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ARTICLE · 26 JUNE 2017

U.S. Department Of State Issues New Supplemental Visa Form

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The form requires select visa applicants to provide, among other things, travel, address, and employment history for the last 15 years.

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The U.S. Department of State (DOS) released a new supplemental visa application (Form DS-5355) for individuals who are deemed by a U.S. consulate to pose heightened security concerns. The form requires select visa applicants to provide, among other things, travel, address, and employment history for the last 15 years. DOS confirms this information will not be requested of all visa applicants. The government estimates the new procedure may affect 65,000 people or 0.5% of U.S. visa applicants worldwide. Although completing the form is voluntary, those who fail to provide the requested information risk having their applications denied.

Specifically, the form asks visa applicants the following information:

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