What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 2632.
Faster US Visas: Remote Interviews and Easier Tourist Stay Extensions.
This law aims to significantly cut visa wait times by boosting consular staff and setting a 21-day interview goal for most applicants. It makes travel easier by expanding interview waivers and allowing eligible tourists to extend their stay in the US without leaving the country. A paid expedited service option is also introduced for quicker processing.
Key points
More applicants qualify for visa interview waivers, and the eligibility window based on a previous visa is extended from 12 to 48 months.
Consulates must aim to interview 80% of nonimmigrant visa applicants within 21 days; those with long backlogs face mandatory improvement plans and staff support.
Eligible tourists (B-1/B-2 visa holders) can apply to extend their stay while remaining in the United States.
An optional expedited service is available for a fee ($500 for adults), guaranteeing a remote interview within 14 days for qualified applicants.
Status:
Expired
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