Mumbai vs Chennai: F-1 Student Visa Wait Time
Side-by-side comparison · Scheduled twice-weekly checks of U.S. State Department data
WaitDelta’s scheduled check is overdue. The last completed check was on October 1, 2026 (10 days ago), and the figures on this page were read then. The State Department updates its table monthly, so they may still match its latest publication. Confirm current wait times on travel.state.gov before making booking decisions.
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
F-1 Student Visa
↑ 15 days vs last month
Interview wait
75d
90-day avg
68d
Best in India
30d
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
F-1 Student Visa
Not currently published
The U.S. State Department does not currently publish an interview wait estimate for the F-1 Student Visa at U.S. Consulate General Chennai. The last figure it published was 1 month (~30 days) on May 10, 2026. That is history, not a current wait.
Interview wait
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90-day avg
0d
Best in India
30d
Head-to-Head
| Metric | Mumbai | Chennai |
|---|---|---|
| Current wait | 75 days | 30 days |
| 90-day avg | 68 days | 0 days |
| Trend (30d) | +15d | No change |
| Interview wait | 75 days | 30 days |
Recommendation
Based on current data, Chennai is 45 days faster for F-1 Student Visa appointments. This may change frequently — check back before booking your appointment.
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