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
16,607
Year over year
+14.3%
Peak year
1,953
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 452 |
| 2019 | - | 1,175 |
| 2018 | - | 1,354 |
| 2017 | - | 1,606 |
| 2016 | - | 1,868 |
| 2015 | - | 1,562 |
| 2014 | - | 1,457 |
| 2013 | - | 1,451 |
| 2012 | - | 1,322 |
| 2011 | - | 1,953 |
| 2010 | - | 1,357 |
| 2009 | - | 1,050 |
| 2008 | - | 1,399 |
| 2007 | - | 2,067 |
| 2006 | - | 1,546 |
| 2005 | - | 1,272 |
| 2004 | - | 1,363 |
| 2003 | - | 1,139 |
| 2002 | - | 1,223 |
| 2001 | - | 1,240 |
| 2000 | - | 1,019 |
| 1999 | - | 774 |
| 1998 | - | 801 |
| 1997 | - | 680 |