Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:09pm on 13 Jun 2024,Thursday India Global
US Embassy in India anticipates a record number of student visa applications in 2024, potentially surpassing last year's high of 140,000 visas. To manage the influx, interviews have started earlier than usual. The embassy aims to interview around 4,000 students daily to accommodate the increased demand. Wait times for most visa categories have been drastically reduced, facilitating smoother processing. The US emphasizes the importance of academic exchange between the nations, reflecting a longstanding commitment to fostering educational opportunities. This surge underscores Indian students' growing preference for US universities, strengthening bilateral ties.
