The US visa processing time depends on the type of visa that you are applying for. It takes from 3 to 5 weeks for a US visa application to get processed. After the processing, the applicant can get a positive reply on their application, and the consulate will deliver the document.

Obtaining a US visa from Kenya in 2026 remains a lengthier process than in pre-2020 years due to a significant backlog at the US Embassy in Nairobi. For non-immigrant visitor visas (B1/B2), the wait time for an interview appointment can still range from 4 to 12 months, depending on current staffing and seasonal demand. Once the interview is completed and the visa is approved, the physical passport processing usually takes about 3 to 5 business days. For those eligible for an "interview waiver" (renewals), the process is much faster, often completed in 2 to 4 weeks. However, applicants are strongly advised not to book non-refundable travel until the visa is in hand, as administrative processing can occasionally add several weeks or months of unexpected delay to an individual case.