Major Update for Pakistanis Seeking US Visas: Reduced Appointment Wait Times Announced
**By Live Script** ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, the US Embassy in Pakistan has announced a major reduction in appointment wait times for various visa categories. This move is set to streamline and expedite the visa application process for Pakistani applicants. The embassy revealed that the wait time for visa appointments has been drastically cut from 440 days to 230 days. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of the visa application process for individuals seeking student visas, business visas, family reunion visas, and more. An embassy official stated, "We are working diligently to handle the increased demand and facilitate as many applicants as possible." The embassy has introduced several measures to expedite visa processing and is committed to reducing wait times to the minimum possible. Historically, the US Embassy in Islamabad and Karachi processed approximately 10,000 applications per month. With the new measures in place, the embassy aims to impro...