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The DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application form, is for temporary travel to the United States, and for K (fiancé(e)) visas. Form DS-160 is submitted electronically to the Department of State website via the Internet. Consular Officers use the information entered on the DS-160 to process the visa application and, combined with a personal interview, determine an applicant’s eligibility for a nonimmigrant visa.
Visa applicants must submit a completed DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application for all nonimmigrant visa categories, including applicants applying for K visas. ( Note: For K visa cases in process at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate prior to October 7, 2013, review the limited exceptions explained in the FAQs below.)
Review the Frequently Asked Questions for instructions about using the DS-160.
Access the online DS-160 by clicking: Consular Electronic Application Center website .
Important Notice to Visa Applicants: After you have completed the DS-160, you must take these next steps below:
- Print and keep the DS-160 barcode page. (You will not need to print the full application.)
- You must schedule a visa interview appointment. (The U.S. Embassy or Consulate does not schedule an appointment for you.) Visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website where you will be interviewed for country-specific instructions.;
- Pay the visa application processing fee . Review country-specific instructions on the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website.
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DS-160 Form for US Visa: Everything You Need to Know
Updated: September 8, 2023
If you are applying for a US visa, you must complete the DS-160 form. Filling out the DS-160 form is a mandatory requirement for all US nonimmigrant visa applications such as the B1/B2.
The US Department of State uses form DS-160 along with the visa interview to determine your eligibility for a US visa. It’s important to complete this form accurately and honestly.
In this article, you will learn everything about the DS-160 form, the documents needed and how to complete it.
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What is ds-160 form.
DS-160 form is an online nonimmigrant visa application form for the United States. It’s a mandatory form for all US nonimmigrant visa applications such as the B1/B2. Completing this form is the first step in the US visa application process.
It’s a lengthy form so it can take about 60-90 minutes to fill. The form will ask for details about your personal information, travel plans, travel history, education, work, etc. For a sample form, take a look at this sample DS-160 on the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website.
Who Must Fill DS-160 Form?
If you are applying for a nonimmigrant visa for the US such as a B1/B2, you must fill out the DS-160 form. This form is required for all US nonimmigrant visa applicants regardless of their age or nationality.
Form DS-160 is the first step in the US visa application process. This is an online form that can take about 60-90 minutes to fill.
It’s important to fill this form accurately and honestly. Providing false or misleading information can lead to visa refusal or a temporary ban.
Where to Fill DS-160 Form?
To fill out the form DS-160, visit Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. This is the only website authorized for completing and submitting the form DS-160.
A Word of Caution Third parties are allowed to fill out the application on your behalf. But I highly recommend filling out the form yourself to avoid any errors.
Technical Requirements to Fill Out Form DS-160
Before you start filling out your form DS-160, ensure that you have the necessary technical requirements.
- Device Compatibility: You need a computer or laptop. It’s a lengthy form with several sections. It’s cumbersome to fill it out on a phone or tablet. Use a computer or laptop.
- Browser Compatibility: You need a major browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox or Internet Explorer. It also works on Safari and Microsoft Edge, but I highly recommend using Google Chrome.
- Internet Connection: You need a stable and reliable internet connection. A slow and unstable internet can cause the form to load slowly or freeze. This can lead to frustration and delays.
- Software Requirements: You need a PDF reader installed on your computer. A PDF reader is necessary to view and print your confirmation page. If you do not have one, download Adobe Acrobat Reader .
- Other Technical Requirements: Disable popups and download blockers on your browser. These blockers can prevent downloading your confirmation page.
Documents Required to Fill Out DS-160 Form
You must have the following documents ready before filling out your form DS-160. The form is long and requires a lot of information. Make sure to keep these documents and information handy before you start the application.
- Valid passport: You need a valid passport. The validity requirements for the passport depend on your nationality. Refer to the six-month club update on the CBP website for current passport validity requirements for US visa applications.
- Old passports (if any): You need your old passports to fill out the information on any previously issued US visas and travel history in the last 5 years.
- Digital photo: You need one digital photo as per the US visa photo requirements . Otherwise, you must carry two copies of 2-inch x 2-inch (50mmx50mm) photos to your personal interview.
- Travel itinerary: You need your US travel itinerary such as the date of arrival, length of the trip, etc. If you had made travel arrangements already, you would need your flight and hotel details as well.
- National ID: You need your National ID as you would need to fill in your national ID number.
- SSN or ITIN: If you have lived in the US before, you need to fill out your SSN or ITIN information. You need these documents handy as well.
- Employment history documents: You need information about your employment history starting from your current employer and past two employers.
- Education history documents: You need information about your education starting from your highest education all the way to high school.
- Travel history documents: You need information about the countries you have traveled in the last 5 years.
- Other Information: You also need information about your family, travel companions, social media accounts and the details of your US contact person.
Form DS-160 Fee
There is no fee to fill out form DS-160. This is only the first step in your US visa application process. You will pay the visa fee of $185 in the next step, which is scheduling your visa interview.
Form DS-160 Processing Time
There is no processing time for form DS-160. When you submit your form, the confirmation page is displayed immediately.
Again, keep in mind that filling out this form is only the first step in your US visa application process. You would still need to schedule and attend your visa interview.
Form DS-160 Validity
The validity of your DS-160 form depends on whether you are still filling it out or already submitted it.
Unsubmitted: Form DS-160 is valid for 30 days from the day of starting the application. You must complete and submit your form within this time period. After 30 days, the form will expire, and you will need to complete a new form.
Submitted: Form DS-160 is valid for one year from the day of submission. You must use this submitted DS-160 to schedule your interview within one year.
DS-160 Confirmation Number
When you submit your completed DS-160 form, you will receive a confirmation page with a unique 10-digit barcode. This barcode is your DS-160 confirmation number. You must make a note of this 10-digit code. You would need this to schedule your visa appointment.
How to Fill Out DS-160 Form?
Below are the various sections of the form DS-160 and the information required to fill out each section.
Section 01: Getting Started
Start your DS-160 form by going to the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. Select the location and click on “Start An Application”. Make a note of the Application ID displayed.
Section 02: Personal
Enter your personal details such as your name, gender, date of birth, marital status, nationality, national ID number and US social security number (if you have one).
Section 03: Address and Phone
Enter your home and mailing address, phone and email addresses.
Section 04: Passport
Enter your passport details such as the passport number, place of issue, date of issue and expiration.
Section 05: Travel
Enter the purpose of your trip, details of your travel plans and whether you or some else is paying for the trip.
Section 06: Travel Companions
Enter the details of your travel companions. If you will be traveling by yourself, simply select “No” and move on to the next section.
Section 07: Previous U.S. Travel
Enter information about your previous US visa and US travel details. If you have never been to the US, select “No” and move on to the next section.
Section 08: U.S. Contact
Enter the information about your point of contact in the US. If you are a tourist, enter the details of your hotel or family/friend where you will stay.
Section 09: Family
Enter your father’s and mother’s information and details of any relatives that you have in the US.
Section 10: Work / Education / Training
Enter your employment, education and travel history information. This section is applicable only to certain applicants. If you do not see this section, simply move on to the next section.
Section 11: Security and Background
In this section, read and answer each and every security question. Every security question is important so make sure to answer accurately.
Section 12: Photo
In this section, upload your photo as per the photo requirements. This section is not applicable to applicants from certain countries. So if this section is not shown, move on to the next one.
Section 13: Review
In this section, review the information you have entered so far. This section will have 7 subsections, so take your time and review each and every detail for accuracy. Past this step, you cannot correct any information.
Section 14: Sign and Submit
In this section, electronically sign application and submit it. If someone helped you in filling out the form, enter their details and electronically sign the form.
To make this process easier, I have prepared a step-by-step guide with screenshots on how to fill DS-160 form . Refer to this guide and follow along.
How to Print DS-160 Confirmation Page?
After you submit your form DS-160, a confirmation page will be displayed. Click on the “Print Confirmation” button to print it on a letter size or A4 sheet. If you do not have access to a printer, save it as a PDF so you can print it later.
If you have already submitted your DS-160 but did not print your confirmation page, follow the below steps.
- Step 1: Go to the CEAC website and click on the “Retrieve an Application” button.
- Step 2: Enter your 10-digit application ID number (DS-160 confirmation number) and click on “Retrieve Application”. This will retrieve your submitted DS-160.
- Step 3: Click on the “Print Application Confirmation” button. A new window will open, displaying your confirmation page.
- Step 4: Click on the “Print” button to print your DS-160 confirmation. If you do not have access to a printer, save the confirmation page as a PDF so you can print it later.
After printing, keep the confirmation page in your records as you will need this for your visa interview appointment.
How to Retrieve DS-160 Form After Submission?
Follow the below steps to retrieve a DS-160 form after submission.
- Step 2: Enter your 10-digit application ID (also called DS-160 confirmation number) and click on “Retrieve Application”. This will retrieve your submitted DS-160.
You can edit the form or print the confirmation from here.
How to Edit DS-160 Form After Submission?
Follow the below steps to edit a DS-160 form after submission.
- Step 3: Click on the “Create a New Application” button. This will create a new form DS-160 and auto-populate the information from your old DS-160.
- Step 4: Make edits where necessary and submit the form. A new DS-160 confirmation will be displayed. Click on the “Print” button to print this new confirmation page.
How to fill out DS-160 for a family?
If you are applying for a US nonimmigrant visa as a family, each family member must submit a separate form DS-160. Follow these steps for completing the form for everyone in the family.
- Step 1: Start your (primary applicant) DS-160 form first. Add your family members as your travel companions.
- Step 2: After submitting your form, on the “thank you” page, you will be given the option to create DS-160 forms for your family members.
- Step 3: Follow the on-screen instructions from there, some of the common information (such as travel dates, companions, etc) will be copied over to your family members’ forms. This saves time and helps to avoid making mistakes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does it take to fill out the ds-160.
It takes about 60-90 minutes to complete the DS-160. If you don’t have the information required handy, it can take days to fill out the form. In such a case, you can save the form and revisit it as and when you gather the information necessary.
Do I need to complete DS-160 before visa appointment?
Yes, you must complete and submit form DS-160 before your visa appointment. Completing the DS-160 form is a prerequisite to scheduling a visa appointment.
Can someone else complete the DS-160 on my behalf?
Yes, someone else can complete your DS-160 on your behalf. But they must identify themselves at the end of the application within the “Sign and Submit” section. After which, you must personally review and sign the completed form before submitting it.
Can I make changes to my DS-160 form after submission?
Once you submit your DS-160 form, you cannot make any changes to it. However, you can create a new form and submit it with the correct information. You can pre-fill the new form DS-160 by using “Retrieve Application” with your old DS-160 Application ID.
What is an online nonimmigrant visa application?
Form DS-160 is also referred to as a nonimmigrant visa application form. The US Department of State assigns a number to each immigration form and hence the name DS-160. DS may stand for Department of State but there is no official documentation to confirm.
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What is Form DS-160?
Form DS-160 also called the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, is an online form used to apply for temporary U.S. visas including the B-1/B-2 visitor visas , and also for K (fiancé(e)) visas . The electronic form collects personal, educational, professional, and other information (such as your passport number).
The DS-160 form is an essential part of the visa application process because it provides the U.S. Department of State with the necessary information to determine whether or not an applicant is eligible for a nonimmigrant visa. It’s important that it is completed correctly.
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Though there is no cost to file the DS-160, you still have to pay the fees for the specific visa for which you’re applying.
- For most non-petition-based nonimmigrant visas, such as tourist, business, or TN visas, the fee is $185.
- For petition-based visas, the fee is typically $190.
These fees vary depending on the type of visa, so be sure to check which fees apply to your specific situation.
There is no processing time for Form DS-160. Once you’re done filling it out online, you simply print the confirmation page and bring that with you to your visa interview.
If the application is approved during the interview, the average processing time for Tourism and Visitor visas is 7-10 working days, plus time for delivery.
Everyone who plans to visit the United States on a temporary visa, such as the B1/B2 visitor visa, or who is coming to the United States on a K-1 visa in order to get married, must complete and file Form DS 160. Mexican citizens applying for a TN visa also need to fill out and submit Form DS-160 (Canadian citizens applying for a TN visa do not need to file the DS-160).
Each visitor, including a child, needs their own DS-160. If an applicant is aged 16 or younger, or is physically unable to complete the form themselves, they can be helped by a third party. That person must be identified at the end of Form DS-160, on the “Sign and Submit” page.
In order to complete Form DS-160, you will need your:
- Travel itinerary
- National ID number issued by your home country
- Social Security number or U.S. Taxpayer ID if you have one
You will also need access to your travel and employment history, as well as simple biographical information about your family members and travel companions.
If you’re coming to the United States to study, you will need a copy of your SEVIS ID , which you can find on your I-20 or DS-2019, along with the address of the school or college you’ll be attending. Temporary workers should keep a copy of their I-129 handy if they have one.
Finally, you will need a recent photograph that meets U.S. government guidelines saved digitally on the computer you’ll use to complete the form.
Form DS-160 must be filled in and filed online on the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. CEAC is a Department of State online application center where applicants can submit forms, fees, and documents. There is no paper version of Form DS-160. You can view a sample Form DS-160 to help you prepare, but you must still complete the online version. The government estimates that it will take roughly 90 minutes to complete the form.
You can save your progress as you complete Form DS-160, and return to it later as long as you complete the process within 30 days. You can also save your DS-160 to your computer’s hard drive and upload it again when you’re ready to continue.
If you’re completing multiple DS-160s for your family, you can create a family application that will automatically fill in some details for each family member. To do this, first, complete one DS-160. On the “Thank You” page that follows the confirmation page, you’ll see an option to create a family application. Remember, while this will automatically complete some parts of the DS-160 for each family member, everyone still needs their own individual DS-160.
Getting started
To fill out Form DS-160, you will begin by choosing the location where you’re applying for your visa. Don’t worry too much about this: if you have to travel unexpectedly while your application is pending, you’ll be able to schedule your interview at whatever embassy or consulate is most convenient, even if it’s in a location other than the one you first chose.
On the next page, you will see your Application ID. You will also be asked to provide the answer to a security question. Write these down and keep them safe: together, they will let you access your application again later.
You can also find your Application ID on the top right corner of each page of the DS-160. If you forget your Application ID, you can retrieve it online using your security question.
Remember that your saved Form DS-160 will only remain available for 30 days. If you need more time, you can download your DS-160 to your computer and upload it again later.
Now, let’s go through Form DS-160 section by section.
Part 1: Personal Information
In the first part of Form DS-160, you will provide personal information such as your name, date of birth, and marital status.
You will also be asked for your nationality, your passport or national identification number(s), and your U.S. social security number or taxpayer ID number, if you have them
Part 2: Travel Information
In this section, you will explain your travel plans, including the purpose of your trip to the United States, your dates of arrival and departure, and the U.S. address at which you will stay. If you don’t have specific plans, you can provide estimated dates.
Part 3: Travel Companions
Here, you can fill in the details of anyone traveling with you. This might include family, friends, or members of an organized tour group. You don’t need to include work colleagues traveling with you. Either way, remember that everyone who travels still needs their own Form DS-160.
Part 4: Previous U.S. Travel
Next, you will be asked if you have ever visited the United States before. If you have, you’ll need to provide dates and details.
You’ll also need to indicate if you’ve ever been denied a U.S. visa, or if you’ve ever filed an immigrant petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Part 5: Address and Phone Number
This section is straightforward: simply enter your current address, phone number, and email address. You can enter an alternate mailing address if you wish.
You will also be asked to list all the social media accounts you’ve used over the past 5 years. You don’t need to provide passwords, but you should list all the “handles” or user IDs you’ve used on sites like Twitter and Facebook. This is a recent addition to the DS-160, with USCIS officials now required to check your social media activity while reviewing your application.
Part 6: Passport Information
On this page, you will be asked for your passport information. You may be asked for a “Passport Book Number,” sometimes also called an “inventory control number.” Not all passports have this number, so if your country doesn’t use them just check “Does Not Apply.”
You will also be asked if you have ever had a passport lost or stolen. If you have, you’ll have to supply further details.
Part 7: U.S. Point Of Contact
In this section, you’ll list a person in the United States who knows you and can verify your identity. If you don’t yet know anyone in the United States, don’t worry — you can simply submit the name of any business or organization you intend to visit during your trip.
Part 8: Relatives
Next, you will provide basic details about your father and mother. You may also be asked to provide details of any family members currently in the United States.
If you are married, you will also be asked for your spouse’s name, date of birth, nationality, and home address.
Part 9: Work, Education, and Training
In this section, you will fill in the details about your occupation, educational background, and employment history going back 5 years.
You will also be asked for your travel history, and for details about any special skills you possess, or any military groups, charities, or professional organizations of which you have been a member.
Part 10: Security and Background Information
Here, you will answer “yes” or “no” to 25 questions on security and background issues. Make sure you read these questions carefully and take care when answering, as mistakes here could adversely affect your application.
Part 11: Applicant Photo
You will need to upload a photo of yourself that conforms to U.S. Department of State guidelines . Once you’ve uploaded the photo you’ll be able to adjust the size and crop the image to make sure it fits the requirements.
The photo you submit when you file your DS-160 isn’t a substitute for the passport-style photo required for many visa applications. You will still need to bring a printed photograph to your visa interview.
Part 12: Review, Confirm Location, Sign, and Submit
Almost done! You will now be asked to review the entire form. This is the last opportunity to check whether your answers are accurate. You will then be asked to confirm the location from which you are applying so that your application can be sent to the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate. Finally, you will be asked to read some terms and conditions, and then submit the form.
After submitting the form, you will click “next” to access your official confirmation page. You must print the confirmation page and present it to consular officials at the time of your interview.
After filing Form DS-160, you will need to print the confirmation page. This will be required when you interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate. If you forgot to print your confirmation page when you first filled out DS-160, you can log in again using your Application ID and security question in order to print it out.
Your Form DS-160 will then be sent to the appropriate embassy or consulate for processing. You should check with your local embassy or consulate for information about how to schedule your visa interview. When you attend your interview, you’ll need to bring your DS-160 confirmation page with you, along with any other forms or documents required for your specific visa.
You can check the status of your DS-160 application at any time by visiting the U.S. Department of State website .
There is no fee to file Form DS-160. However, you will still need to pay the fees for the visa you’re applying for.
All individuals applying for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States are required to complete Form DS-160. This includes applicants for tourist visas, business visas, student visas, and work visas.
You can access the DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Application Form) on the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. You will need to create an account and login before you can begin filling out the form.
You will need your passport, travel itinerary, national ID number issued by your home country, dates for the last five trips you took to the U.S., employment history, and a photo that meets government requirements.
The amount of time it takes to complete Form DS-160 varies depending on the individual applicant. However, it is generally recommended that you allow at least one hour to complete the form.
You sign the DS-160 electronically by clicking the “Sign Application” button at the bottom of the form.
No, you are only required to bring your printed DS-160 confirmation page showing your application ID number to your interview.
Yes, you can print another copy of your DS-160 confirmation page on the CEAC website. Select the embassy or consulate at which you’re applying and click “Option C-Retrieve Application” on the Getting Starting page. Once you enter your Application ID number you will be able to view and print your confirmation page.
Yes, all individuals who are applying for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States are required to complete Form DS-160, regardless of whether they are applying for a new visa or a renewal of their existing visa
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In this section you will be required to enter information about your present address and contact information and then we’ll move on to your travel plans. Many clients ask whether they should use their UK address or their American address, if they have one. The best advice is to always put your UK (foreign address) address, unless you have been living in the US for some years (perhaps on a work visa or previous E2 visa and now no longer have a UK address). If you have recently moved from your UK address because you had to sell your home to raise money for your E2 business, and are now currently staying with family or friends, then you can use their address as your home address for the purposes of this application.
Another reason why you should enter your home address is because the Embassy where you will be making your application need to be sure you have a residential connection with that country in addition to your UK citizenship. For example, if you have no UK citizenship and no residential connection, then the Embassy may well decline jurisdiction over your case and refer you to the Embassy or Consulate that is more applicable based on your citizenship and residency. Some Consulates will accept jurisdiction if you have residency in that particular country, but not citizenship in that country.
Please note that at the end of each page there is a “Save” button or icon. Make sure that you save every page as you make progress. We cannot stress this enough. The DS-160 software will “time out” every so often – perhaps every 10-20 mins. So, it’s very important that you save your work as you go, otherwise you could complete 5 or more pages and then hit the save button, only to discover that the system may have already timed out and all of your data would have been lost and you’ll have to start over.
Passport Information
Again, complete your passport information as illustrated below. This information should be copied directly from your passport.
Have You Ever Lost Your Passport?
Whether you have lost your passport or not is very important because some people destroy their passport and apply for a new one if they have something to hide. For example, an alien may have travelled extensively to countries that are closely being monitored by the US Government. An alien applying for any visa who had travelled extensively to the Middle East or certain parts of India or Pakistan would probably have their applications looked at more closely. If the travel is benign in nature then there should be no problem. Bringing supporting documentation of that travel with you at the interview would be helpful. As your attorneys we’d obviously provide additional support in such cases.
Another situation that often arises in a ‘lost passport’ situation might be where the alien, on a previous entry to the US, may have had something noted in their passport by the Immigration officer at the border or the alien may have previously overstayed their approved period of stay. Perhaps the alien failed to turn in their I-94 Arrival/Departure card. Some aliens mistakenly believe that by destroying their passport and then applying for a new one it will erase their past. So, if you have lost your passport you will need to declare it here and provide an explanation as to the circumstances surrounding its loss. The more information you can provide including any supporting documentation the better for you.
Below is an illustration as how to deal with this issue.
Lost Passport – Answer ‘No’:
Lost Passport – Answer ‘Yes’:
Travel Information
In this case, the purpose of the trip is an E2 visa. But it could be any visa at all. See in the example below how this purpose is answered from the drop down options.
Length of Stay
If the business is quite large and well established, then the Embassy may give you a 5-year E2 visa, but the most common time period is 3 years whether you ask for a 3 or 5-year term of stay. The Immigration officer will determine whether to give you 3 or 5 years regardless as to what you may have selected as an option in this box.
Where will you stay?
The Embassy will need an address, in case of an emergency, where they might be able to reach you. Therefore, enter the address you feel would be most reliable. Even a hotel address would be acceptable, since it’s where you might be staying until you find somewhere more suitable long term.
Travel Companion Information
If you are travelling with someone, make sure they are included in this section. Space is automatically provided for one travelling companion, but at the very bottom of this section there is an “Add Another” button that will enable you to add more, e.g., spouse and children.
Previous U.S. Travel Information
This is a big one. Some of our clients have travelled in and out of the US many times and they’ve practically lost count as to when, where and how long. This is one of those sections where one can get a little panicked. The best thing to do here is to flick through your passport(s), and try if you can at least identify the times where you were stamped in. Then work out, as best as you can, the length of each stay. If you’re not sure just make a good faith guess. If at the Embassy the issue is ever brought up, then simply confirm that you answered the question to the very best of your recollection. What US Immigration is really looking for is, any periods of lengthy stays that could give rise to a suspicion of the alien seeking to live in the US without proper authorization. For example, some aliens try and use the 90-day Visa Waiver Program like a revolving door, where they stay for 90-days and then leave for a week, then come in again for another 90-days and so on. Then finally they get stopped and are forced to apply for a visa. Well, this is section of the form where this behavior would come to light. Some aliens may have overstayed their permitted time in the US, and again, this information would come to light at this point. Best advice is to be honest and give a good account of all of your trips.
Previous Visa Issues
If you’ve had a visa before, then this information should be in your current or previous passport. ‘Have you been ten-printed’ means have you ever had all of your fingers, finger printed, instead of just the index finger and/or thumb.
If you have ever had a visa refused or revoked this can be a serious issue. If this has not previously been discussed with this law firm then you should raise it as soon as possible and discuss it with Counsel, so that documentation can be prepared to explain the circumstances as to what happened and possibly why it happened.
Similarly, if you applied for permission to travel under the Visa Waiver Program through ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) and you were denied, please discuss this with Counsel so that the reasons for such a denial can be fully explored and documented.
In truth, most of our clients find completing this form very straight forward until they get to the E-Visa section. However, through the DS-160 process they may have many minor questions here and there that they may have trouble with, and this series of guides can make all the difference in helping them glide through their DS-160 form. Again – saving every page as you make progress is critically important, so please don’t forget.
In the next presentation, we’ll cover US Point of Contact information, Family and your Work History.
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Scope of travel companion in DS 160
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What is the scope of travel companion in DS 160. We have to add person who will be interviewed with us or add the person who already has visa but travelling together during the trip abroad?.
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I believe it's who's traveling with you to the US after your receive your visa?
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For the question: Are there other persons traveling with you on DS-160 for K1 purpose, should this be answered YES, if my parents, brother and sister in-law is going to accompany me for the weeding. They all have their B2 visas for USA with them.
Just want to confirm again on this thread.
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3 minutes ago, Nishris said: For the question: Are there other persons traveling with you on DS-160 for K1 purpose, should this be answered YES, if my parents, brother and sister in-law is going to accompany me for the weeding. They all have their B2 visas for USA with them. Just want to confirm again on this thread.
For someone on a k1, it doesn't matter what you put.
The primary purpose of this question is, if applying for a b2, are you traveling with a group.
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DS-160 Form Guide: Family Information: Relatives
Answer the questions about your relatives in the U.S. truthfully. Choose YES or NO and indicate their status in the U.S. (i.e., U.S. legal permanent resident, U.S. citizen, visiting, studying, working, etc.).
These are all the close relatives that could potentially file an immigrant visa petition for you for your permanent residence in the U.S., if they themselves are either U.S. citizens or green card holders. If you have any such relatives in the U.S., the consular officer will scrutinize your application to see whether you are trying to immigrate to the U.S. through any of them. However, having such relatives doesn’t mean that you will be denied a tourist visa. In fact, it is a good reason to go to the U.S. to meet such close relatives. Just be prepared to show documents and other evidence that you will definitely return after a temporary stay in the U.S.
Do not lie regarding this. Do not hide the presence of family members. Consular officers are experts in catching such people who lie and have access to lots of data. If you are caught, your visa will be immediately rejected and you will be in much bigger trouble. In fact, you may disqualify on future applications for visas or other U.S. immigration benefits. It becomes grounds for inadmissibility.
If you have immediate relatives who are U.S. citizens but are currently staying abroad, you have to still mention them. That is because, technically, they could still file for your immigration petition.
If the relative is in an Adjustment of Status (AOS, probably using EAD), the legal status selected should be NONIMMIGRANT.
- Surnames Provide Surnames or click ‘Do Not Know’.
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- Is your father in the U.S.? If you answer ‘Yes’, provide his legal status in the U.S. Choose from the following options: U.S. CITIZEN U.S. LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT (LPR) NONIMMIGRANT OTHER / I DON’T KNOW
- Surnames Provide Surnames or click ‘Do Not Know’.
- Is your mother in the U.S.? If you answer ‘Yes’, provide her legal status in the U.S. Choose from the following options: U.S. CITIZEN U.S. LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT (LPR) NONIMMIGRANT OTHER / I DON’T KNOW
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- Relationship to You SPOUSE FIANCE/FIANCEE CHILD SIBLING
- Relative’s status U.S.CITIZEN U.S. LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT (LPR) NONIMMIGRANT OTHER / I DON’T KNOW
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applying for B2 visa for in laws in USA. While filling the form for brother in law, there is a section called travel companions, where I am putting the name of father in law as his father, but when it asks for relationship with person what should i put, child or parent?
Well, you need to put the relationship of the person to the other person traveling along in the group. If something does not exist, you should select relative. I recommed that you check out US Dept of State DS-160 Guide
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Form DS-160 Part 3: Travel Companions. The third part of Form DS-160 is where you'll answer questions about your travel companions—the friends, family, or members of an organized tour group traveling with you to the United States. You won't need to include information about any work colleagues traveling with you on this part of the form.
Step 1: Go to the CEAC website and click on the "Retrieve an Application" button. Step 2: Enter your 10-digit application ID (also called DS-160 confirmation number) and click on "Retrieve Application". This will retrieve your submitted DS-160. Step 3: Click on the "Create a New Application" button.
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The Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, also known as Form DS-160, is used by individuals who want to apply for a temporary visa to travel to the U.S. and fiancé(e) visas (K visas).It is not the appropriate form if you seek a visa to move to the United States permanently.
Part 4 - Form DS-160 Guide - Address and Phone Information ... Travel Companion Information . If you are travelling with someone, make sure they are included in this section. Space is automatically provided for one travelling companion, but at the very bottom of this section there is an "Add Another" button that will enable you to add ...
The DS-160 is an online form that must be completed and submitted to the US Consulate as part of the visa application process. It must be completed online prior to your interview at the US Consulate. ... Travel Companions Information: "Are there other persons travelling with you" select NO here. 9. Previous US Travel Information:
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Choose YES or NO and indicate their status in the U.S. (i.e., U.S. legal permanent resident, U.S. citizen, visiting, studying, working, etc.). These are all the close relatives that could potentially file an immigrant visa petition for you for your permanent residence in the U.S., if they themselves are either U.S. citizens or green card holders.
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If she is travelling with you ,she is a travel companion. If she is in the U.S., then she is a relative in the U.S. Disclaimer . The above is intended only as general information, and does not constitute legal advice. You must speak with an attorney to discuss your individual case.
Every alien seeking a nonimmigrant visa must make an electronic application on Form DS-160 or, as directed by a consular officer, an application on Form DS-156. If you wish, you can group your individual applications, so that they are partially pre-filled. I am traveling with my family or as part of a group.
DS-160 - Travel companion question. Hello! My husband and I are in the process of aplying to an F1 and F2 US visas. One of the questions on the DS-160 form asks whether there will be a travel companion. He is the one who will be travelling to the US in August, and I'm coming at a later time. How should he answer that question?
Sign and Submit Your Application. 1. Read the information completely and carefully before dating, electronically signing and submitting your DS-160 electronic visa application. Enter your passport number and the code as shown in the box to the right of the data box, then click "Sign and Submit Application."
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