US Embassy San José
U.S. Embassy, Costa Rica — B1/B2 visitor · F/M/J student & exchange · H/L/O/P/Q petition-based · K fiancé(e)/spouse · immigrant visas.
B1/B2 visitor visa interview
12 months
to next available appointment
Last updated Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:47:29 GMT · Source: travel.state.gov
All visa categories
| Visa class | Wait |
|---|---|
| B1/B2 Visitor | 12 monthsAvg 6 months |
| F/M/J Student & Exchange | 8 days |
| H/L/O/P/Q Petition | 8 days |
| C/D Crew/Transit | 8 days |
| K Fiancé(e)/Spouse | Contact post |
| Immigrant | Contact post |
Location
U.S. Embassy San José
Calle 120, Avenida 0, Pavas, San José
Costa Rica
9.9518, -84.1392
About appointment waits at this post
Wait times shown reflect the next available interview slot at the us embassy in San José, as published by the U.S. Department of State. Use the official appointment system to book — this page is informational.
Most B1/B2 applicants under 14 or over 79 may qualify for an interview waiver. Some posts also offer dropbox (interview waiver) renewals — check the post's website for current eligibility.