US opens 2.5 lakh visa slots, Delhi wait drops to 37 days from 542 last week; Kolkata, Mumbai & Chennai also see drop
The wait time for Indians seeking US visas has significantly reduced, with Delhi experiencing the biggest drop from 542 days to just 37 days for B1/B2 visa interview appointments. Other consulates have also reported improvements, with Kolkata's wait time dropping from 539 days to 126 days, Mumbai's from 596 days to 322 days, and Chennai's from 526 days to 341 days. The US embassy has opened over 250,000 visa interview slots, leading to the reduction in wait times.
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