US extends interview waiver for certain visa applicants throughout 2023

The US on Friday has extended the authority of consular officers to waive facility for certain non-immigrant visa applicants.

"We are pleased to announce that the Secretary of State has made a determination extending the authority of consular officers to waive in-person interviews for certain non-immigrant visa categories through December 31, 2023, read the US Department of State press release.

The in-person interviews for certain nonimmigrant visa categories has extended till 2023.

The Department of State said that it recognizes the positive impact of travel to the United States by foreign student and temporary work visa holders on the US economy.

Consular officers are authorized, through December 31, 2023, to continue to waive in-person interviews on a case-by-case basis for certain first-time and/or renewing applicants, added the release.