DS-260 Form 2026: How to Complete the Online Immigrant Visa Application — Complete Guide
Form DS-260 is the official online immigrant visa application required for anyone applying for a U.S. green card through consular processing outside the United States. This complete 2026 guide covers who needs it, the NVC process, how to access CEAC, fees, required documents, step-by-step instructions, processing times, and the critical 2026 policy update that makes DS-260 the default green card path.