Monthly issuance data by nationality from State Dept.
What this shows: Monthly visa issuances for your country and visa type over time.
How to leverage it: See if momentum is improving or worsening. Use recent months to decide timing; compare with consulate breakdown for where to apply.
Caution: Issuance is not appointment availability. Data may be delayed.
View consulate breakdown or approval rates for this visa type →
Last 12 months
490
Year over year
-47.6%
Peak year
59
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 12 |
| 2019 | - | 35 |
| 2018 | - | 24 |
| 2017 | - | 26 |
| 2016 | - | 42 |
| 2015 | - | 53 |
| 2014 | - | 59 |
| 2013 | - | 44 |
| 2012 | - | 58 |
| 2011 | - | 52 |
| 2010 | - | 47 |
| 2009 | - | 38 |
| 2008 | - | 50 |
| 2007 | - | 64 |
| 2006 | - | 73 |
| 2005 | - | 73 |
| 2004 | - | 89 |
| 2003 | - | 90 |
| 2002 | - | 102 |
| 2001 | - | 138 |
| 2000 | - | 88 |
| 1999 | - | 75 |
| 1998 | - | 47 |
| 1997 | - | 47 |