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
12,431
Year over year
+57.4%
Peak year
1,318
| Year | Month | Issued |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 487 |
| 2019 | - | 1,165 |
| 2018 | - | 1,127 |
| 2017 | - | 1,040 |
| 2016 | - | 1,083 |
| 2015 | - | 1,019 |
| 2014 | - | 889 |
| 2013 | - | 1,006 |
| 2012 | - | 1,035 |
| 2011 | - | 1,136 |
| 2010 | - | 1,318 |
| 2009 | - | 1,126 |
| 2008 | - | 1,124 |
| 2007 | - | 1,010 |
| 2006 | - | 895 |
| 2005 | - | 870 |
| 2004 | - | 648 |
| 2003 | - | 594 |
| 2002 | - | 450 |
| 2001 | - | 494 |
| 2000 | - | 483 |
| 1999 | - | 517 |
| 1998 | - | 432 |
| 1997 | - | 381 |