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Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates-Visa and Citizenship Services Fee Changes

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Fed. RegisterAct by July 9, 2026 (public comments)
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The State Department is introducing a new optional $750 expedited interview fee for B-1/B-2 business and tourism visa applicants. Eligible applicants who pay this premium fee can secure an interview appointment at selected posts within ten business days, rather than waiting in standard queues. This is a temporary final rule and remains optional; standard visa application fees are unchanged. Public comments accepted until July 9, 2026.
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TypeRule
SourceFed. Register
PublishedJune 9, 2026
Comment deadlineJuly 9, 2026

This temporary final rule (TFR) temporarily amends the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services (Schedule) to create a $750 fee for an expedited B1/B2, business and tourism, nonimmigrant visa (NIV) interview appointment. This new fee will allow B1/B2 visa applicants who pay the fee to secure an interview appointment at selected posts within ten business days. This service will be an optional premium addition to the standard NIV application fee and will be offered only to applicants at limited post

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