In that case, you can save and come back to your saved application using this option. Sometimes you might need extra time to gather the information needed to fill DS-160 form. If that happens, you can come back to your saved application (saved till the last section) using this option. The DS-160 session times out if left open for too long. You will need the Application ID to retrieve your saved DS-160 application. This will create an Application ID, which you must print or at least make a note of. Let’s look into these options in detail –Ĭlick this button when you are starting a new DS-160 application. You will only be using “Start an Application” and “Retrieve an Application” while filling your DS-160. If you choose a country such as India, Mexico, etc., this question will not be shown.Īfter you have entered the above data, you will see 3 buttons – The question “This visa application will ask you to upload a digital photo of yourself” is shown only for certain countries such as Malaysia, Philippines, etc.