F-1 Visa Issuances for India
Monthly issuance data by nationality from State Dept.
How to use this data
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
478,402
Total issued
Year over year
+85.5%
↑ Increase
Peak year
74,831
2015 (full year)
Monthly data
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 15,323 |
| 2019 | - | 43,714 |
| 2018 | - | 42,694 |
| 2017 | - | 44,741 |
| 2016 | - | 62,537 |
| 2015 | - | 74,831 |
| 2014 | - | 56,653 |
| 2013 | - | 36,141 |
| 2012 | - | 23,446 |
| 2011 | - | 25,649 |
| 2010 | - | 25,783 |
| 2009 | - | 26,890 |
| 2008 | - | 36,149 |
| 2007 | - | 34,471 |
| 2006 | - | 26,342 |
| 2005 | - | 20,173 |
| 2004 | - | 18,309 |
| 2003 | - | 19,152 |
| 2002 | - | 20,771 |
| 2001 | - | 24,106 |
| 2000 | - | 20,469 |
| 1999 | - | 15,286 |
| 1998 | - | 12,154 |
| 1997 | - | 10,532 |