U.S. Visa Wait Times Drop in India — What It Means for Applicants

Great news for Indian citizens who are in the process of obtaining a U. S. visa: the visa appointment wait times have drastically decreased across the board, with the most noteworthy decrease at the New Delhi and Chennai consulates. The latest information from the worldwide visa wait database reveals that access for student, work, and visitor visas has become much faster.

Changes by Visa Type & City

Student and exchange visitor visas (F, M, J) in New Delhi are now about 0.5 months away for the next available appointment (which is a significant drop from the previous 2 months).
The waiting period for employee visas (H, L, O, P, Q) in New Delhi is now about 1 month.
In New Delhi, visitor visas (B1/B2) have the next available appointments in the region of 3.5 months, and this is a considerable reduction from the previously experienced delays.
In Chennai, the appointment for interview-required visas (work or student) is now set for approximately 3 months, which is a marked improvement compared to the previous backlog periods.
Cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata have also shown an increase in waiting period improvement, but not as significant as the top two cities.

Why This Matters

The shorter waiting periods translate to quicker processing for students, professionals, families, and anyone who is applying for a U. S. visa. It is a big relief for those who have such time-sensitive plans as university admissions, job start dates, business travel, or family visits. Besides, it also lowers the uncertainty as well as the long waiting periods, which the applicant had to plan around.

Thinking About a U. S. Visa? This Could Be Your Chance

If you have been reluctant to apply because of the lengthy visa processing, then it might be the right time for you to submit your application. However, factor in that the waiting times differ not only by city but also by visa category— hence it is advisable to check the availability of appointments often.

For those needing help with paperwork, deciding on the right consulate, or getting through the application process, Abhinav Immigration Services would be more than happy to help you. We can assess your visa requirements, recommend the most suitable consulate, and provide guidance throughout the application process to ensure that it is smooth.

Confidently begin your U. S. visa process — contact Abhinav Immigration Services now and let our staff assist you through timely planning and application management.