Indian applicants have some welcome relief as US visa wait times have reduced significantly across major cities. The latest update from the US State Department shows shorter queues for student and visitor visas, especially in New Delhi and Chennai.
Key Visa Updates Across India
- New Delhi
- F, M, J visas: Down from 2 months to 0.5 months
- B-1/B-2 interviews: Reduced from 6.5 months to 3.5 months
- Chennai
- B-1/B-2 interviews: Previously 5 months, now N/A
- Interview-required visas: Down from 5 months to 3 months
- Kolkata
- B-1/B-2 average wait: 4.5 months
- F, M, J visas: 2.5 months
- Mumbai
- B-1/B-2 average wait: 9.5 months
- H, L, O, P, Q visas: 1 month
- Hyderabad
- B-1/B-2 next appointment: 5 months
- F, M, J visas: 2.5 months
The State Department updates appointment slots regularly, so students may find earlier dates by checking the scheduling portal frequently.
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Source: Hindustan Times