Embassy Wait Times

Current visa appointment wait times at embassies serving Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.

Last Updated: March 2026

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUS Embassy, Kingston

B1/B2 Tourist/Business~120 days
Long wait
Student (F/M)~30 days
Short wait
Petition-based (H/L/etc)~60 days
Moderate wait

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§UK VFS Centre, Kingston

Standard Visitor~15 working days
Short wait
Priority Visitor~5 working days
Short wait
Settlement~60 working days
Long wait

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada VAC (via VFS)

Visitor Visa~45 days
Moderate wait
Study Permit~8 weeks
Long wait
Work Permit~12 weeks
Long wait

Pro Tips

Maximize your chances of getting an earlier appointment.

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US slots open on Mondays

New US Embassy appointment slots typically open on Monday mornings. Check the scheduling system early (7-8 AM EST) for best availability.

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Emergency appointments

You may qualify for an expedited US visa appointment if you have a medical emergency, death in the family, or urgent business travel with documentation.

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Check availability regularly

Cancellations happen daily. Log in to your scheduling account frequently -- earlier slots often appear with short notice.

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UK Priority service

For UK visas, the Priority service costs extra but can reduce processing to 5 working days. Worth it for urgent travel.

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Wait times are approximate and change frequently. Last verified: March 2026. For the most current wait times, check the official embassy websites or contact World Bridge.

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