US Allocates 250,000 Additional Visa Slots for Indian Travelers
The new slots aim to meet surging demand, facilitating travel for tourists, skilled workers, and students.
Overview
- The US Embassy in India has opened 250,000 additional visa appointments to meet growing demand.
- This move comes as over 1.2 million Indians have traveled to the US in 2024, a 35% increase from 2023.
- Indian students now represent the largest group of international students in the US, with record numbers of visas issued.
- The US has significantly reduced visa appointment wait times, cutting them from 1,000 days to 250 days.
- US Ambassador Eric Garcetti highlighted the collaborative effort between Prime Minister Modi and President Biden to improve and expedite the visa process.