B1 Visa Interview Wait Time — U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
Current interview appointment wait · Updated monthly from U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
B-1 Business Visitor
No change vs last month
Interview wait
210d
90-day avg
210d
Best in India
120d
B-1 Business Visitor Historical Wait Trend — Last 90 Days at Kolkata
Compare B1 Visa Wait Times — All India Consulates
| Trend | ||
|---|---|---|
chennai U.S. Consulate General Chennai | 120 days | → No change |
delhi U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 150 days | → No change |
hyderabad U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad | 150 days | → No change |
kolkata U.S. Consulate General Kolkata | 210 days | → No change |
mumbai U.S. Consulate General Mumbai | 210 days | → No change |
About the B-1 Business Visitor Wait Time at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
To understand the 210-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 210-day appointment wait with an additional 3–10 business days of administrative review after your interview completes.
The 210-day wait time at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata represents the interview appointment backlog as of May 2026. Interview appointments at this consulate have averaged 210 days over the past 90 days, with the current figure unchanged compared to last month. Last month's figure reflects State Department scheduling data, updated monthly on this page.
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
210d
B2
B-2 Tourism / Visitor
210d
C1-D
C-1/D Transit & Crew
F1
F-1 Student Visa
105d
F2
F-2 Dependent Visa
105d
H1B
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
30d
H1B1
H-1B1 Specialty (Singapore/Chile)
H4
H-4 Dependent Visa
30d
J1
J-1 Exchange Visitor
105d
J2
J-2 Dependent Visa
105d
L1
L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa
30d
L2
L-2 Dependent Visa
30d
O1
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
30d
Frequently Asked Questions — B-1 Business Visitor Visa Wait Time at Kolkata
What does the 210-day wait time mean?
The 210-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 210 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 updates wait time data monthly from 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 210-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.
B-1 Business Visitor Interview Wait — What This Means for Your Application
A current wait of 210 days at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata means the earliest available B-1 Business Visitor interview appointment is approximately 210 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.