On November 17, 2022 the Department of State announced efforts to address the current backlog and wait times for visitor visas to the United States, with a goal nearing pre-pandemic processing trends. To help alleviate the backlog efforts have been made in the past year to help reduce appointment wait time, many of which include waiting in-person interviews where possible and processing more visas with fewer consular officers.
Current updates show that the median wait time for a tourist visa (B1/B2) appointment is approximately two (2) months. There are also options available for applicants with dire travel needs, as they can apply for an emergency appointment.
On November 17, 2022, the Department of State announced efforts to address the current backlog and wait times for visitor visas to the United States, with a goal of nearing pre-pandemic processing trends
To help alleviate the backlog, efforts have been made in the past year to help reduce appointment wait time, many of which include waiving in-person interviews where possible and processing more visas with fewer consular officers.
