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B1/B2 Visa Approvals at Nicosia Consulate

How many B1/B2 visas the Nicosia Consulate in Cyprus issued, by fiscal year and month. The State Department does not publish refusals by post, so no approval rate exists for this consulate and none is shown.

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Visas approved per year: Nicosia, Cyprus

Totals by U.S. fiscal year, which runs October to September, so FY2025 covers October 2024 to September 2025. Refusals are not published for this visa class, so an approval rate cannot be shown.

02K3K5K6KVisas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 3,683 approved4KFY17FY2018: 5,551 approved6KFY18FY2019: 5,845 approved6KFY19FY2020: 2,014 approved2KFY20FY2021: 260 approved260FY21FY2022: 3,833 approved4KFY22FY2023: 6,218 approved6KFY23FY2024: 6,407 approved6KFY24FY2025: 6,159 approved6KFY25

6,159

FY2025

6,407

Peak (FY2024)

-3.9%

vs FY2024

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When B1/B2 visas are approved in Nicosia, Cyprus

Average approvals per calendar month across 6 complete years. Busiest month is Jun, quietest is Dec.

333
396
449
420
453
544
479
421
371
340
371
321
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Calendar months, not fiscal. A busy month means more applications competing for the same interview slots, not a better chance of approval.

Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month201720182019202020212022202320242025
Jan-437443302296509508489
Feb-42042939310354521641532
Mar59049451920520392702568561
Apr424509530-25336504614630
May513454544-24365564768649
Jun669710592746535788595672
Jul638665768842294548556551
Aug516499563630483507441396
Sep3333484081132581432424452
Oct3874393881257320373460-
Nov3383483818231412410446-
Dec2902623139109411509321-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for B1/B2 visas at Nicosia Consulate in Cyprus?
No approval rate is published for B1/B2 visas at Nicosia, or at any individual consulate. The State Department reports issuances by post but not refusals, so the percentages on this page are the worldwide rate for the visa class in each fiscal year. The issuance counts are specific to Nicosia.
What factors affect B1/B2 visa approval at Nicosia Consulate?
Factors include the completeness of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the consulate's workload. Common refusal reasons include missing documents, insufficient ties to your home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a B1/B2 visa at Nicosia Consulate?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips above, and consider professional guidance for complex cases.
Where does this consulate's visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. Statistics are updated regularly to reflect the latest available information.
Do Nicosia Consulate issuance numbers change over time?
Yes. Issuance volume moves with policy changes, global events, staffing at the post and application demand. The tables above show every fiscal year published so far, so the direction of travel is visible.
Can I attend my B1/B2 visa interview at a different consulate or in another country?
Yes, in many cases you can schedule your B1/B2 visa interview at a U.S. consulate in a different country (known as third-country processing). However, approval rates, wait times, and requirements may differ. Always check the specific consulate's policies and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying in a different country.
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Data Source & Transparency

Data Source: All visa approval statistics are compiled from the official U.S. Department of State’s annual visa statistics reports. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the U.S. Department of State Visa Statistics.

Methodology: These are counts of visas issued, taken from the State Department’s monthly issuance tables. No approval rate is shown because refusals are not published per country or per post, and a rate cannot be calculated without them. Figures exclude cases under administrative processing and are subject to reporting delays.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the U.S. government. All data is provided for informational purposes only. For official guidance, always refer to the U.S. Department of State or your local U.S. embassy/consulate.

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