L2 Visa Interview Wait Time — U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
Checked twice weekly against U.S. State Department data
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
L-2 Dependent Visa
No change vs last month
Interview wait
45d
90-day avg
45d
Best in India
30d
This is one consulate. See current wait times for every visa type at all Indian consulates.
L-2 Dependent Visa Historical Wait Trend — Last 90 Days at Mumbai
Compare L2 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 L-2 Dependent Visa Wait Time at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
To understand the 45-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 45-day appointment wait with an additional 3–10 business days of administrative review after your interview completes.
The 45-day wait time at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai represents the interview appointment backlog as of August 2026. Interview appointments at this consulate have averaged 45 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 Mumbai processes L-2 Dependent 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 L-2 Dependent Visa Visa at Mumbai — Seasonal Guide
To avoid peak wait periods, plan your L-2 Dependent Visa application using the seasonal demand patterns below.
L-1 intracompany transfer visa stamping at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai follows corporate travel cycles rather than seasonal patterns. Wait times for L-1 applicants may be lower than F-1 or B-1/B-2 due to lower annual volume, typically 30–50% fewer applicants. Coordinate your stamping appointment with your transfer date, if your assignment start is fixed.
Other US Visa Types at Mumbai — U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
B1
B-1 Business Visitor
14 months (~420 days)
B1-B2
B-1/B-2 Tourist & Business Visa
14 months (~420 days)
B2
B-2 Tourism / Visitor
14 months (~420 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
1.5 months (~45 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
1.5 months (~45 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
1.5 months (~45 days)
O1
O-1 Extraordinary Ability
1.5 months (~45 days)
Frequently Asked Questions — L-2 Dependent Visa Visa Wait Time at Mumbai
What does the 45-day wait time mean?
The 45-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 Kolkata, if that consulate currently shows a shorter wait time for L-2 Dependent Visa applications.
Does this include visa processing time after the interview?
No. The 45 days shown is the wait until your interview appointment only. Visa processing after the interview takes an additional 3–10 business days in most L-2 Dependent 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 Mumbai L2 Visa Wait Times with Other Indian Consulates
To find the fastest available appointment for L-2 Dependent Visa, compare Mumbai against all Indian consulate wait times below.
Compare L2 with Other Visa Types at Mumbai
L-2 Dependent Visa Interview Wait — What This Means for Your Application
A current wait of 45 days at U.S. Consulate General Mumbai means the earliest available L-2 Dependent Visa interview appointment is approximately 45 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.