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
65,817
Year over year
+74.9%
Peak year
8,470
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 7,160 |
| 2019 | - | 8,470 |
| 2018 | - | 6,721 |
| 2017 | - | 6,654 |
| 2016 | - | 5,815 |
| 2015 | - | 4,470 |
| 2014 | - | 4,187 |
| 2013 | - | 3,728 |
| 2012 | - | 3,993 |
| 2011 | - | 3,873 |
| 2010 | - | 3,669 |
| 2009 | - | 7,077 |
| 2008 | - | 8,864 |
| 2007 | - | 7,398 |
| 2006 | - | 5,009 |
| 2005 | - | 3,866 |
| 2004 | - | 3,474 |
| 2003 | - | 3,570 |
| 2002 | - | 1,982 |
| 2001 | - | 1,483 |
| 2000 | - | 686 |
| 1999 | - | 525 |
| 1998 | - | 382 |
| 1997 | - | 392 |