H-1B Visa Interview Delays: US Consulates in India Booked Until 2027
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News18•25-01-2026, 17:20
H-1B Visa Interview Delays: US Consulates in India Booked Until 2027
- •US consulates in India have pushed H-1B visa-stamping interviews to 2027, causing uncertainty for Indian professionals.
- •Visa offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata currently have no regular interview slots available.
- •Delays began in December 2025, with appointments repeatedly rescheduled, creating a significant backlog.
- •New H-1B rules for FY2027 prioritize salary and experience, giving more lottery entries to higher-level workers.
- •Mandatory social media screening and the end of third-country visa stamping for Indians have further slowed processing and exacerbated the backlog.
Why It Matters: H-1B visa interview delays until 2027 are disrupting professionals and impacting US employers.
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