US visa expedited appointment pilot: $750 fee for faster B1/B2 interviews; Is India included in the list?
The US Department of State has launched a pilot programme allowing eligible tourist and business visa applicants in selected countries to pay an additional $750 fee for an earlier visa interview appointment.
The Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Expedited Appointment Pilot Program, updated on August 18, 2026, is designed to help applicants with urgent travel needs secure an interview within 10 business days, subject to appointment availability.
