F1 Visa Interview Wait Time — U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
Current interview appointment wait · Updated monthly from U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
F-1 Student Visa
↑ 15 days vs last month
Interview wait
75d
90-day avg
91d
Best in India
30d
F-1 Student Visa Historical Wait Trend — Last 90 Days at Mumbai
Compare F1 Visa Wait Times — All India Consulates
| Trend | ||
|---|---|---|
chennai U.S. Consulate General Chennai | 30 days | → No change |
delhi U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 30 days | ↑ 16 days vs last month |
hyderabad U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad | 75 days | → No change |
mumbai U.S. Consulate General Mumbai | 75 days | ↑ 15 days vs last month |
kolkata U.S. Consulate General Kolkata | 105 days | ↑ 30 days vs last month |
About the F-1 Student Visa Wait Time at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
To understand the 75-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 Mumbai combines the 75-day appointment wait with an additional 3–10 business days of administrative review after your interview completes.
The 75-day wait time at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai represents the interview appointment backlog as of May 2026. Interview appointments at this consulate have averaged 91 days over the past 90 days, with the current figure increased by 15 days compared to last month. Last month's figure reflects State Department scheduling data, updated monthly on this page.
The U.S. Consulate General Mumbai processes F-1 Student Visa applications for applicants residing in Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. Applicants from these states should apply at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai, 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 F-1 Student Visa Visa at Mumbai — Seasonal Guide
To avoid peak wait periods, plan your F-1 Student Visa application using the seasonal demand patterns below.
F-1 student visa demand at Indian consulates peaks between April and July, when applicants prepare for August and September university intakes. Wait times at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai may increase by 30–60 days during this window. Book your appointment before February, if your program starts in August or September. October through January typically sees the lowest F-1 wait times, such as November and December when demand drops by up to 40%.
Other US Visa Types at Mumbai — U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
B1
B-1 Business Visitor
210d
B1-B2
B-1/B-2 Tourist & Business Visa
210d
B2
B-2 Tourism / Visitor
210d
C1-D
C-1/D Transit & Crew
F2
F-2 Dependent Visa
75d
H1B
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
30d
H1B1
H-1B1 Specialty (Singapore/Chile)
H4
H-4 Dependent Visa
30d
J1
J-1 Exchange Visitor
75d
J2
J-2 Dependent Visa
75d
L1
L-1 Intracompany Transfer Visa
30d
L2
L-2 Dependent Visa
30d
O1
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
30d
Frequently Asked Questions — F-1 Student Visa Visa Wait Time at Mumbai
What does the 75-day wait time mean?
The 75-day figure is the number of calendar days until the earliest available interview slot at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai. 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 F-1 Student Visa applications.
Does this include visa processing time after the interview?
No. The 75 days shown is the wait until your interview appointment only. Visa processing after the interview takes an additional 3–10 business days in most F-1 Student Visa 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.
When should I apply if my program starts in August 2026?
Apply for your F-1 interview no later than February 2026, if your program starts in August. The current 75-day wait at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai plus 5 business days processing means you need at least 80 calendar days of buffer before your program start date.
Compare Mumbai F1 Visa Wait Times with Other Indian Consulates
To find the fastest available appointment for F-1 Student Visa, compare Mumbai against all Indian consulate wait times below.
F-1 Student Visa Interview Wait — What This Means for Your Application
A current wait of 75 days at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai means the earliest available F-1 Student Visa interview appointment is approximately 75 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.