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
23,199
Year over year
+1.2%
Peak year
2,558
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 613 |
| 2019 | - | 1,629 |
| 2018 | - | 1,722 |
| 2017 | - | 1,929 |
| 2016 | - | 2,179 |
| 2015 | - | 2,558 |
| 2014 | - | 2,366 |
| 2013 | - | 2,108 |
| 2012 | - | 1,985 |
| 2011 | - | 2,032 |
| 2010 | - | 2,052 |
| 2009 | - | 2,026 |
| 2008 | - | 1,783 |
| 2007 | - | 1,569 |
| 2006 | - | 1,347 |
| 2005 | - | 1,259 |
| 2004 | - | 1,507 |
| 2003 | - | 1,805 |
| 2002 | - | 1,349 |
| 2001 | - | 2,208 |
| 2000 | - | 2,041 |
| 1999 | - | 2,131 |
| 1998 | - | 1,891 |
| 1997 | - | 4,026 |