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.
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Last 12 months
18,017
Year over year
+114.1%
Peak year
2,320
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 545 |
| 2019 | - | 1,921 |
| 2018 | - | 1,920 |
| 2017 | - | 1,480 |
| 2016 | - | 1,711 |
| 2015 | - | 2,161 |
| 2014 | - | 2,137 |
| 2013 | - | 2,320 |
| 2012 | - | 1,364 |
| 2011 | - | 971 |
| 2010 | - | 798 |
| 2009 | - | 689 |
| 2008 | - | 593 |
| 2007 | - | 471 |
| 2006 | - | 442 |
| 2005 | - | 450 |
| 2004 | - | 366 |
| 2003 | - | 437 |
| 2002 | - | 324 |
| 2001 | - | 986 |
| 2000 | - | 1,208 |
| 1999 | - | 1,395 |
| 1998 | - | 992 |
| 1997 | - | 752 |