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
23,958
Year over year
+21.3%
Peak year
2,346
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 1,434 |
| 2019 | - | 2,346 |
| 2018 | - | 2,277 |
| 2017 | - | 2,072 |
| 2016 | - | 2,222 |
| 2015 | - | 2,018 |
| 2014 | - | 1,950 |
| 2013 | - | 1,864 |
| 2012 | - | 1,961 |
| 2011 | - | 2,027 |
| 2010 | - | 1,916 |
| 2009 | - | 1,871 |
| 2008 | - | 1,901 |
| 2007 | - | 1,834 |
| 2006 | - | 1,565 |
| 2005 | - | 1,470 |
| 2004 | - | 1,393 |
| 2003 | - | 1,639 |
| 2002 | - | 1,699 |
| 2001 | - | 1,969 |
| 2000 | - | 1,695 |
| 1999 | - | 1,670 |
| 1998 | - | 1,485 |
| 1997 | - | 1,437 |