Visa appointment wait time?

[Disney Dreamers]

Hi guys, was just wondering if anyone has any experience with booking an appointment for the us embassy London.

We are trying to currently book one and it just says that there is nothing available. Is this normal, do they appear randomly, is there maybe a monthly release of appointments?
We have been checking for the past two weeks and no luck.

All forms are submitted and relevant documents are to hand so just waiting on an appointment. Starting to get a bit nervous as this is all new to us.

We would be grateful for any info.
Thanks!

[tspill]

Cant help on wait times, but have you considered Belfast. Many find it easier to get appointments there.

[Disney Dreamers]

Originally Posted by tspill

Cant help on wait times, but have you considered Belfast. Many find it easier to get appointments there.

See more...

I have had a look at that option and they have a few appointments left for November.

We live in London so makes sense to go to that embassy but I will keep Belfast in the back of my mind.

Thank you

[three_eyd_fish]

We just checked every morning and for a few days and eventually appointments came up around 6 weeks later

[ChrisS]

Originally Posted by Disney Dreamers

I have had a look at that option and they have a few appointments left for November.

We live in London so makes sense to go to that embassy but I will keep Belfast in the back of my mind.

Thank you

See more...

Hiya DD - if the visa isn't required due to a criminal background you should have enough time. We have B2 visa's to allow long stay, from application to interview/approval took circa 7 weeks.

If required for a criminal background, and a waiver is required, according to others it can take many months for waiver approval and strongly advise one doesn't make plans involving any payment until they're aware if the visa will be approved.

[Connies Mummy]

DH needed a visa and we took the first available one which was for about 3 weeks later after he applied. But it was a very early morning one and no chance really to pick a time.

[Disney Dreamers]

Thank you all for your help!
I guess we will just have to keep looking and see what comes up. We will definitely take anything for as soon as possible, just want to get it all moving. It’s all pretty stressful.

[ChrisS]

DD - HERE is a page of various ESTA threads, some may be helpful.

[f1girly]

DD had dates 6 weeks in advance given, only 8am appointments available, so she had to book a Premier Inn for the night before.

[Disney Dreamers]

Originally Posted by f1girly

DD had dates 6 weeks in advance given, only 8am appointments available, so she had to book a Premier Inn for the night before.

See more...

I wasn't sure if it was normal for it to just show 'no available appointments' after we have applied and have paid the fee. As soon as I select London, that is what it says.

Checked yesterday and today but still no luck. Fingers crossed!

Thanks for the info