US Visa Timeline Calculator — When to Book Your Interview
Enter your consulate, visa type, and travel date to get your latest safe booking date. Based on current wait times — updated monthly.
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Wait times are sourced from the U.S. State Department and updated monthly. Processing buffer of 10 days accounts for post-interview administrative processing and passport return. Actual timelines may vary. Always verify current availability at travel.state.gov.
How the Calculator Works — Visa Interview Timing Formula
The calculator uses 2 inputs to find your booking deadline: the current interview appointment wait time at your chosen consulate, and a 10-day processing buffer for post-interview administrative review and passport return.
Book your appointment by the calculated date, if you want your visa in hand before your travel or programme start date. The formula is: Booking deadline = Target date − Wait days − 10 processing days. Wait time data is sourced from the U.S. State Department and updated monthly on this site.