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
266,789
Year over year
+19.2%
Peak year
36,821
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 9,716 |
| 2019 | - | 18,354 |
| 2018 | - | 18,473 |
| 2017 | - | 22,355 |
| 2016 | - | 23,511 |
| 2015 | - | 23,689 |
| 2014 | - | 20,197 |
| 2013 | - | 19,658 |
| 2012 | - | 18,182 |
| 2011 | - | 26,920 |
| 2010 | - | 36,821 |
| 2009 | - | 28,913 |
| 2008 | - | 40,139 |
| 2007 | - | 41,001 |
| 2006 | - | 31,787 |
| 2005 | - | 24,926 |
| 2004 | - | 20,648 |
| 2003 | - | 18,124 |
| 2002 | - | 17,812 |
| 2001 | - | 11,908 |
| 2000 | - | 9,306 |
| 1999 | - | 4,206 |
| 1998 | - | 2,276 |
| 1997 | - | 1,628 |