Chennai vs Kolkata: H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Wait Time
Side-by-side comparison · Updated monthly
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
60days
No change vs last month
→ No change
Interview wait
60d
90-day avg
109d
Best in India
30d
Last updated: March 18, 2026Official source ↗
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
45days
↓ 54 days vs last month
↓ 54 days vs last month
Interview wait
45d
90-day avg
101d
Best in India
30d
Last updated: March 28, 2026Official source ↗
Head-to-Head
| Metric | Chennai | Kolkata |
|---|---|---|
| Current wait | 60 days | 45 days |
| 90-day avg | 109 days | 101 days |
| Trend (30d) | No change | -54d |
| Interview wait | 60 days | 45 days |
Recommendation
Based on current data, Kolkata is 15 days faster for H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa appointments. This may change daily — check back before booking your appointment.