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.

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.