Are U.S. Embassies Open For Visa Interviews?
As restrictions start to ease, most U.S. embassies and consulates have resumed certain immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments.
Are US embassies doing visa interviews?
Routine interviews for tourist and immigrant visas remain suspended currently. Appointments are scheduled for nonimmigrant visas only for those who qualify for an emergency interview or are eligible for renewal with an interview waiver.
Update on Consular Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Are US embassies issuing visas now?
In response to significant worldwide challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates. Embassies and consulates may now enter a phased resumption of visa services.
Suspension of Routine Visa Services - travel.gov
Is US Embassy accepting visa application now?
Immigrant Visa (IV): The Embassy continues to have a significant backlog of all categories of immigrant visas. We are using a tiered approach to triage immigrant visa applications, based on the category of immigrant visa, as we resume and expand processing.
Visa Update: Consular Operations (Visas) as of October 2021