B1/B2 visa: A Reddit user has gone viral after sharing how their B1/B2 visa was approved in under a minute at the Delhi Consulate, offering a rare, step-by-step account of the interview process and preparation strategy that worked in their favour.
The post, shared to help other applicants, comes amid long wait times and anxiety surrounding US visa interviews. The user said their OFC appointment was completed in Kolkata, while the actual visa interview took place in Delhi.
Preparation played a key role, says applicant
Before narrating the interview experience, the Redditor listed several preparation tips they believe made a decisive difference. These included researching commonly asked interview questions, rehearsing answers with friends or colleagues, and keeping responses concise.
The user also advised applicants to avoid oversharing information and said they used AI tools to refine responses. Practical tips included reaching the embassy only 30–40 minutes before the appointment, carrying minimal belongings, and staying calm despite long queues and stressful conversations overheard outside the consulate.
“There is locker facility available at Delhi, but I suggest go with some cash and all relevant documents in your file bag. Carry a water bottle to calm yourself as the queue is huge and there are lot of discussion you would overhear unintentionally which will increase your stress and anxiety,” the post noted.
Inside the visa interview at Delhi Consulate
Describing the interview itself, the user said the process was brief and straightforward. They also observed another applicant ahead of them—a startup founder—whose case appeared uncertain but was eventually approved.
The visa officer asked standard questions related to employment, travel purpose, income, and previous international travel. The applicant said no documents were requested apart from the passport.
During the interaction, the user quoted the exact exchange with the visa officer, including questions about employment history, salary, marital status, and prior travel.
“Your visa approved, you can collect the passport later,” the officer finally said, according to the Reddit post.
The entire interaction reportedly took less than a minute, with short pauses while the officer typed details into the system.
No documents asked beyond passport
One detail that caught readers’ attention was that no supporting documents were requested, reinforcing the importance of clear, confident answers. The applicant concluded the post by thanking the online community for guidance and said they wanted to “give back” by sharing their experience.
The post has since drawn significant engagement from users preparing for US visa interviews, many of whom said the detailed breakdown helped reduce anxiety around the process.
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