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.

You may access the DS-160 Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application at https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/.

For more information, see the Frequently Asked Questions on the Department of State’s website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/forms/ds-160-online-nonimmigrant-visa-application/ds-160-faqs.html.

In West Virginia (WV), as in all other U.S. states, the DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application form, is a standardized online form required for individuals seeking a temporary nonimmigrant visa to travel to the United States. This includes those applying for K visas, which are for the fiancé(e)s of U.S. citizens. The form must be completed and submitted electronically via the Department of State website. The information provided on the DS-160 is used by Consular Officers during the visa application process, which also typically includes a personal interview, to determine the applicant's eligibility for a visa. It is mandatory for all nonimmigrant visa categories. Applicants can access and fill out the DS-160 form at the provided URL. For additional guidance and answers to common questions, the Department of State's website offers a FAQ section specifically about the DS-160 form.