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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Ethiopia

Below are the approval rates for F1 visas at U.S. Embassies/Consulates in Ethiopia. These statistics reflect recent trends in visa processing and can help you gauge your chances of approval.

Ethiopia: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
20231,72197863.8%36.2%
20223,4201,83565.1%34.9%
20212,01349880.2%19.8%
202051623368.9%31.1%
20191,31444674.7%25.3%
20181,27168365.0%35.0%

Visa Applications by Year

Ethiopia - Visa Applications by Year

05K6K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 1,271 Approval Rate: 65.0% Total: 1,954Year: 2018 Refusals: 683 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Total: 1,9541K683Year: 2019 Approvals: 1,314 Approval Rate: 74.7% Total: 1,760Year: 2019 Refusals: 446 Refusal Rate: 25.3% Total: 1,7601K446Year: 2020 Approvals: 516 Approval Rate: 68.9% Total: 749Year: 2020 Refusals: 233 Refusal Rate: 31.1% Total: 749516Year: 2021 Approvals: 2,013 Approval Rate: 80.2% Total: 2,511Year: 2021 Refusals: 498 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Total: 2,5112K498Year: 2022 Approvals: 3,420 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 5,255Year: 2022 Refusals: 1,835 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 5,2553K2KYear: 2023 Approvals: 1,721 Approval Rate: 63.8% Total: 2,699Year: 2023 Refusals: 978 Refusal Rate: 36.2% Total: 2,6992K978ApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 65.0% Approvals: 1,271Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Refusals: 683Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.7% Approvals: 1,314Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.3% Refusals: 446Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.9% Approvals: 516Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.1% Refusals: 233Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 2,013Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 498Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 3,420Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 1,835Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.8% Approvals: 1,721Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.2% Refusals: 978Approval RateRefusal Rate

Ethiopia: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month2017201820192020202120222023202420232023
Jan-9311714213451109140109
Feb-1312154041292529
Mar29151095384235123
Apr212426-67133477347
May756580-153203107182107
Jun236253216-313421351278351
Jul30642442446468431456416456
Aug21023329941219367257283257
Sep282837941111293929
Oct32385044385466946
Nov343559291914681-81
Dec1148818042354183190--

Ethiopia: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY2025111
FY20241,908
FY20232024154
FY202320231,340
FY20231,721
FY20223,420
FY20212,013
FY2020516
FY20191,314
FY20181,271
FY2017867

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F1 visas in Ethiopia?
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 F1 visa approval in Ethiopia?
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 F1 visa in Ethiopia?
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.