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F-1 Visa Approvals at Brussels Consulate

How many F-1 visas the Brussels Consulate in Belgium 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: Brussels, Belgium

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.

03356711K1KVisas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 714 approved714FY17FY2018: 770 approved770FY18FY2019: 709 approved709FY19FY2020: 349 approved349FY20FY2021: 1,341 approved1KFY21FY2022: 852 approved852FY22FY2023: 810 approved810FY23FY2024: 861 approved861FY24FY2025: 1,116 approved1KFY25

1,116

FY2025

1,341

Peak (FY2021)

+29.6%

vs FY2024

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When F-1 visas are approved in Brussels, Belgium

Average approvals per calendar month across 5 complete years. Busiest month is Jul, quietest is Feb.

41
14
17
32
70
136
180
167
31
16
30
66
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-5136263736433738
Feb-211163217101217
Mar16121073323202135
Apr391927-4543373698
May825347--5710586145
Jun129128112-315134139166196
Jul218151210124305131196211201
Aug19121513384323213125150200
Sep392219-12759253054
Oct1212182736171618-
Nov282724228183646-
Dec5865609575756068-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F-1 visas at Brussels Consulate in Belgium?
No approval rate is published for F-1 visas at Brussels, 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 Brussels.
What factors affect F-1 visa approval at Brussels 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 F-1 visa at Brussels 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 Brussels 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 F-1 visa interview at a different consulate or in another country?
Yes, in many cases you can schedule your F-1 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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