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
59,355
Year over year
+26.0%
Peak year
6,772
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 1,912 |
| 2019 | - | 4,946 |
| 2018 | - | 4,609 |
| 2017 | - | 4,689 |
| 2016 | - | 4,994 |
| 2015 | - | 6,267 |
| 2014 | - | 6,435 |
| 2013 | - | 6,772 |
| 2012 | - | 5,905 |
| 2011 | - | 4,839 |
| 2010 | - | 4,075 |
| 2009 | - | 3,912 |
| 2008 | - | 3,961 |
| 2007 | - | 3,317 |
| 2006 | - | 2,933 |
| 2005 | - | 2,711 |
| 2004 | - | 2,449 |
| 2003 | - | 2,501 |
| 2002 | - | 3,219 |
| 2001 | - | 4,815 |
| 2000 | - | 6,123 |
| 1999 | - | 6,035 |
| 1998 | - | 5,171 |
| 1997 | - | 3,887 |