- y.prathyusha
- 01 May 2025
- #Agriculture & Forestry
In India, demand for U.S. visas remains high, particularly for tourism, business, education, and employment. Applicants for B-1 (business), B-2 (tourist), or combined B-1/B-2 visitor visas must attend an in-person interview unless eligible for a waiver. Interview scheduling depends on the location, staffing, and operational capacity of consular offices.
Recent data reveals substantial differences in visa appointment wait times across Indian cities and visa categories. Chennai has the longest delay for B1/B2 visa interviews, with an average wait of 11.5 months and the next available appointment set for 13.5 months. In contrast, applicants seeking F, M, or J visas (commonly for students and exchange visitors) have a relatively shorter wait of just 1.5 months. Petition-based visas such as H, L, O, P, and Q have an average wait time of 2 months, while crew and transit visas (C, D, C1/D) also require about 1.5 months.
