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
36,138
Year over year
+95.9%
Peak year
5,295
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 2,207 |
| 2019 | - | 5,295 |
| 2018 | - | 4,733 |
| 2017 | - | 4,390 |
| 2016 | - | 4,150 |
| 2015 | - | 3,406 |
| 2014 | - | 2,654 |
| 2013 | - | 2,157 |
| 2012 | - | 1,903 |
| 2011 | - | 1,831 |
| 2010 | - | 1,616 |
| 2009 | - | 1,796 |
| 2008 | - | 2,111 |
| 2007 | - | 1,947 |
| 2006 | - | 1,749 |
| 2005 | - | 1,716 |
| 2004 | - | 1,435 |
| 2003 | - | 1,599 |
| 2002 | - | 1,476 |
| 2001 | - | 1,662 |
| 2000 | - | 1,612 |
| 1999 | - | 1,135 |
| 1998 | - | 1,010 |
| 1997 | - | 996 |