Key facts
- The U.S. State Department is introducing a $750 fee for expedited visa interviews.
- Applicants paying the fee can secure an interview appointment within 10 business days.
- The program is a pilot, set to run from July 1 to December 31, 2026.
- The expedited service applies to B-1 and B-2 (business and tourism) visa applications.
- The fee does not guarantee visa approval or expedite administrative processing.
The U.S. Department of State is set to launch a pilot program that allows certain visa applicants to pay a $750 fee to secure an interview appointment within 10 business days. This initiative, aimed at addressing visa interview backlogs and testing demand for faster processing, will be available for B-1 and B-2 visa applicants at select overseas posts.