The US Department of State published a rule in the Federal Register on June 9, 2026, introducing a new "Nonimmigrant Visa Expedited Interview Appointment Fee." The fee allows certain B1/B2 visa applicants to secure a priority interview slot and is set at $750 per applicant.

The measure takes effect on July 1, 2026, and is expected to run through December 31, 2026, as part of a temporary pilot program. A public comment period remains open until July 9, 2026, but this does not delay the program's launch — barring any subsequent changes by US authorities.

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