If you’re applying for an investor visa like E-2 or EB-5, knowing the appointment wait times at U.S. embassies and consulates is crucial for planning. The U.S. Department of State maintains a global visa wait time tracker that reflects both the average delay between fee payment and interview date, as well as the next available appointment slot per location
These figures are rolling estimates and may change as new slots become available—interview times labeled “0 months” often represent less than 30 days
Meanwhile, recent reports highlight significant delays across visa categories:
- Some applicants now face waits exceeding one year for nonimmigrant visas, including business-related categories
- In India, the consulate in Kolkata offers the shortest wait for visitor visas (six months), while others—like Chennai—have even longer delays up to 14 months
Though this data is focused on general nonimmigrant visas, investor visa applicants usually experience similar delays. Preparing early and monitoring your regional wait times—then adjusting plans proactively—is essential.
