US Visa Wait Times Vary Across Indian Consulates
New US visa wait time data reveals dramatic differences between Indian consulates. Delhi faces 8-month delays for visitor visas while Mumbai offers faster work visa processing.
New US visa wait time data reveals dramatic differences between Indian consulates. Delhi faces 8-month delays for visitor visas while Mumbai offers faster work visa processing.
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