The DS-260 is the U.S. State Department's online immigrant visa application, used by applicants going through consular processing abroad. It is filed after an approved underlying petition and before a visa interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
Form DS-260 (Online Immigrant Visa Application)
Also known as: DS-260
USCIS Form
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