Friday, October 4, 2024 NEW DELHI — The U.S. Embassy in India has unveiled an additional 250,000 visa appointments for Indian travelers, including tourists, skilled workers, and students.
This significant move is aimed at helping Indian applicants secure timely visa interviews, enhancing travel opportunities, and further strengthening the close ties between the United States and India. For the second consecutive year in 2024 , the embassy has already processed over one million non-immigrant visa applications . This summer, U.
S. consulates in India reported handling a record number of student visa applications, ensuring that all first-time applicants received confirmed appointments. The embassy is now focusing on boosting commercial ties, reuniting families, and promoting tourism.
Statistics show that more than 1.2 million Indians traveled to the United States in 2024 , representing a remarkable 35% increase compared to the same period in 2023 . Currently, approximately six million Indians hold non-immigrant visas for the United States.
U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti highlighted the ambitious goal set by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.
S. President Joe Biden to expedite the visa process, expressing pride in the advancements made toward this objective. He commended the dedicated consular teams at the embassy and its four consulates for their relentless efforts to meet the growing demand for visas.
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