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 Kansas, as in all states, the DS-160 form is a critical component of the nonimmigrant visa application process for temporary travel to the United States. This includes those applying for K visas, which are for fiancé(e)s of U.S. citizens. The form must be completed online and submitted electronically through the Department of State website. The information provided on the DS-160 is used by Consular Officers to process the visa application and assess eligibility during a personal interview. It is mandatory for all nonimmigrant visa categories to submit a DS-160 form. Applicants in Kansas can access and fill out the DS-160 form by visiting the provided website link. For additional guidance and answers to common questions, the Department of State’s website offers a comprehensive FAQ section.