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DS-160 Guide: Part 4 – Address, Phone, and Travel Info

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Navigate Part 4 of the DS-160 form with ease using our expert tips. Start your visa application confidently today!

Home Address & Contact Information

Enter your current home address. Use your home country address unless you’ve lived in the U.S. for years (e.g., on a work or E-2 visa). Embassies require this to confirm your residential tie to your home country.

• Save Tip: Use the “Save” button on each page. The DS-160 times out after inactivity, erasing unsaved progress. Save often to avoid starting over.

Passport Information

Copy passport details directly from your document.

• Lost Passport: Select “Yes” if applicable.

Travel Information

Select your trip purpose (e.g., E-2 visa) and visa category.

• Length of Stay: Indicate your intended stay, but note consular officers decide validity (typically 3 years for E-2, rarely 5).

• Where You’ll Stay: Provide a reliable address (e.g., hotel) for emergencies.

Travel Companion Information

Include traveling companions. Space for one is provided; use “Add Another” for more (e.g., spouse, children).

Previous U.S. Travel Information

List past U.S. visits using passport stamps. Estimate dates if unsure, explaining at the interview if needed.

• Caution: Repeated short stays (e.g., Visa Waiver Program) or overstays may raise red flags.

Previous Visa Issues

Report prior visas, “ten-printing,” refusals, revocations, or ESTA denials. Discuss with us for proper documentation.

Tips for Success

The DS-160 is manageable, but save every page. This guide ensures smooth progress. Next, we’ll cover U.S. Point of Contact and Family/Work History.