Need a U.S. Visa Faster? New Program Will Let some Travelers Pay $750 to Skip Long Waits
- The U.S. State Department launched a pilot program from July 1 to December 31 allowing foreigners applying for B1 and B2 visas to pay an extra $750 to schedule interviews within 10 days at select U.S. embassies and consulates in addition to the standard $185 fee.
- This expedited visa interview service is intended to address long wait times, which can exceed 12 months in some locations, and assist travelers attending upcoming events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
- The pilot program expects to conduct approximately 25,705 expedited appointments, potentially generating $19.3 million, but paying the fee does not guarantee visa approval, and applicants must still undergo all standard eligibility checks and processing.
- The expedited service will be offered in limited numbers at select posts and is not expected to notably affect normal interview queues.
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Trump administration introduces $750 fast-track visa interview option
The U.S. State Department is preparing to roll out a new expedited visa interview service that would allow certain foreign travelers to secure interview appointments much faster by paying an additional fee, according to internal documents reviewed by The Associated Press. The proposed program, described as a “premium” visa processing option, is expected to launch next month and will initially be available at select U.S. embassies and consulates.…
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