J-1 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
79,465
Total issued
Year over year
-11.5%
↓ Decrease
Peak year
7,364
2018 (full year)
Monthly data
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 2,168 |
| 2019 | - | 6,905 |
| 2018 | - | 7,364 |
| 2017 | - | 7,227 |
| 2016 | - | 7,296 |
| 2015 | - | 7,218 |
| 2014 | - | 7,101 |
| 2013 | - | 7,314 |
| 2012 | - | 7,342 |
| 2011 | - | 7,007 |
| 2010 | - | 6,296 |
| 2009 | - | 6,227 |
| 2008 | - | 6,586 |
| 2007 | - | 6,913 |
| 2006 | - | 6,887 |
| 2005 | - | 7,061 |
| 2004 | - | 7,442 |
| 2003 | - | 7,670 |
| 2002 | - | 7,638 |
| 2001 | - | 8,300 |
| 2000 | - | 8,304 |
| 1999 | - | 8,041 |
| 1998 | - | 7,605 |
| 1997 | - | 7,344 |