US Expands $750 B-1/B-2 Visa Fast-Track Program to More Countries

The U.S. State Department has expanded its fee-based pilot program that lets certain B-1/B-2 applicants pay an extra $750 to book an earlier consular interview. Starting August 18, 2026, the program now covers U.S. posts in Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Honduras.

To use the premium service, applicants must have already submitted their DS-160 form and paid the standard visa fee. The State Department said premium slots are limited and, when available, interviews are scheduled within 10 business days.

The additional fee only moves up the interview date. It does not accelerate the adjudication process, security checks, or visa issuance, according to the department.

The pilot is scheduled to run through December 31, 2026. It gives business and personal travelers in the newly added locations a way to reduce wait times for appointments.