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
4,159
Year over year
-11.1%
Peak year
397
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 156 |
| 2019 | - | 387 |
| 2018 | - | 397 |
| 2017 | - | 396 |
| 2016 | - | 393 |
| 2015 | - | 350 |
| 2014 | - | 364 |
| 2013 | - | 362 |
| 2012 | - | 327 |
| 2011 | - | 357 |
| 2010 | - | 337 |
| 2009 | - | 333 |
| 2008 | - | 386 |
| 2007 | - | 442 |
| 2006 | - | 336 |
| 2005 | - | 325 |
| 2004 | - | 384 |
| 2003 | - | 305 |
| 2002 | - | 355 |
| 2001 | - | 447 |
| 2000 | - | 543 |
| 1999 | - | 368 |
| 1998 | - | 456 |
| 1997 | - | 333 |