Great news for Indian students planning to study in the United States
The US Embassy in India has announced that thousands of student visa appointments are now available at US missions across the country.
This is a big relief for students preparing to study in the US for the fall session of 2025. They can now easily obtain a student visa.
To apply for the F-1 student visa, students must first book an appointment, which is available at any US mission in India.
On the day of the appointment, the student must attend the interview at the US Mission. If they pass the interview, they will receive the visa.
The US Embassy in New Delhi shared this update on social media, announcing that thousands of student visa appointments are available.
A link was also provided to allow students to check the availability of appointments in different countries, including India.
The US prioritizes Indian students for visas. In April 2024, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti emphasized that student visas are given high priority.
He also mentioned that the embassy is preparing to process more student visa applications this year, as Indian students make up a significant portion of international applicants to US universities.
In 2023, the US consular team in India issued over 1,40,000 student visas, the highest number issued by any country.
This was the third consecutive year of such high numbers. Overall, the US Mission issued 1.4 million visas in 2023, setting a new record.
This demonstrates the US’s commitment to Indian students. With more appointment slots now available, it will be easier for students to get their visas and start their studies on time, bringing much-needed relief to Indian applicants.
