L-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
52,413
Total issued
Year over year
-29.5%
↓ Decrease
Peak year
4,930
2017 (full year)
Monthly data
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 2,039 |
| 2019 | - | 4,335 |
| 2018 | - | 4,701 |
| 2017 | - | 4,930 |
| 2016 | - | 4,791 |
| 2015 | - | 4,584 |
| 2014 | - | 4,893 |
| 2013 | - | 4,662 |
| 2012 | - | 4,479 |
| 2011 | - | 4,572 |
| 2010 | - | 4,080 |
| 2009 | - | 4,347 |
| 2008 | - | 5,350 |
| 2007 | - | 4,996 |
| 2006 | - | 5,059 |
| 2005 | - | 5,159 |
| 2004 | - | 6,062 |
| 2003 | - | 5,464 |
| 2002 | - | 6,122 |
| 2001 | - | 7,370 |
| 2000 | - | 7,168 |
| 1999 | - | 7,033 |
| 1998 | - | 7,407 |
| 1997 | - | 7,136 |