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
15,714
Year over year
-28.7%
Peak year
1,614
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 682 |
| 2019 | - | 1,209 |
| 2018 | - | 1,120 |
| 2017 | - | 1,113 |
| 2016 | - | 1,253 |
| 2015 | - | 1,258 |
| 2014 | - | 1,352 |
| 2013 | - | 1,451 |
| 2012 | - | 1,583 |
| 2011 | - | 1,614 |
| 2010 | - | 1,613 |
| 2009 | - | 1,466 |
| 2008 | - | 1,483 |
| 2007 | - | 1,938 |
| 2006 | - | 2,039 |
| 2005 | - | 1,972 |
| 2004 | - | 2,174 |
| 2003 | - | 2,011 |
| 2002 | - | 2,155 |
| 2001 | - | 2,367 |
| 2000 | - | 1,913 |
| 1999 | - | 1,581 |
| 1998 | - | 1,323 |
| 1997 | - | 1,078 |