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I need to draft a new DS-160. Are there any shortcuts?

Yes! You can recreate an old DS-160 and then update it before resubmitting.

If your DS-160 has a material error or your circumstances have materially changed, you may need to update the DS-160 for your case.

There is a shortcut that can help you save time, as detailed below:

  • Choose application location of the previous DS-160
  • Enter alphanumeric code
  • Select "Retrieve an application"
  • Enter your old DS-160 confirmation number 
  • Enter your bio data and answer the security question on your previous DS-160
  • Select "Create a new application" option and accept the terms/set a new security question
  • The new DS-160 that appears will have a lot of the info from the prior DS-160 pre-loaded. You will need to update the details that are blank, as well as correct anything that was inaccurate on the last submission.
  • Once complete and error free, you can submit again. The new + old DS-160 confirmation pages will need to be submitted at your visa interview.