Hyderabad vs Kolkata: O-1 Extraordinary Ability Wait Time
Side-by-side comparison · Checked twice weekly against U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad
U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
135days
↑ 30 days vs last month
↑ 30 days vs last month
Interview wait
135d
90-day avg
106d
Best in India
30d
Last updated: August 20, 2026Official source ↗
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
30days
↓ 15 days vs last month
↓ 15 days vs last month
Interview wait
30d
90-day avg
41d
Best in India
30d
Last updated: August 20, 2026Official source ↗
Head-to-Head
| Metric | Hyderabad | Kolkata |
|---|---|---|
| Current wait | 135 days | 30 days |
| 90-day avg | 106 days | 41 days |
| Trend (30d) | +30d | -15d |
| Interview wait | 135 days | 30 days |
Recommendation
Based on current data, Kolkata is 105 days faster for O-1 Extraordinary Ability appointments. This may change frequently — check back before booking your appointment.
90-Day Wait Time History
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