The new rules come into effect as data published by the State Department in August showed that appointment wait times for visitor and tourist visas have soared. Between January and August, wait times ...

US interview waiver policy, also called Dropbox, for foreign workers on temporary visas, international students on F-1 visas ...

Starting October 1, 2025, the U.S. ends broad visa interview waivers for international students and professionals. Only ...

Starting October 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will revise non-immigrant visa rules, requiring most applicants, ...

From Tuesday, the Department of State will narrow the categories of applicants eligible for a waiver of the nonimmigrant visa ...

Immigrant visas are for people moving to the U.S. permanently—such as through family sponsorship, employment-based green cards, or the Diversity Visa (DV) lottery. This is different from nonimmigrant ...

The US has withdrawn its popular Interview Waiver, or Dropbox system, for children, senior citizens, international students, ...

Applicants are advised to check embassy and consulate websites for detailed information about visa application requirements, procedures, operating status, and available services.

Nervous applicant shares step-by-step interview experience, tips on confidence, DS-160 updates, and early morning appointment ...

The US visa officer isn't trying to trick you. Their main goal is to confirm that you're a genuine tourist, have the financial means to support your trip, and plan to return to your home country after ...