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
33,990
Year over year
-2.6%
Peak year
3,211
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 655 |
| 2019 | - | 3,097 |
| 2018 | - | 3,211 |
| 2017 | - | 3,160 |
| 2016 | - | 3,174 |
| 2015 | - | 3,120 |
| 2014 | - | 2,874 |
| 2013 | - | 2,861 |
| 2012 | - | 2,870 |
| 2011 | - | 2,906 |
| 2010 | - | 2,891 |
| 2009 | - | 3,171 |
| 2008 | - | 3,599 |
| 2007 | - | 3,940 |
| 2006 | - | 3,488 |
| 2005 | - | 3,281 |
| 2004 | - | 3,002 |
| 2003 | - | 2,772 |
| 2002 | - | 2,749 |
| 2001 | - | 2,757 |
| 2000 | - | 2,577 |
| 1999 | - | 2,582 |
| 1998 | - | 2,325 |
| 1997 | - | 1,821 |