{"id":123733,"date":"2026-06-30T09:56:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T09:56:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tv.guardian.ng\/?p=123733"},"modified":"2026-10-21T09:50:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T09:50:16","slug":"us-to-charge-750-for-expedited-b1-b2-visa-interview-appointments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/us-to-charge-750-for-expedited-b1-b2-visa-interview-appointments\/","title":{"rendered":"US to charge $750 for expedited B1\/B2 visa interview appointments"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dailymotion-player\"><script src=\"https:\/\/geo.dailymotion.com\/player\/x1ee8e.js\" data-video=\"xajxbju\"><\/script><\/div><br><br><p>\nReady for a shocker? The US is preparing to implement a hefty $750 fee for expedited B1\/B2 visa interview appointments! This significant price hike could drastically change plans for many seeking quick entry into the United States.<\/p>\n<p>This new fee targets those needing urgent travel, potentially impacting business professionals, tourists, and individuals with unforeseen circumstances. We&#8217;ll break down what this means for your travel planning and budget.<\/p>\n<p>Understand the implications of this expedited service charge. We dive into the potential reasons behind this drastic increase and what it signifies for immigration policies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready for a shocker? The US is preparing to implement a hefty $750 fee for expedited B1\/B2 visa interview appointments! This significant price hike could drastically change plans for many seeking quick entry into the United States. This new fee targets those needing urgent travel, potentially impacting business professionals, tourists, and individuals with unforeseen circumstances. 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