The US Mission in India has opened 250,000 additional visa appointments for Indian travellers, including tourists, skilled workers, and students, according to a statement released on Monday. These new slots are expected to help Indian applicants secure timely interviews, promoting travel between the two nations, which is a vital element of US-India relations.
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden set an ambitious goal to improve and expedite the visa process and I’m proud to say that we have delivered on that promise,” said Eric Garcetti, US Ambassador to India. “Our consular teams at the embassy and four consulates work tirelessly to ensure that we meet the surging demand.”
The mission has already surpassed one million nonimmigrant visa applications for the second consecutive year. During the student visa season this summer, record numbers were processed, with first-time student applicants successfully securing appointments at one of five consular sections in India.
“We are now focused on bringing families together, connecting businesses, and facilitating tourism,” officials said.
How Indians can benefit from the additional 250,000 visa slots opened by the US Mission:
— Indian travellers can schedule visa interviews more quickly, reducing the wait time.
— Indian students planning to study in the US will have more opportunities to…
