On December 23, 2022, The Department of State (DOS) announced that consular officers will continue to be authorized to waive in-person interviews on a case-by-case basis for certain nonimmigrant visa categories through December 31, 2023.

The authorization to waive in-person interviews for certain other applicants renewing a visa in the same classification within 48 months of the prior visa’s expiration was previously authorized to remain in place until further notice. Detailed information on the interview waiver program can be found in this previously published article.

This is a great relief, as interview waivers have reduced visa appointment wait times at many embassies and consulates by freeing up in-person interview appointments for other applicants who require an interview.