It is totally worth noting that, at least in the case of F-1 VISAs (student VISAs), you can ask for an expedited appointment. I personally helped someone out* w

It is totally worth noting that, at least in the case of F-1 VISAs (student VISAs), you can ask for an expedited appointment. I personally helped someone out* who did this and got an appointment in two weeks, while the original appointment would have had a 10 month wait time. * Because I'd been through this process before, that is.