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
46,175
Year over year
+72.9%
Peak year
5,082
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 2,417 |
| 2019 | - | 5,082 |
| 2018 | - | 4,951 |
| 2017 | - | 5,036 |
| 2016 | - | 4,856 |
| 2015 | - | 4,678 |
| 2014 | - | 4,314 |
| 2013 | - | 4,079 |
| 2012 | - | 3,890 |
| 2011 | - | 3,126 |
| 2010 | - | 1,976 |
| 2009 | - | 1,770 |
| 2008 | - | 2,582 |
| 2007 | - | 2,535 |
| 2006 | - | 2,361 |
| 2005 | - | 2,166 |
| 2004 | - | 2,285 |
| 2003 | - | 2,081 |
| 2002 | - | 2,020 |
| 2001 | - | 2,169 |
| 2000 | - | 2,290 |
| 1999 | - | 1,949 |
| 1998 | - | 1,925 |
| 1997 | - | 2,346 |