What is Form DS-260?

Form DS-260, officially known as the “Immigrant Visa Electronic Application,” is a U.S. Department of State form that is used by individuals who are applying for an immigrant visa to the United States. The DS-260 form is typically completed and submitted online through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website.

Here are some key points about Form DS-260:

• Purpose: The DS-260 is used by individuals who have been approved for an immigrant visa, such as family-sponsored, employment-based, or diversity visa applicants. It collects biographical information, contact details, and other relevant information about the visa applicant and their immediate family members.
• Online Submission: The DS-260 form is submitted electronically through the CEAC website. Applicants are required to create an account on the site and complete the form online.
• Required for Consular Processing: If you are applying for an immigrant visa through consular processing (which is the common