Good news for those looking for US visa renewals! The US embassy in India announced that travelers who received “clearance received” or “department authorization” on their previous visas can now use the interview waiver process to apply for a new visa.
The interview waiver process may provide relief to many travelers who were previously required to attend an in-person interview at the US Embassy or Consulate. This will not only save time but also reduce the stress of going through the complete visa application process all over again. Applicants applying through the interview waiver process should allow up to three weeks from the time a passport has been accepted at the Visa Application Center until the passport is delivered or they are notified that the passport is ready for pickup.