H1B Visa Interview Wait Time — U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
Checked twice weekly against U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
↓ 15 days vs last month
Interview wait
30d
90-day avg
41d
Best in India
30d
This is one consulate. See current wait times for every visa type at all Indian consulates.
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Historical Wait Trend — Last 90 Days at Kolkata
Compare H1B Visa Wait Times — All India Consulates
| Trend | ||
|---|---|---|
kolkata U.S. Consulate General Kolkata | 1 month (~30 days) | ↓ 15 days vs last month |
mumbai U.S. Consulate General Mumbai | 1.5 months (~45 days) | → No change |
delhi U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 2.5 months (~75 days) | ↑ 15 days vs last month |
hyderabad U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad | 4.5 months (~135 days) | ↑ 30 days vs last month |
chennai U.S. Consulate General Chennai | Not currently publishedLast published 3.5 months on May 10, 2026 | — |
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 H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Wait Time at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
To understand the 30-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 30-day appointment wait with an additional 3–10 business days of administrative review after your interview completes.
The 30-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 41 days over the past 90 days, with the current figure decreased by 15 days compared to last month. Figures reflect State Department scheduling data, checked twice weekly.
The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata processes H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa 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 H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Visa at Kolkata — Seasonal Guide
To avoid peak wait periods, plan your H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa application using the seasonal demand patterns below.
H-1B visa stamping demand concentrates in 2 periods: October (new petition start date) and April–June (pre-travel before fiscal year change). Wait times at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata may vary significantly based on petition approval timelines, which are independent of consulate scheduling. Book your stamping appointment immediately after petition approval, if your employer requires travel within 90 days.
Other US Visa Types at Kolkata — U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
B1
B-1 Business Visitor
4 months (~120 days)
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)
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 — H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Visa Wait Time at Kolkata
What does the 30-day wait time mean?
The 30-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 Mumbai, if that consulate currently shows a shorter wait time for H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa applications.
Does this include visa processing time after the interview?
No. The 30 days shown is the wait until your interview appointment only. Visa processing after the interview takes an additional 3–10 business days in most H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa 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.
What happens to my appointment if wait times change after I book?
Your existing appointment date is not affected by wait time changes after booking. Wait time figures reflect availability for new bookings only. Reschedule your appointment, if you need an earlier date and shorter slots become available.
Compare Kolkata H1B Visa Wait Times with Other Indian Consulates
To find the fastest available appointment for H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa, compare Kolkata against all Indian consulate wait times below.
Compare H1B with Other Visa Types at Kolkata
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa Interview Wait — What This Means for Your Application
A current wait of 30 days at U.S. Consulate General Kolkata means the earliest available H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa interview appointment is approximately 30 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.