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.
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Last 12 months
3,922,339
Year over year
-20.8%
Peak year
1,042,961
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 36,810 |
| 2020 | - | 7,231 |
| 2020 | - | 625,726 |
| 2019 | - | 63,891 |
| 2019 | - | 12,814 |
| 2019 | - | 1,042,961 |
| 2018 | - | 11,559 |
| 2018 | - | 69,579 |
| 2018 | - | 962,888 |
| 2017 | - | 1,030,460 |
| 2017 | - | 43,455 |
| 2017 | - | 14,965 |
| 2016 | - | 1,060,390 |
| 2016 | - | 19,802 |
| 2016 | - | 46,333 |
| 2015 | - | 1,166,668 |
| 2015 | - | 37,208 |
| 2015 | - | 31,009 |
| 2014 | - | 32,471 |
| 2014 | - | 1,200,413 |
| 2014 | - | 33,897 |
| 2013 | - | 62,896 |
| 2013 | - | 40,549 |
| 2013 | - | 1,221,051 |