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U.S. Government Rolls Out New DS-160 Visa Application Form in India

January 06, 2010

Hyderabad - Consular posts in India will soon require the use of the newly-developed DS-160 web-based Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) application for all visitors to the United States. This new form will incorporate all existing NIV applications into one interactive, online form.

For all NIV visa appointments beginning February 1, 2010, applicants will be required to fill out the DS-160 form, which will be available online January 19, 2010.

With demand for U.S. visas continuing to increase worldwide, the State Department is committed to using new technologies to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the visa application process. The DS-160 NIV application takes advantage of new technologies to serve visa applicants better. Applicants will continue to complete visa application forms online, as they did previously with the Electronic Visa Application Form.

With the new form, the applicant will be required to upload a visa photograph, and submit the form via the Internet. The applicant will print just one confirmation page upon completion of the DS-160.

The new DS-160 form assists the U.S. in collecting required information accurately the first time. Customer service surveys at posts that have piloted the use of the DS-160 indicate greater applicant satisfaction with the DS-160 than with the form it replaced.

Because the form is web-based, it can be revised and improved as necessary. In addition, in the future applications could be pre-processed and pre-screened before an applicant's interview, reducing processing delays.

Visa applicants completing their applications as of January 19 will need to use the new form. The payment and scheduling process for applicants will not change. Additional information regarding the new form will be available on all Consular post websites in early January.

 
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Valmiki is awesome. They just helped me a lot in various things. Mainly Valmiki staff helped me from starting of process till the end. I just got my visa all because of them without their mock test I wouldn’t have gone through my visa properly. Moreover their suggestions really worth a lot. Finally they are very patience, very kind people, calm, helping nature. Thanks a lot to Valmiki staff.

Ch. Sai Krishna, Food Sciences
California State Unversity Northridge

Each and every process involved was handled very easily and I was supported mentally to face each and every situation. Even in the time of deadlines. I had gained a lot of confidence to face the visa office and at last my dream of USA has come true with Valmiki. I thank from the bottom of my heart for their service.

Ramesh Reddy Hanumanthgari, Computer Science
Texas & M International

This consultancy is the best one compare to the others. It has guided me in such a good manner that I can give my best in the visa interview. They helped me in all the problems which I felt in submitting the documents and especially thanks to Each and every one for guiding me and preparing me to get the visa. Thanking you!

Shoeb Mohammed, MBA
University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Valmiki consultancy is one of the best consultancies in Hyderabad. They helped me a lot in choosing the university and they assisted me in finding accommodations and part time jobs, and when it comes to UK wings Sirisha Madam will look after the above-mentioned things. She is so cooperative. Visa rejection rate is very less through this consultancy. I can also say that there is no rejection from this consultancy.

Puluri Karthik, Masters in Information Technology
University of Abertay Dundee

I am very thankful to Valmiki Group and staff members, Especially Sirisha mam,& Raj Sir, who helped me in filing my visa from starting point to the end to achieve my goal. Overall, my experience with Valmiki Group is good. I am glad I made the right choice.

Vavilala pradeep, Masters in Computing
University of Central Lancashire

Valmiki is the best consultancy for the future of the students in india.Valmiki helped me a lot for my future, inspite of me being very impatient and restless. They helped in every small to big issue. My special regards and thanks to Mr. Ganesh sir, Sirisha mam and all the other staff who directly or indirectly supported in my process.

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Thames Valley University

I am very happy by the services provided by Valmiki Group. I am happy to be at my dream destination with the support of Valmiki. They are friendly, very caring and really supportive. I thank each and every member of Valmiki who have helped me by all means in achieving my desired goal.

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Meridian International School

My experience with Valmiki has been amongst the best I have encountered. Valmiki’s services standards, professionalism and client focus speaks volumes for the commitment of every individual working at Valmiki.

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International Design School

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