I just spent 7 weeks in the US and followed the process as above but called for an appointment with a FSDO. The receptionist at the FSDO asked me to send an email to request an appointment with an inspector. I received an acknowledgement via email but no appointment was made despite me phoning multiple times. I was told the inspector would make contact with me for an appointment that didnt happen.. The verification was the easy part.
I had hoped to do the CPL tests while I was there or convert my ATPL but I couldn't find anyone who would tell me what exams I needed to sit.
I returned back to Australia without a FAA license. Better luck next time.