B1 Visa Interview Wait Time — U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
Checked twice weekly against U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
B-1 Business Visitor
No change vs last month
Interview wait
120d
90-day avg
120d
Best in India
120d
This is one consulate. See current wait times for every visa type at all Indian consulates.
B-1 Business Visitor Historical Wait Trend — Last 90 Days at Kolkata
Compare B1 Visa Wait Times — All India Consulates
| Trend | ||
|---|---|---|
kolkata U.S. Consulate General Kolkata | 4 months (~120 days) | → No change |
chennai U.S. Consulate General Chennai | 7 months (~210 days) | ↑ 45 days vs last month |
delhi U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 7.5 months (~225 days) | → No change |
hyderabad U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad | 9.5 months (~285 days) | → No change |
mumbai U.S. Consulate General Mumbai | 14 months (~420 days) | ↑ 135 days vs last month |
Not published means the U.S. State Department does not currently issue an estimate for that category at that consulate. It does not mean no appointments exist. Check the official table and your consulate's booking portal.
About the B-1 Business Visitor Wait Time at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
To understand the 120-day figure, note that this reflects calendar days until the earliest available interview slot — not total visa processing time. Total visa processing at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata combines the 120-day appointment wait with an additional 3–10 business days of administrative review after your interview completes.
The 120-day wait time at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata represents the interview appointment backlog as of August 2026. Interview appointments at this consulate have averaged 120 days over the past 90 days, with the current figure unchanged compared to last month. Figures reflect State Department scheduling data, checked twice weekly.
The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata processes B-1 Business Visitor applications for applicants residing in West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and the Northeast states. Applicants from these states should apply at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, if their residential address falls within the jurisdiction. Applicants outside this jurisdiction may apply at any of the other 4 Indian consulates that handle US visa applications, such as Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, or Kolkata depending on availability.
Best Time to Apply for B-1 Business Visitor Visa at Kolkata — Seasonal Guide
To avoid peak wait periods, plan your B-1 Business Visitor application using the seasonal demand patterns below.
B-1/B-2 visitor visa demand at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata rises during 2 peak windows annually: October–November ahead of Diwali travel, and March–April ahead of summer visits. Wait times may increase by 20–45 days during these periods. Apply before September, if you are planning a November or December trip. January through March offers the most predictable appointment availability for B-1/B-2 applicants.
Other US Visa Types at Kolkata — U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
B1-B2
B-1/B-2 Tourist & Business Visa
4 months (~120 days)
B2
B-2 Tourism / Visitor
4 months (~120 days)
C1-D
C-1/D Transit & Crew
Not published — the U.S. State Department does not currently publish an estimate for this category at this consulate.
F1
F-1 Student Visa
2 months (~60 days)
F2
F-2 Dependent Visa
2 months (~60 days)
H1B
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
1 month (~30 days)
H1B1
H-1B1 Specialty (Singapore/Chile)
Not published — the U.S. State Department does not currently publish an estimate for this category at this consulate.
H4
H-4 Dependent Visa
1 month (~30 days)
J1
J-1 Exchange Visitor
2 months (~60 days)
J2
J-2 Dependent Visa
2 months (~60 days)
L1
L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa
1 month (~30 days)
L2
L-2 Dependent Visa
1 month (~30 days)
O1
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
1 month (~30 days)
Frequently Asked Questions — B-1 Business Visitor Visa Wait Time at Kolkata
What does the 120-day wait time mean?
The 120-day figure is the number of calendar days until the earliest available interview slot at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata. Calendar days do not include administrative visa processing after the interview, which typically adds 3–5 business days before passport return.
Can I apply at a different consulate than my home state?
Yes, US visa applicants in India may apply at any of the 5 consulates regardless of home address. Apply at Chennai, if that consulate currently shows a shorter wait time for B-1 Business Visitor applications.
Does this include visa processing time after the interview?
No. The 120 days shown is the wait until your interview appointment only. Visa processing after the interview takes an additional 3–10 business days in most B-1 Business Visitor cases, such as administrative processing for work and student visas.
How often does WaitDelta update wait time data?
WaitDelta checks wait time data twice weekly against official U.S. Department of State scheduling records. The last update date is shown at the top of this page.
Can I get an emergency appointment if my travel is urgent?
Emergency appointments are available through the official US visa scheduling system for applicants with urgent travel needs, such as medical emergencies or bereavement. Emergency slots are separate from the 120-day standard queue.
Compare Kolkata B1 Visa Wait Times with Other Indian Consulates
To find the fastest available appointment for B-1 Business Visitor, compare Kolkata against all Indian consulate wait times below.
Compare B1 with Other Visa Types at Kolkata
B-1 Business Visitor Interview Wait — What This Means for Your Application
A current wait of 120 days at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata means the earliest available B-1 Business Visitor interview appointment is approximately 120 calendar days from today. Plan ahead — peak season (April–August) typically sees higher wait times across all Indian consulates. Interview wait does not include visa processing time after your appointment.