Us Visa Interview News Today

Indiagold co-founder Deepak Abbot took to X to share an interesting account from his visit to the consulate for his US visa interview. His post has gone viral with close to 4 lakh views.

Deepal Abbot was stopped by the authorities and asked to remove the ring as officials refused to let him in if he was wearing an electronic device.

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US visa fee for visitors and certain other non-immigrant visa categories is now $185. For certain petition-based non-immigrant visas (NIV) for temporary workers, the fee has been increased from $190 to $205.

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In addition to the visitor's visa, the US State Department official said they are working on other types of visas including, student visas.

The Saturday slots were opened in the Embassy in New Delhi and the Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad consulates to accommodate applicants who require in-person visa interviews, the US Embassy said.

However, it has asked applicants to check with embassies and consulates as interviews might be required for some cases.