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Reducing Visitor Visa Wait Times for US Travel

This new act aims to shorten long interview wait times for individuals applying for visitor visas to the U.S. It requires reporting on posts with excessive wait times and allows for personnel reassignment to speed up the process. This means citizens planning to travel to the U.S. may experience faster visa processing.
Key points
Mandatory reporting for posts where visitor visa interview wait times exceed 100 days.
Allows temporary reassignment of staff to posts with wait times over 300 days to reduce delays.
Potential for shorter waiting periods for visitor visas for those traveling to the U.S.
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Print number: 117_HR_9141
Sponsor: Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]
Process start date: 2022-10-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Visitor Visa Wait Time Reduction Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9141.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory reporting for posts where visitor visa interview wait times exceed 100 days.
  • Allows temporary reassignment of staff to posts with wait times over 300 days to reduce delays.
  • Potential for shorter waiting periods for visitor visas for those traveling to the U.S.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Migration