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How long is the U.S. visa interview wait in Canada?

Updated: 5 Oct 2026 · Source: U.S. Department of State, global visa wait times · Unofficial

At the U.S. embassies and consulates in Canada, the average wait for a visa interview is between 45 and 600 days, depending on the post and visa type (State Department figures, updated 5 Oct 2026). An average is not a guarantee of an appointment.

  • Calgary: Visitors (B1/B2): 13.5 Months.
  • Halifax: Visitors (B1/B2): 1.5 Months.
  • Ottawa: Visitors (B1/B2): 14.5 Months.
  • Toronto: Visitors (B1/B2): 20 Months.
  • Vancouver: Visitors (B1/B2): 17.5 Months.

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