24 August 2026

US DOS expedited visitor visa appointment program expands to additional consular posts

On 18 August 2026, the Department of State published an updated list of US embassies and consulates participating in the nonimmigrant visa expedited appointment pilot program. This pilot program, which is scheduled to run through 31 December 2026, allows eligible applicants to pay an additional $750 fee to schedule a visitor (B-1/B-2) visa interview within 10 business days, subject to appointment availability.

A Tax Alert prepared by EY Law LLP group, and attached below, provides additional details.

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Full text of Tax Alert

Document ID: 2026-1814