Mumbai vs Chennai: F-1 Student Visa Wait Time
Side-by-side comparison · Checked twice weekly against U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
F-1 Student Visa
↑ 15 days vs last month
Interview wait
60d
90-day avg
51d
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 | 60 days | 30 days |
| 90-day avg | 51 days | 0 days |
| Trend (30d) | +15d | No change |
| Interview wait | 60 days | 30 days |
Recommendation
Based on current data, Chennai is 30 days faster for F-1 Student Visa appointments. This may change frequently — check back before booking your appointment.
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