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
15,834
Year over year
+0.2%
Peak year
1,590
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 538 |
| 2019 | - | 1,422 |
| 2018 | - | 1,590 |
| 2017 | - | 1,501 |
| 2016 | - | 1,528 |
| 2015 | - | 1,517 |
| 2014 | - | 1,245 |
| 2013 | - | 1,429 |
| 2012 | - | 1,215 |
| 2011 | - | 1,407 |
| 2010 | - | 1,195 |
| 2009 | - | 1,247 |
| 2008 | - | 1,337 |
| 2007 | - | 1,659 |
| 2006 | - | 1,287 |
| 2005 | - | 1,318 |
| 2004 | - | 1,156 |
| 2003 | - | 1,198 |
| 2002 | - | 1,292 |
| 2001 | - | 1,208 |
| 2000 | - | 1,345 |
| 1999 | - | 1,507 |
| 1998 | - | 1,362 |
| 1997 | - | 1,138 |