresses, and items with

extravagant ornamentation (e.g., leather or fur trim).

Include the leather or simulated types commonly used for

office wear. Price by pair.

(3) Shoes, Man's Dress

WOMAN'S CLOTHING

(1) Blouse

(2) Skirt

Include only ready-made types, styles, and fabrics most

commonly used for office wear.

CHILD'S CLOTHING

(1) Jeans

FORM PAGE(S) SUBCATEGORY/ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Only include ready-made types, brands, and fabrics typically

worn to the office.

Exclude suits, evening wear, and items made with unusually

expensive fabrics (e.g., silk and cashmere).

Page 3 of 9 Report leather or other simulated types commonly used for

school wear by children aged 10-12.

(2) Athletic Shoes

Page 2 of 9

Exclude special purpose items such as tights and support

hose.

(3) Pantyhose Report only those types most frequently used.

DS-2023

04-2003

Page 4 of 9

TOILETRIES

(1) Toothpaste Report types most often purchased for normal tooth care.

Use 198 g. (7 oz.) size or the nearest equivalent size. If the

weight is not listed on the tube, estimate and report the length

and diameter of a tube.

Exclude special sensitive types and denture cleaners.

Instructions Page 1 of 4

DS-2023

ANY USE OF HOTEL SHOPS FOR ITEMS IN THE SUBCATEGORIES OF "DRY CLEANING" OR "HAIR SERVICES" MUST BE WARRANTED BY

LOCAL CONDITIONS AND FULLY EXPLAINED IN THE COMMENTS SECTIONS OF PAGES 5 AND 6 OF THE

FORM DS-2023.

Use package of 5-10 stainless steel twin blades or the nearest

equivalent.

Use box of 24 or the nearest equivalent.

Page 4 of 9 Price and identify the brands and types most commonly

purchased.

(3) Sanitary Napkins

Page 4 of 9 Price and identify types and brands most frequently used by

Americans.

(4) Hair Shampoo

Use 454 g. (16 oz.) size or the nearest equivalent.

Page 5 of 9 Report only "regular service" prices for laundering a man's

single cotton/polyester shirt commonly worn in the office.

DRY CLEANING

(1) Launder Man's Shirt

Excludes charges for special handling and laundering

evening-type dress shirts or unusual fabrics.

Page 5 of 9 Report only prices for dry cleaning a pair of man's slacks

commonly worn to the office.

(2) Cleaning Man's Slacks

Exclude charges for special handling, unusual fabrics, and

formal attire.

Page 5 of 9 Report costs at facilities available only to mission personnel,

such as Embassy Co-Op or local retailer's "diplomatic

discount."

Special Arrangements for

Government Employees

Page 6 of 9 Report prices for a man's regular haircut as well as the

average tip (%) in space provided.

HAIR SERVICES

(1) Haircut, Man's Regular

If any prices include other items or services, note this in the

comments section.

Page 4 of 9 Include twin blades, disposable razors, and/or cartridges.

Identify the type and number of blades in each package size

reported.

(2) Razor Blades

Instructions Page 2 of 4

Page 6 of 9 Report prices for a woman's regular shampoo/haircut and

woman's permanent; as well as the average tip (%) in spaces

provided.

(2) Shampoo, Haircut, and Blow Dry,

Woman's

(3) Permanent, Woman's

If any prices include other items or services, note this in the

comments section.

Page 6 of 9 Report prices for child's haircut. If the price varies by type of

cut or age of child, specify separately. Report average tip (%)

in space provided.

(4) Haircut, Child's

HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS REPORTED IN THIS SURVEY SHOULD BE ITEMS THAT WOULD BE ITEMS THAT

WOULD BE TYPICALLY PURCHASED BY THE AVERAGE FAMILY OF THREE OR FOUR PERSONS WITH AN

INCOME OF $44.500.00 IN 2000. THIS FAMILY HAS BUDGET CONSTRAINTS IN

WASHINGTON, DC, AS WELL AS ABROAD.

Ovens should be between 800-1000 watts and approximately

one cubic foot or 25-30 liters in capacity.

Specify wattage and capacity.

Page 7 of 9 Only basic mid-sized electric portable models should be

priced.

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

(1) Microwave, Portable

Exclude toaster ovens.

Page 7 of 9 Specify any discounts for cash purchases. Only report

pop-up types of bread toasters.

(2) Toaster, Two Slice

Exclude specialty types used to make expresso or

cappuccino.

Page 7 of 9 (3) Coffee Maker

Page 8 of 9 Report prices for electric automatic types commonly used by

Americans, and specify the capacity.

WASHING MACHINES

Specify any discounts for cash purchase or any extra costs for

delivery and installation.

Exclude fabric softeners, liquid hand wash cleaners, and

special purpose products.

Pages

8 - 9 of 9

Report brands and identify weights and sizes of liquid and/or

powdered laundry detergent purchased for household laundry

only.

HOUSEHOLD CONSUMABLES

(1) Laundry Detergent, Liquid and/or

Powdered

Exclude washer-dryer combinations.

Report prices for basic 10 - 12 cup coffee maker.

Page 6 of 9 Report costs at facilities available to only mission personnel,

such as Embassy Co-Op or local retailer's "diplomatic

discount".

HAIR SERVICES

Special Arrangements for

Government Employees

DS-2023 Instructions Page 3 of 4

Page 9 of 9 Report total price for local service. Under Fixed Cost, enter

the typical base monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly charge for

private residential local phone service. Be sure to specify the

number of local calls included in this service fee, or state if

zero.

TELEPHONE SERVICE

(1) Local Service

If there is an additional charge, identify the price and unit

(e.g., charge per call, minute, unit, or impulse.) Include the

number of seconds per unit or impulse. If price varies by

time of day, report both day and evening rates.

Exclude cellular services.

Page 9 of 9 Report rate for a three minute long distance call to the

continental U.S., either in a lump sum or per minute with any

connection fees. Include providing company's name.

(2) Long Distance Services

Pages

8 - 9 of 9

Be certain to state the number of sheets per roll, whether the

roll is single or double ply, and the number of rolls at each

price level.

(2) Toilet Tissue

Pages

8 - 9 of 9

Use package of 48 or price and specify the package count of

the nearest equivalent.

(3) Diapers, Disposable

Exclude diapers for children over age 2 and for adults.

Page 9 of 9 Report monthly costs of unlimited online service. If not

available, explain alternatives and include number of online

hours available at reported price. Include company's name.

(3) Internet Services

DS-2023 Instructions Page 4 of 4

CLOTHING

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Slacks, Man's Dress

2. Shirt, Man's Dress

3. Shoes, Man's Dress

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

CLOTHING

SUBCATEGORY: MEN'S CLOTHING

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Slacks, Man's Dress

2. Shirt, Man's Dress

BRAND, COUNTRY OF ORIGIN, AND DESCRIPTION PRICE

3. Shoes, Man's Dress

YES NO N/A

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

CATEGORY: CLOTHING

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

DS-2023

04-2003 Page 1 of 9

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Blouse, Woman's

2. Skirt, Woman's

3. Panty Hose, Woman's

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

CLOTHING (Continued)

CATEGORY: CLOTHING (CON'T)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

SUBCATEGORY: WOMEN'S CLOTHING

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Blouse, Woman's

2. Skirt, Woman's

BRAND, COUNTRY OF ORIGIN, AND DESCRIPTION PRICE

3. Panty Hose, Woman's

YES NO N/A

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

CLOTHING DS-2023 Page 2 of 9

19

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Jeans, Child's

2. Shoes, Child's

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

CLOTHING (Continued)

SUBCATEGORY: CHILDREN'S CLOTHING

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Jeans, Child's

2. Shoes, Child's

BRAND, COUNTRY OF ORIGIN, AND

DESCRIPTION PRICE

YES NO N/A

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

CATEGORY: CLOTHING (Con't)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

CLOTHING Page 1 of 9 CLOTHING DS-2023 Page 3 of 9

PERSONAL CARE

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Toothpaste (198g. / 7oz.)

2. Razor Blades

(pkg. of 5-10 twin blades)

3. Sanitary Napkins

(box of 24)

4. Hair Shampoo

(450ml/16 fluid oz.)

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

PERSONAL CARE

DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT PRICE

SUBCATEGORY: TOILETRIES

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Toothpaste (198g. / 7oz.)

2. Razor Blades

(pkg. of 5-10 twin blades)

3. Sanitary Napkins

(box of 24)

4. Hair Shampoo

(450ml/16 fluid oz.)

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

NO N/A YES

CATEGORY: PERSONAL CARE

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

DS-2023 Page 4 of 9

PERSONAL CARE

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Launder, Man's shirt

2. Dry Cleaning, Man's slacks

Comments:

SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

NAME(S):

1. Launder, Man's shirt

2. Dry Cleaning, Man's slacks

Comments:

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

PERSONAL CARE (Continued)

CATEGORY: PERSONAL CARE (Con't)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

SUBCATEGORY: DRY CLEANING

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

DESCRIPTION PRICE

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Launder, Man's shirt

2. Dry Cleaning, Man's slacks

YES NO N/A

DS-2023 Page 5 of 9

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

Comments:

SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

NAME(S):

Comments:

1. Haircut, Man's Regular

2. Shampoo, Haircut, and Blow Dry, Woman's

3. Permanent, Woman's

4. Haircut, Child's

1. Haircut, Man's Regular

2. Shampoo, Haircut, and Blow Dry, Woman's

3. Permanent, Woman's

4. Haircut, Child's

CATEGORY: PERSONAL CARE (Con't)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

SUBCATEGORY: HAIR SERVICES

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

DESCRIPTION PRICE

YES NO N/A

TIP

1. Haircut, Man's Regular

2. Shampoo, Haircut, and Blow Dry, Woman's

3. Permanent, Woman's

4. Haircut, Child's

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

PERSONAL CARE (Continued)

PERSONAL CARE DS-2023 Page 6 of 9

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD

CATEGORY: FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Microwave, Portable

2. Toaster, Two Slice

3. Coffee Maker

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

2. Toaster, Two Slice

3. Coffee Maker

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

SUBCATEGORY: HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Microwave, Portable

BRAND AND DESCRIPTION PRICE

YES NO N/A

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

DS-2023 Page 7 of 9

Comments:

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

Comments:

SUBCATEGORY:HOUSEHOLD

CONSUMABLES

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE? BRAND AND DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

YES NO N/A

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

UNIT PRICE

Washing Machine

(specify capacity)

Typical

Substitute

Economy

1. Laundry Detergent,

Liquid or Powdered

(ml/fl.oz. or gr./oz.)

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

2. Toilet Tissue (specify #

of rolls and sheets per

roll)

3. Diapers, Disposable

(package of 48)

Comments:

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD (Continued)

CATEGORY: FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD (Con't)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

Washing Machine

(specify capacity)

Typical

Substitute

Economy

SUBCATEGORY:WASHING MACHINE

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

MOST FREQUENTLY USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

BRAND AND DESCRIPTION PRICE

YES NO N/A

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD DS-2023 Page 8 of 9

RETAIL PRICE SCHEDULE, PART 4

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD (Continued)

CATEGORY: FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD (CON'T)

CATEGORY TAX RATE:

Providing Company's Name:

Comments:

Typical

Substitute

Economy

Typical

Substitute

Economy

2. Toilet Tissue (specify #

of rolls and sheets

per roll)

3. Diapers, Disposable

(package of 48)

SECOND MOST USED OUTLET

NAME(S):

1. Laundry Detergent,

Liquid or Powdered

(ml/fl.oz. or gr./oz.)

Typical

Substitute

Economy

SUBCATEGORY: HOUSEHOLD

CONSUMABLES

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE? BRAND AND DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

YES NO N/A

UNIT PRICE

Report monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly service fee in the fixed price column. In the second column, report the number of local calls, if any, included in the service

fee or state if zero. If none are included in the service fee, report cost of local telephone call in the third column. Provide length of call in the fourth column. If price

varies by time of day, report both day and evening rates.

DESCRIPTION

1. Local Service Call Charge

FIXED

COST

NUMBER OF

LOCAL

CALLS

INCLUDED IN

FIXED COST

PRICE

PER

ADDITIONAL

LOCAL

CALL

LENGTH

OF

LOCAL

CALL

Comments:

Fixed Cost is for monthly bi-monthly quarterly service.

SUBCATEGORY: TELEPHONE

SERVICE

(Local, International Long

Distance & Internet Services)

2. Three minute Long Distance Call to the U.S.

3. Internet Service

Providing Company's Name:

Comments:

Report monthly costs for unlimited Internet Service.

Comments:

Report costs associated with a three minute call to the continental United States, either in a lump sum or per minute with any connection fees.

YES NO N/A

Cost:

Cost:

FURNISHINGS/HOUSEHOLD DS-2023 Page 9 of 9

TAX INCLUDED IN REPORTED PRICE?

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