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Updated on 09.09.2026
The US government is testing a new program for expedited B-visa appointments through the end of 2026. At participating US embassies, eligible applicants can obtain an interview appointment within ten business days for an additional fee of $750 — provided that appointments are available.
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Anyone who wants to travel to the U.S. on short notice can turn to the Application one B-1- or B-2 Visas often face the problem of long wait times for an interview appointment. The U.S. Department of State has therefore been testing a new “Paid Expedite” program since July 2026, which allows certain applicants to receive an earlier appointment in exchange for an additional fee.
As part of the pilot program, which runs through December 31, 2026, eligible applicants may apply for a B Visa Pay an additional fee of $750 per person. This allows you to schedule an interview appointment within the next ten business days, provided that appointments are available and the requirements are met.
It is important to note: This fee is in addition to the regular MRV fee of $185. First, you must submit a regular application and schedule a regular interview appointment as usual. Only then can you check your user account to see if the “Paid Expedite” option is available.
The pilot program is not currently available worldwide. It has been launched in Mexico, Canada, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Honduras, among other countries. Additional locations may be added during the program's duration.
Whether this option is actually offered depends on both the specific country and the availability of appropriate appointments. Therefore, there is no guarantee of an express appointment.
The additional fee is intended solely to expedite the interview appointment. The actual visa process remains subject to the standard security checks and legal requirements.
Therefore, even for a “Paid Expedite” appointment, the following applies: The payment of 750 US dollars does not guarantee that the visa will be issued or that the visa application will be processed more quickly. If the visa is denied, the expedited processing fee will not be refunded.
It is also not possible to reschedule an express appointment that has already been booked. Anyone who misses or cancels the appointment forfeits the fee paid and must pay again for another express appointment.
The program is intended exclusively for people who have a B Visa apply and need to schedule a personal interview. For example, anyone applying for a visa renewal for the Interview Waiver Process If this applies, you cannot use the express fee.
For travelers with urgent travel needs that are not recognized as emergencies, the Pilot Program nevertheless, it offers an additional way to get an appointment more quickly — provided that the specific location participates and appropriate appointments are available.
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