H-4 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.
View consulate breakdown or approval rates for this visa type →
Last 12 months
7,975
Total issued
Year over year
-55.0%
↓ Decrease
Peak year
970
2010 (full year)
Monthly data
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 166 |
| 2019 | - | 407 |
| 2018 | - | 514 |
| 2017 | - | 464 |
| 2016 | - | 567 |
| 2015 | - | 593 |
| 2014 | - | 704 |
| 2013 | - | 785 |
| 2012 | - | 930 |
| 2011 | - | 928 |
| 2010 | - | 970 |
| 2009 | - | 947 |
| 2008 | - | 1,008 |
| 2007 | - | 1,286 |
| 2006 | - | 1,453 |
| 2005 | - | 1,635 |
| 2004 | - | 1,777 |
| 2003 | - | 1,628 |
| 2002 | - | 1,589 |
| 2001 | - | 1,695 |
| 2000 | - | 1,515 |
| 1999 | - | 1,396 |
| 1998 | - | 1,281 |
| 1997 | - | 1,462 |