US visitor visa wait times in India: Hyderabad rises to 12 months, Mumbai improves to 11.5 months; city-w

Waiting for a visitor visa is one of the most important parts of travel. In a recent update, Indian travellers planning a holiday in the United States, the wait for a visa appointment has significantly risen in several cities. As per the US Department of State’s official visa appointment wait-time estimates, waiting periods vary across Indian consulates and can change as new appointment slots become available.

As per latest figures, Hyderabad recorded a 12-month wait for the next available B-1/B-2 appointment, while Mumbai has seen an improvement to 11.5 months. Similarly, waiting periods are different for New Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata.

Here’s a consolidated US visa appointment wait times in India:City-wise breakdownAs per updates, next available B-1/B-2 appointment at the following consulars are:Hyderabad12 monthsMumbai11.5 monthsNew Delhi10 monthsChennai7.5 monthsKolkata6.5 monthsNote: US Department of State, Global Visa Wait Times. The figures are estimates, not guaranteed appointment dates.

What does this mean for travellers planning a US holiday?