Was US embassy opened in Jan-Feb'2021

[Sap16]

Hi Friends,

I have approved petition from my employer for my H1B . But, When i asked my employer to book a appointment slot they told that embassy not allowing for fresh applications. 

Could you please tell me whether US embassy in India,  was allowed fresh applications anytime between Jan 2021 - till date.

Please let me know. this is just for my awareness as i was getting mixed answers when i talk to my friends/relatives.

( fyi: big organizations like tcs, infosys, ibm, cts-- they book the stamping appointments, we cannot) .

-Thanks

[sgrcres]

They were allowing till late March 2021.  But due to the second wave, all consulates are operating with limited staff and for emergency appointments only.  You can try to book an appointment if you have an emergency.