Immigration Forms

Must-Know Facts

  • The DS-160 is an online form that must be completed electronically through the U.S. Department of State’s Consular Electronic Application Center.
  • Write down your application ID to retrieve the application if you accidentally close the browser or need breaks
  • Create a family application if you need to fill out multiple DS-160 forms for family members
  • Print the confirmation page and bring it to your visa interview.

Immigration Forms Articles

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    How to Fill out the DS-160: Step-by-Step Instructions

    Published on April 18, 2025

    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. For that, you need to…

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    What is the I-512 Advance Parole Document for Traveling Abroad?

    Published on March 19, 2025

    Advance parole (I-512) is a special permission granted by USCIS in the form of a travel document. It allows you to temporarily travel overseas while living in the United States and awaiting your green card or maintaining another noncitizen immigration status. If you travel outside of the United States while your green card application is…

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    How to Get U.S. Visa Sponsorship Family, Employment, and Tourist Visas

    Published on April 22, 2024

    Visa sponsorship is a very common topic when discussing how to move to the U.S. In this article, you will find information on visa sponsorship, its importance, and how it works. Whether you’re an employer looking to sponsor an employee or an individual seeking to enter the US, this page will provide you with the…

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    NVC Expedite Request Process Guide

    Published on April 01, 2024

    Normally, visa applications go through a standard timeline for processing, which can take several months or even years. In emergencies or hardship, a petitioner can speed up an immigration case with a National Visa Center (NVC) expedite request. This post will explore the NVC expedite criteria, the process, and even an NVC expedite request sample…

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    How to Write an Immigration Letter of Support for A Family Member | Sample, Process and Tips

    Published on March 27, 2024

    An immigration reference letter of support can be a powerful tool to help bolster your case for a visa. It’s absolutely critical that your letter contains the right information that USCIS is looking for to approve your case. Since judges have discretion in deciding a case’s outcome, it’s key to demonstrate in the letter that…

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    How to Track Your Green Card Step by Step for Immigrants

    Published on November 05, 2023

    A green card is a commonly used term for a permanent resident card. A green card allows the holder to work and live in the United States without restrictions. On this page, you will learn how to check your green card status, your NVC case status, and delayed green card applications. Ways to Track the Green…