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DS-260 civil document organization
Civil records support an immigrant visa process and are separate from the answers entered on the DS-260. The document type and issuing-country instructions matter; a generic list cannot replace the official requirements for your case.
What to gather before contacting us
This is an appointment preparation list. The responsible agency’s current instructions and your individual case determine the filing requirements.
- The NVC or consulate checklist and any messages about rejected documents
- Civil records required for the applicants concerned
- Country-specific document instructions you are following
- Translations and copies already prepared
How to organize this task
1. Identify the correct record type
Use the State Department’s country-specific guidance and your case instructions to identify the document requested. Ask an authorized professional about unavailable records or legal discrepancies.
2. Check scan readability
Make readable copies with all pages and relevant seals visible. Keep the original record available for the next step required by the consulate.
3. Track each requested item
Maintain a list of requested, available and outstanding documents. Do not mark a document accepted until the responsible agency has confirmed that status.
Preparation scope and price
We can help organize the records and type information you provide after confirming the task. You select the request and review every answer. Legal eligibility, strategy and representation require a licensed immigration attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative working through a recognized organization.
Request a written quote for this specific task before work begins. Government charges, professional services and translation work are separate unless expressly included. The office will confirm availability, required records and preparation timing; agency processing and outcomes are outside our control.
Published fees for our main application servicesOfficial instructions
Guide updated September 15, 2026. Follow current agency notices before preparing a submission.