Planning a US Trip in 2025? Here’s How Long You’ll Wait for a Visa in Indian Cities

15 September 2025 · Europe Permit

  • Indian travellers planning US trips in 2025 face long visa wait times across consulates.

  • Chennai reports the longest wait time for visitor (B1/B2) visas, nearing 9 months.

  • Hyderabad offers the shortest wait time, around 3.5 months for visitor visas.

  • Mumbai has moderate delays, with visitor visa wait times at around 4 months.

  • New Delhi’s consulate shows a waiting period of about 5 months for visitor visas.

  • Kolkata also sees delays, with over 5 months needed for visitor visa interviews.

  • Student and transit visa categories generally have shorter wait times across cities.

  • Some applicants may qualify for interview waivers, speeding up the process.

  • Travellers can sometimes find earlier slots by rescheduling or checking frequently.

  • Experts suggest applying well in advance and preparing for delays when planning 2025 travel.

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