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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Nepal

Below are the approval rates for F1 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
20238,0184,56063.7%36.3%
202211,5246,18565.1%34.9%
20213,89696480.2%19.8%
202046621168.8%31.2%
20191,78860874.6%25.4%
20181,80897265.0%35.0%

Visa Applications by Year

Nepal - Visa Applications by Year

05K10K15K19K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 1,808 Approval Rate: 65.0% Total: 2,780Year: 2018 Refusals: 972 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Total: 2,7802KYear: 2019 Approvals: 1,788 Approval Rate: 74.6% Total: 2,396Year: 2019 Refusals: 608 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Total: 2,3962KYear: 2020 Approvals: 466 Approval Rate: 68.8% Total: 677Year: 2020 Refusals: 211 Refusal Rate: 31.2% Total: 677Year: 2021 Approvals: 3,896 Approval Rate: 80.2% Total: 4,860Year: 2021 Refusals: 964 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Total: 4,8604KYear: 2022 Approvals: 11,524 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 17,709Year: 2022 Refusals: 6,185 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 17,70912K6KYear: 2023 Approvals: 8,018 Approval Rate: 63.7% Total: 12,578Year: 2023 Refusals: 4,560 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Total: 12,5788K5KApprovalsRefusals

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: 1,808Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Refusals: 972Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.6% Approvals: 1,788Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Refusals: 608Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.8% Approvals: 466Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.2% Refusals: 211Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 3,896Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 964Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 11,524Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 6,185Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.7% Approvals: 8,018Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Refusals: 4,560Approval RateRefusal Rate

Nepal: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-666583227570345242
Feb-12172837205146152
Mar1019201857229272189
Apr1137979123224398677
May182377298-5553771010986
Jun24453349411024100214081344
Jul463368458953115581267567
Aug17815717434479995499534
Sep21201421252490112250
Oct57395114370630182326
Nov875848224713703442-
Dec1451912527431048935540-

Nepal: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY2025310
FY20245,689
FY20238,018
FY202211,524
FY20213,896
FY2020466
FY20191,788
FY20181,808
FY20171,144

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F1 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 F1 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 F1 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.