
22/08/2025
Starting September 2, 2025, most nonimmigrant visa applicants — including those renewing — will need to attend an in-person interview with a consular officer.
🔹 No more “drop-box” renewals for categories like H-1B, L-1, F-1, J-1, O-1, and more.
🔹 Limited exceptions remain (diplomats, officials, some B1/B2 renewals).
🔹 Expect longer wait times, so plan ahead.
If you’re applying or renewing, prepare early and assume an interview will be required.