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
27,059
Year over year
+17.9%
Peak year
5,928
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 401 |
| 2019 | - | 1,661 |
| 2018 | - | 1,829 |
| 2017 | - | 3,579 |
| 2016 | - | 5,928 |
| 2015 | - | 4,309 |
| 2014 | - | 2,132 |
| 2013 | - | 1,345 |
| 2012 | - | 1,125 |
| 2011 | - | 1,364 |
| 2010 | - | 1,389 |
| 2009 | - | 1,997 |
| 2008 | - | 4,708 |
| 2007 | - | 3,216 |
| 2006 | - | 3,401 |
| 2005 | - | 1,968 |
| 2004 | - | 1,464 |
| 2003 | - | 1,632 |
| 2002 | - | 1,461 |
| 2001 | - | 1,254 |
| 2000 | - | 986 |
| 1999 | - | 800 |
| 1998 | - | 1,144 |
| 1997 | - | 920 |