US Visa Interview Wait Times for Indian Applicants Extend Up to 12 Months
The US Department of State's Global Visa Wait Times tracker, updated October 21, shows Indian applicants face long waits for US visa interviews. Visitor visa (B1/B2) appointments in Mumbai have the longest delays, up to 12 months, followed by New Delhi at 11 months and Hyderabad at 10.5 months. Other cities like Kolkata and Chennai have shorter waits. Student and exchange visitor visas generally have shorter wait times, while petition-based work visas vary by consulate. Average wait times differ from next available appointment estimates across locations.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 40/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 22 Oct, 08:01 am. Other outlets followed.