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
18,057
Year over year
-8.7%
Peak year
2,302
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 786 |
| 2019 | - | 1,885 |
| 2018 | - | 1,965 |
| 2017 | - | 1,974 |
| 2016 | - | 2,302 |
| 2015 | - | 2,157 |
| 2014 | - | 1,575 |
| 2013 | - | 1,361 |
| 2012 | - | 1,088 |
| 2011 | - | 918 |
| 2010 | - | 972 |
| 2009 | - | 1,074 |
| 2008 | - | 1,107 |
| 2007 | - | 1,239 |
| 2006 | - | 1,216 |
| 2005 | - | 875 |
| 2004 | - | 899 |
| 2003 | - | 1,451 |
| 2002 | - | 1,440 |
| 2001 | - | 3,558 |
| 2000 | - | 2,485 |
| 1999 | - | 1,949 |
| 1998 | - | 1,746 |
| 1997 | - | 1,818 |