Is the DS-160 consular fee the same for principal applicants and dependents?

For the L visa, every applicant fills out their own DS-160 form, both the principal applicant and each dependent. The DS-160 is individual, so there is no single form for the entire family.

The visa application fee is tied to that form and is generally charged per person. In practice, this means:

• Each applicant pays the fee corresponding to their own DS-160.
• The fee typically follows the visa category, not the applicant’s age or family relationship.
• Principal applicants and dependents follow the same process for completing the form and making payment.

Consular fee amounts are set officially and may be updated at any time, so it is not advisable to rely on a figure from memory. Before paying, confirm the current fee through the official U.S. government sources or the website of the responsible consulate.

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