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In a significant development for Indians seeking to work and travel to the United States, the US Embassy in India will implement new regulations starting January 1, 2025, aimed at streamlining the process for scheduling and rescheduling non-immigrant visa appointments. The changes are designed to reduce long wait times and improve accessibility for applicants.
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This announcement follows closely after the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) release of new rules to modernize the H-1B visa process. The changes will help expedite the filling of job vacancies in key sectors by facilitating quicker visa approvals.
To make sure everyone has a fair chance at getting a visa interview appointment and to reduce wait times, we’re making some changes.
Starting January 1, 2025, you can still schedule your first nonimmigrant visa appointment at the location of your choice. If you need to… pic.twitter.com/WhS2MDkBRW
— U.S. Consulate Kolkata (@USAndKolkata)
To make sure everyone has a fair chance at getting a visa interview appointment and to reduce wait times, we’re making some changes.
Starting January 1, 2025, you can still schedule your first nonimmigrant visa appointment at the location of your choice. If you need to… pic.twitter.com/WhS2MDkBRW— U.S. Consulate Kolkata (@USAndKolkata) December 18, 2024
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Under the new guidelines, applicants will be allowed to reschedule their visa appointments once without incurring any additional fees. However, if an applicant misses the rescheduled appointment or needs to reschedule again, they will be required to pay the application fee and book a new appointment.
These changes are expected to ease the visa application process, offering a more efficient system for scheduling and reducing wait times. The US Embassy has encouraged applicants to attend their scheduled appointments in order to ensure a smooth process. The revised system aims to provide fairer opportunities for all applicants and improve the overall visa application experience.
