B1/B2 Visas Appointments Situation, Outlook for 2023
Wait Times for First time B1/B2 applicants
The wait times for first-time B1/B2 visa applicants are very high at the moment, they are working towards reducing it, but due to capacity issues, it will take time to fix the wait times.
Dropbox for B1/B2
They say that the dropbox category for B1/B2 visa is under reasonable control and the wait times are not that bad. They will continue to release more slots as time permits.
48 months from Expiry for Dropbox
To utilize the dropbox or interview waiver option for renewals, your B1/B2 visa must have expired within the previous 48 months. This is still applicable for B1/B2 visa holders.
Parents Visiting Kids, Graduation Ceremonies B2
Due to a shortage of slots, they say that parents trying to get Visa appointments under an expedited category to visit their kids in the US, will not be considered emergency and will not be given Emergency appointment approval.