F-2 Visa Issuances for Japan
Monthly issuance data by nationality from State Dept.
How to use this data
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
8,158
Total issued
Year over year
-38.2%
↓ Decrease
Peak year
837
2013 (full year)
Monthly data
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 242 |
| 2019 | - | 622 |
| 2018 | - | 670 |
| 2017 | - | 705 |
| 2016 | - | 725 |
| 2015 | - | 726 |
| 2014 | - | 756 |
| 2013 | - | 837 |
| 2012 | - | 774 |
| 2011 | - | 713 |
| 2010 | - | 638 |
| 2009 | - | 750 |
| 2008 | - | 838 |
| 2007 | - | 933 |
| 2006 | - | 1,018 |
| 2005 | - | 1,013 |
| 2004 | - | 1,019 |
| 2003 | - | 1,137 |
| 2002 | - | 1,141 |
| 2001 | - | 1,379 |
| 2000 | - | 1,257 |
| 1999 | - | 1,241 |
| 1998 | - | 1,103 |
| 1997 | - | 1,118 |