Forms Showcase - Government Form Examples

Comprehensive examples of accessible government forms using USWDS components, designed for optimal citizen engagement and regulatory compliance.

All forms on this page are for demonstration purposes only. No data is collected or processed. These examples show proper accessibility features, validation, and user experience patterns.

Basic Contact Form

Contact Information

First name *

Last name *

Email address *

We’ll use this to send you updates about your inquiry.

Phone number

Include area code (e.g., 555-123-4567)

Organization (if applicable)

Subject *

Choose the topic that best matches your inquiry

Message *

Please provide detailed information about your inquiry or request

Send me email updates about Department of Example Services news and announcements

Service Application Form

Business Permit Application

Apply for permits required for commercial operations within federal jurisdictions. Processing typically takes 5-10 business days.

Business Information

Business name *

Business type *

Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Format: XX-XXXXXXX

Business Address

Street address *

Street address line 2

City *

State *

ZIP code *

Permit Details

What type of permit do you need? *

Retail Operations

Food Service

Construction/Renovation

Environmental Compliance

Number of employees

Business description *

Describe your business activities and operations (minimum 50 characters)

File Upload

Supporting documents *

Upload required documentation: business registration, insurance certificates, technical specifications.
Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG. Maximum file size: 10MB per file.

Application Summary

Processing Time: 5-10 business days

Application Fee: $125 (paid after approval)

Validity Period: 1 year from issue date

Renewal Required: 30 days before expiration

I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete, and I understand that false statements may result in application denial. *

Advanced Multi-Step Form

Document Request Form

Request certified copies of official government documents through our secure processing system.

Personal Information
Document Selection
Delivery Options
Payment & Review

Step 2: Document Selection

Select the documents you need and specify the number of certified copies for each.

Processing fees apply per document type. Certified copies include official seals and security features.

Available Documents

Document types, processing fees, and copy selection
Document Type	Processing Time	Fee per Copy
Birth Certificate	3-5 business days	$25
Marriage Certificate	3-5 business days	$20
Employment Verification	1-2 business days	$15
Official Transcript	5-7 business days	$30

Delivery Method *

Standard Mail - $0 (5-7 business days additional)

Priority Mail - $8.50 (2-3 business days additional)

Express Delivery - $25.00 (Next business day)

Digital Delivery - $5.00 (Same day, secure download)

Order Summary

Selected Documents: None selected

Document Fees: $0.00

Delivery Fee: $0.00

Total: $0.00

Advanced Form Components

Multiselect and Combo Box Examples

Advanced form components for complex data collection scenarios.

Advanced Selection Components

Select Multiple Services *

Hold Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (Mac) to select multiple options

Select Relevant Agency Departments

Choose all departments that apply to your request

Priority Level with Custom Option

Language Preference for Communication

Form Validation Examples

Validation Patterns

Examples of common validation patterns and error handling techniques for government forms.

Implementation Code Examples

Basic Form Structure

<form class="usa-form usa-form--large" action="#" method="post" novalidate>
  <fieldset class="usa-fieldset">
    <legend class="usa-legend usa-legend--large">Form Title</legend>
    
    <!-- Form fields go here -->
    
    <input class="usa-button" type="submit" value="Submit">
  </fieldset>
</form>

Required Field with Error Handling

<label class="usa-label" for="field-id">
  Field Label <abbr title="required" class="usa-hint usa-hint--required">*</abbr>
</label>
<input class="usa-input usa-input--error" id="field-id" name="field-name" 
       type="text" required aria-describedby="field-id-error" aria-invalid="true">
<span class="usa-error-message" id="field-id-error" role="alert">
  <svg class="usa-icon" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false" role="img">
    <use xlink:href="/assets/uswds/img/sprite.svg#warning"></use>
  </svg>
  Error message text
</span>

Multi-Step Progress Indicator

<div class="usa-step-indicator" aria-label="progress">
  <ol class="usa-step-indicator__segments">
    <li class="usa-step-indicator__segment usa-step-indicator__segment--complete">
      <span class="usa-step-indicator__segment-label">Step 1</span>
    </li>
    <li class="usa-step-indicator__segment usa-step-indicator__segment--current">
      <span class="usa-step-indicator__segment-label">Step 2</span>
    </li>
    <li class="usa-step-indicator__segment">
      <span class="usa-step-indicator__segment-label">Step 3</span>
    </li>
  </ol>
</div>

File Upload Component

<label class="usa-label" for="file-upload">
  Upload documents
</label>
<span class="usa-hint">
  Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, JPG. Max size: 10MB per file.
</span>
<input class="usa-file-input" id="file-upload" type="file" 
       name="file-upload" multiple accept=".pdf,.doc,.jpg">

This page demonstrates comprehensive form patterns with:

Accessible form structure with proper fieldsets and legends
Validation patterns with error and success states
Multi-step forms with progress indicators
File upload components with clear instructions
Interactive elements like checkboxes and radio buttons
Proper labeling with required field indicators
ARIA attributes for screen reader compatibility
Error handling with descriptive messages and visual indicators

Forms Showcase - Government Form Examples

Basic Contact Form #

Service Application Form #