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How long is the U.S. visa interview wait in India?
Updated: 5 Oct 2026 · Source: U.S. Department of State, global visa wait times · Unofficial
At the U.S. embassies and consulates in India, the average wait for a visa interview is between 180 and 345 days, depending on the post and visa type (State Department figures, updated 5 Oct 2026). An average is not a guarantee of an appointment.
- Chennai (Madras): Visitors (B1/B2): 7 Months.
- Hyderabad: Visitors (B1/B2): 11.5 Months.
- Kolkata: Visitors (B1/B2): 6 Months.
- Mumbai (Bombay): Visitors (B1/B2): 11 Month.
- New Delhi: Visitors (B1/B2): 7.5 Months.
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