Indian applicants planning to travel to the United States on visitor visas are facing long waiting periods for interview appointments at US consulates across the country.
The delays continue to be a major concern for tourists, families and business travellers, with appointment availability varying significantly from one city to another.
Among the major centres, Hyderabad currently has the longest reported waiting time, with applicants facing a delay of around 12 months for a visitor visa interview.
Mumbai is close behind, with a waiting period of about 11.5 months, while applicants in New Delhi may have to wait nearly 10 months for an appointment.
The situation is relatively better in Chennai and Kolkata, though the waiting periods are still lengthy. Chennai has a reported wait time of around 7.5 months, while Kolkata has the shortest among the five cities at approximately 6.5 months.
Overall, the reported waiting period is around 12 months in Hyderabad, 11.5 months in Mumbai, 10 months in New Delhi, 7.5 months in Chennai and 6.5 months in Kolkata.
The long delays mean that applicants planning trips to the US may need to begin the visa process several months in advance.
For many travellers, particularly those planning family visits, tourism or important personal trips, the extended wait for interview slots can make travel planning difficult.
Applicants are generally advised to regularly check the US visa appointment portal, as earlier slots may sometimes become available due to cancellations or the opening of additional appointments.
With demand for US visitor visas from India remaining high, interview waiting times continue to be an important factor for anyone planning travel to the United States.
