In an exciting development for Indian travelers, tourists, skilled workers and students, the U.S. Mission to India has expanded additional 250,000 visa appointment, unlocking boundless opportunities for individuals looking to visit or work in the United States.
This initiative aims to enhance the ease of travel and foster stronger ties between the two countries.
With this expansion, Indian travelers can expect to have more flexibility in securing visa appointments, streamlining the process and reducing waiting times.
This move comes as a response to the increasing demand for U.S. visas from Indian citizens, reflecting the growing relationship between the two nations in various sectors.
The U.S. Mission to India understands the importance of attracting talent and fostering educational exchanges between the United States and India.
By expanding visa appointment availability, they are now providing a gateway to countless opportunities for Indian individuals aspiring to study, work, or visit the United States.
This latest development exemplifies the commitment of the U.S. Mission to India in strengthening ties and facilitating exchanges between the two nations, opening doors to new possibilities for Indian travelers, tourists, skilled workers, and students.
According to the U.S Embassy in India, the Mission has already surpassed one million nonimmigrant visa applications for the second consecutive year.
More than 1.2 million Indians have traveled to the United States year to date in 2024, a 35 percent increase over the same period in 2023. At least six million Indians already have a nonimmigrant visa to visit the United States, and each day, the Mission issues thousands more.
The U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti recently said, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden set an ambitious goal to improve and expedite the visa process and I’m proud to say that we have delivered on that promise. Our consular teams at the embassy and four consulates work tirelessly to ensure that we meet the surging demand.”
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