Electronic DS-160 Required at U.S. Consulate in Ciudad, Juarez
Posted Jan 02, 2009
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All nonimmigrant, temporary visa applicants applying through the U.S. Consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, will need to use the electronic nonimmigrant visa application form, DS-160, as of January 20, 2009. The DS-160 replaces older forms normally used for nonimmigrant visa applications at the consulate. The policy in Ciudad, Juarez is important because many nationals from countries other than Mexico routinely travel there (as well as to Canada) to apply for the H1B visas and other nonimmigrant visas, instead of attempting to apply for these in their respective home countries.
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TCNs Process NIVs at Ciudad Juarez
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Since the U.S. Consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico processes nonimmigrant visa (NIV) applications for certain third-country nationals (TCNs), this change impacts foreign national nonimmigrants from many countries, in addition to those from Mexico. For more information on TCN visa processing in Mexico, see our December 5, 2008 article, TCN Visa Applications: Policy Change in Mexico.
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Fill Form DS-160 Completely and Accurately
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The DS-160 is available on the U.S. Department of State (DOS) WebSite. When applicable, it replaces Forms DS-156, DS-157, and DS-158. Individuals applying for K visas should still use the DS-156 and DS-156K forms. E class investors need to use the DS-156E in addition to the DS-160. The announcement of this change emphasized the importance of filling the form completely and accurately. Errors and omissions will result in denials and the need to reschedule visa appointments.
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Check Consular WebSite before Travel or Submitting a Visa Application
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We know that many MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers travel to Mexico to apply for nonimmigrant visas. The Consulate's policies change from time to time and it is important that you are kept abreast of the latest information. The procedures for all nonimmigrant visa applications, like all other immigration procedures, are subject to change. Moreover, the procedures can vary from one consulate to another. It is always advisable to check for the latest instructions on the appropriate consulate's website prior to applying for a visa.