THE FORM : DS-160

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Introduction to the DS-160 :

•DS-160 is an online nonimmigrant visa (NIV) form.
•Replaces the following forms:
•DS-156 NIV Visa Application
•DS-157 Supplemental NIV Application
•DS-158 Contact Information and Work History for NIV Applicant
Key ChangesCurrently
•VFS website for form submission/scheduling
•Up to three paper forms
DS-156, 157, and 158
•Print both forms and confirmation pages
•Individual applications
As of February 1
•Use VFS website for scheduling only
•One electronic form
DS-160
•Print only the confirmation page
•Applicant uploads photo
Your Role
It is important to fully and correctly complete the DS-160:
•Incomplete or incorrect forms will not be accepted.
•Applicants will not be able to interview until a correct form has been re-submitted.

You must identify yourself if you are completing the form on an someone else’s behalf.
•We have the ability to identify the source of any submitted application.
The Application Process
1.Have an electronic photo of applicant.
2.Fill out the DS-160 application online.
3.Pay the visa application fees at HDFC bank.
4.Schedule the appointment through VFS.
The Photo –A Brand New Step
•The photograph to be digitized must be at minimum 2 inches by 2 inches, plain background.
•The scanner resolution should be set to a minimum of 300 dots per inch or 300 pixels per inch.
•The digital photograph should be saved as a high-quality (low-compression) JPEG image file.
•More technical requirements can be found at:

http://travel.state.gov/visa/guide/guide_3877.html

Filling out the DS-160
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•Complete the DS-160 form following the instructions.
•Upload the photo when instructed.
•Print the completed application form’s confirmation page with a barcode.
Fees and AppointmentsAll fees must still be paid at one of the designated branches of HDFC Bank.
All appointments must still be made via the VFS website. The VFS website layout will change on January 19, 2010.
Cancelled appointments/no show processes do not change.
23New Family Option
•If the applicant is traveling with dependents, you may use the Family Option after submission of the first application.
•This saves data entry on subsequent applications.
The Interview
The applicant brings to the interview:
•Passport,
•VFS appointment letter, and
•Other supporting documents per visa category.
Tips for Success
•Save to your desktop while you are completing the form.
•Only use “do not know” or “does not apply”, if true. Use explanation fields as appropriate.
•Be honest; ask applicant more questions if needed.
•Incomplete/inaccurate information may lead to visa ineligibilities.
•Ensure photo meets quality standards.
•Confirmation page should have a clearly printed bar code.
•After form submission, email the confirmation page to yourself in case the hard copy is lost.

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