As part of the Biden administration’s effort to strengthen ties with India, the US issued over 1,40,000 visas to Indian students last year. Julie Stufft, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Visa Services, highlighted the focus on Indian students, making India the largest source country for foreign students in the US. The US set a goal to issue one million visas in India, surpassing it several months in advance. Efforts are underway to reduce visa appointment wait times in India, and initiatives to prioritize business-related visas are in progress. The US has issued over 10.5 million visas in 2023, exceeding expectations and setting records.
US Issues Over 1,40,000 Visas to Indian Students, Prioritizes People-to-People Ties
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