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
11,396
Year over year
+52.0%
Peak year
1,649
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 420 |
| 2019 | - | 740 |
| 2018 | - | 882 |
| 2017 | - | 877 |
| 2016 | - | 971 |
| 2015 | - | 1,649 |
| 2014 | - | 1,368 |
| 2013 | - | 1,086 |
| 2012 | - | 970 |
| 2011 | - | 891 |
| 2010 | - | 764 |
| 2009 | - | 778 |
| 2008 | - | 735 |
| 2007 | - | 696 |
| 2006 | - | 593 |
| 2005 | - | 510 |
| 2004 | - | 445 |
| 2003 | - | 423 |
| 2002 | - | 397 |
| 2001 | - | 828 |
| 2000 | - | 763 |
| 1999 | - | 771 |
| 1998 | - | 677 |
| 1997 | - | 660 |