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B1B2 Visa Approval Rates in Nepal

Below are the approval rates for B1B2 visas at U.S. Embassies/Consulates in Nepal. These statistics reflect recent trends in visa processing and can help you gauge your chances of approval.

Nepal: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
202326,7278,34376.2%23.8%
202225,7786,66779.5%20.5%
20216,8341,38083.2%16.8%
20206,6873,10068.3%31.7%
201914,6116,31069.8%30.2%
201813,6756,55267.6%32.4%

Visa Applications by Year

Nepal - Visa Applications by Year

1K6K12K17K22K28K33K39K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 13,675 Approval Rate: 67.6% Total: 20,227Year: 2018 Refusals: 6,552 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Total: 20,22714K7KYear: 2019 Approvals: 14,611 Approval Rate: 69.8% Total: 20,921Year: 2019 Refusals: 6,310 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Total: 20,92115K6KYear: 2020 Approvals: 6,687 Approval Rate: 68.3% Total: 9,787Year: 2020 Refusals: 3,100 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Total: 9,7877K3KYear: 2021 Approvals: 6,834 Approval Rate: 83.2% Total: 8,214Year: 2021 Refusals: 1,380 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Total: 8,2147KYear: 2022 Approvals: 25,778 Approval Rate: 79.5% Total: 32,445Year: 2022 Refusals: 6,667 Refusal Rate: 20.5% Total: 32,44526K7KYear: 2023 Approvals: 26,727 Approval Rate: 76.2% Total: 35,070Year: 2023 Refusals: 8,343 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Total: 35,07027K8KApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 67.6% Approvals: 13,675Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Refusals: 6,552Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 69.8% Approvals: 14,611Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Refusals: 6,310Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.3% Approvals: 6,687Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Refusals: 3,100Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 83.2% Approvals: 6,834Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Refusals: 1,380Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 79.5% Approvals: 25,778Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 20.5% Refusals: 6,667Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 76.2% Approvals: 26,727Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Refusals: 8,343Approval RateRefusal Rate

Nepal: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-133110351386429112628832365
Feb-95310721335513117827872989
Mar198515441602883809151231102089
Apr16561823221310547157323892365
May1610148621101387221027701828
Jun21591912159610354191824421686
Jul1941134715022051152187920021526
Aug183613841383148810208526111581
Sep113610651245101924232422952091
Oct126311151090409685166020761669
Nov11661072127120190424431779-
Dec8391167130258282723431907-

Nepal: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY20251,136
FY202419,379
FY202326,727
FY202225,778
FY20216,834
FY20206,687
FY201914,611
FY201813,675
FY201710,827

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for B1B2 visas in Nepal?
Approval rates can vary by year, consulate, and applicant profile. See the tables and charts above for the latest data. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official U.S. Department of State sources and consult with visa experts if needed.
What factors affect B1B2 visa approval in Nepal?
Factors include the completeness and accuracy of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the specific consulate's workload and policies. Common reasons for refusal include missing documents, insufficient ties to home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a B1B2 visa in Nepal?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips provided above, and consider seeking professional guidance if you have a complex case.
Where does this visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. We regularly update our statistics to reflect the latest available information.
Can approval rates change over time?
Yes, approval and refusal rates can fluctuate due to policy changes, global events, or changes in application volume. Always check for the most recent data before applying.

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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: Approval rates are calculated as the percentage of issued visas out of total adjudicated applications (approvals + refusals) for each consulate and country. Data may not include cases under administrative processing or withdrawn applications. Numbers are updated regularly and may be subject to reporting delays or changes in U.S. visa policy.

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.