DS-160

The Department of State of the United States of America has developed a new application, for improved visa processing. The Consulate General of the United States in Hermosillo and the United States Consulate in Nogales began accepting this form DS-160 on Monday June 1, 2009.

The DS-160 application is free, must be filled out online and does not require the use of intermediaries. Just print out a confirmation sheet with a bar code that will allow the Consulate access to the information contained in the DS-160.

This application offers several benefits to our applicants.

First, the DS-160 contains all of the options for visa applications in one. The applicant won't have to worry about which application they need to fill out in order to apply.

Second, the information provided by the applicant in the form DS-160 is between the applicant and the Consulate, thus offering greater privacy. The previous application was printed with personal data and submitted the day of the interview.

Finally, personal data will be processed before attending your interview, so it is recommended that the application should be filled out two days before your appointment. If the application is filled out correctly, the process may be faster for everyone -- a great benefit considering up to 2 million Mexicans will be renewing their visas this year.

It is important to remember that this application, like the previous one, must be completed in full, with accurate information and honesty. The new application does not minimize the requirement to provide proof of all economic and social ties outside the United States.

To complete the application please enter the following link: DS-160.