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
1,203,516
Year over year
+75.2%
Peak year
131,549
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 94,558 |
| 2019 | - | 131,549 |
| 2018 | - | 125,528 |
| 2017 | - | 129,097 |
| 2016 | - | 126,692 |
| 2015 | - | 119,952 |
| 2014 | - | 108,817 |
| 2013 | - | 99,705 |
| 2012 | - | 80,630 |
| 2011 | - | 72,438 |
| 2010 | - | 58,664 |
| 2009 | - | 55,886 |
| 2008 | - | 72,517 |
| 2007 | - | 83,464 |
| 2006 | - | 64,887 |
| 2005 | - | 53,579 |
| 2004 | - | 63,737 |
| 2003 | - | 42,245 |
| 2002 | - | 44,012 |
| 2001 | - | 74,078 |
| 2000 | - | 61,530 |
| 1999 | - | 55,062 |
| 1998 | - | 40,246 |
| 1997 | - | 31,684 |