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U.S. Embassy in Peru Releases 4,000 New B1/B2 Visa Appointments for Jan–Feb 2026

The embassy says the added capacity targets World Cup travel demand.

Overview

  • Booking opened at 9:00 a.m. on Nov. 25 for 4,000 interview times assigned to January and February 2026, according to the embassy’s official announcement.
  • Officials cited elevated interest in travel related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the driver for the expanded appointment availability.
  • Applicants must use the embassy scheduling portal to create a profile, complete the DS-160 and payment, and reserve as soon as times appear, with releases occurring punctually.
  • Coverage reports the new times are available to any qualified applicant, including renewals and some recent refusals.
  • Applicants should account for current rules, including a US$435 B1/B2 fee in effect since Oct. 1 and a requirement since June that social-media accounts be public on interview day.