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
59,115
Year over year
+65.0%
Peak year
6,173
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 2,749 |
| 2019 | - | 6,034 |
| 2018 | - | 5,904 |
| 2017 | - | 6,091 |
| 2016 | - | 6,173 |
| 2015 | - | 6,094 |
| 2014 | - | 5,609 |
| 2013 | - | 5,323 |
| 2012 | - | 5,337 |
| 2011 | - | 4,449 |
| 2010 | - | 2,748 |
| 2009 | - | 2,604 |
| 2008 | - | 3,312 |
| 2007 | - | 3,513 |
| 2006 | - | 2,974 |
| 2005 | - | 2,974 |
| 2004 | - | 3,037 |
| 2003 | - | 2,763 |
| 2002 | - | 2,815 |
| 2001 | - | 2,811 |
| 2000 | - | 2,972 |
| 1999 | - | 2,690 |
| 1998 | - | 2,712 |
| 1997 | - | 3,249 |