Can I take my US visa interview in another country?

Generally only in your country of nationality or residence. Applying elsewhere is limited and usually means a much longer wait.

Can I Book a US Visa Appointment at a Different Consulate in India?

Short answer

Yes. Applicants who live in India can usually book their OFC and interview at any of the five US posts: Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata or Hyderabad, whichever has a suitable date. Applying outside India, as a non-resident, is generally discouraged and can mean much longer waits.

Choosing a post

Compare the earliest dates recently seen at each post on SlotWatch's wait-times page, then look in the portal. Some H and L cases have been directed to particular posts, so the portal may not offer every city for every case.

Your OFC and interview don't always have to be in the same city, but booking them close together saves travel. Check what the portal allows when you book.

Outside India

Since 2025, nonimmigrant applicants are expected to interview in their country of nationality or residence. Booking in another country is possible only in limited cases and usually means a far longer wait.

Common questions

Can I book a US visa appointment at a different consulate in India?: Usually yes: residents of India can choose any of the five posts. The portal shows which ones are available for your case.
Can I take my US visa interview in another country?: Generally only in your country of nationality or residence. Applying elsewhere is limited and usually means a much longer wait.

Official sources

This guide is general information from AppointVisa, an independent private service, not legal advice or official government guidance.

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