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
87,546
Year over year
+80.7%
Peak year
9,824
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 4,857 |
| 2019 | - | 9,824 |
| 2018 | - | 9,158 |
| 2017 | - | 8,164 |
| 2016 | - | 8,373 |
| 2015 | - | 8,179 |
| 2014 | - | 7,303 |
| 2013 | - | 6,447 |
| 2012 | - | 6,637 |
| 2011 | - | 6,905 |
| 2010 | - | 5,993 |
| 2009 | - | 5,706 |
| 2008 | - | 6,914 |
| 2007 | - | 5,844 |
| 2006 | - | 4,367 |
| 2005 | - | 3,761 |
| 2004 | - | 3,445 |
| 2003 | - | 3,672 |
| 2002 | - | 3,626 |
| 2001 | - | 4,073 |
| 2000 | - | 3,740 |
| 1999 | - | 3,288 |
| 1998 | - | 2,855 |
| 1997 | - | 2,874 |