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
15,707
Year over year
+16.5%
Peak year
1,681
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 552 |
| 2019 | - | 1,396 |
| 2018 | - | 1,477 |
| 2017 | - | 1,533 |
| 2016 | - | 1,681 |
| 2015 | - | 1,681 |
| 2014 | - | 1,673 |
| 2013 | - | 1,481 |
| 2012 | - | 1,182 |
| 2011 | - | 1,087 |
| 2010 | - | 1,004 |
| 2009 | - | 960 |
| 2008 | - | 1,005 |
| 2007 | - | 1,067 |
| 2006 | - | 1,144 |
| 2005 | - | 1,095 |
| 2004 | - | 1,024 |
| 2003 | - | 1,040 |
| 2002 | - | 1,201 |
| 2001 | - | 1,363 |
| 2000 | - | 1,040 |
| 1999 | - | 1,030 |
| 1998 | - | 1,281 |
| 1997 | - | 1,187 |