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.
View consulate breakdown or approval rates for this visa type →
Last 12 months
1,810
Year over year
+124.0%
Peak year
190
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 60 |
| 2019 | - | 190 |
| 2018 | - | 184 |
| 2017 | - | 186 |
| 2016 | - | 170 |
| 2015 | - | 180 |
| 2014 | - | 137 |
| 2013 | - | 141 |
| 2012 | - | 151 |
| 2011 | - | 143 |
| 2010 | - | 140 |
| 2009 | - | 128 |
| 2008 | - | 107 |
| 2007 | - | 103 |
| 2006 | - | 78 |
| 2005 | - | 61 |
| 2004 | - | 71 |
| 2003 | - | 80 |
| 2002 | - | 82 |
| 2001 | - | 64 |
| 2000 | - | 45 |
| 1999 | - | 35 |
| 1998 | - | 41 |
| 1997 | - | 41 |