New Delhi, June 5 -- Planning to visit the United States? Be prepared for a long wait for an interview appointments for B1/B2 visas as queue at some Indian consulates is over an year. However, if you are in a hurry choosing the right city becomes crucial as some have much shorter wait times.

The US Department of State on May 25, 2025 updated its global visa appointment wait time estimates and it shows both avarage wait time in each consulate and estimated time until the next available appointment.

Most B-1 (business), B-2 (tourism), or B-1/B-2 (combined) visa applicants must attend an in-person interview unless eligible for a waiver. Wait times vary by city, staffing, and demand.

Chennai: 14 months

Hyderabad: 7 months

Kolkata: 6 mont...