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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Pakistan

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

Pakistan: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
20233,0841,75463.7%36.3%
20226,0423,24365.1%34.9%
20214,1111,01780.2%19.8%
202065429668.8%31.2%
20191,59354174.6%25.4%
20181,67289965.0%35.0%

Visa Applications by Year

Pakistan - Visa Applications by Year

05K10K10K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 1,672 Approval Rate: 65.0% Total: 2,571Year: 2018 Refusals: 899 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Total: 2,5712K899Year: 2019 Approvals: 1,593 Approval Rate: 74.6% Total: 2,134Year: 2019 Refusals: 541 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Total: 2,1342KYear: 2020 Approvals: 654 Approval Rate: 68.8% Total: 950Year: 2020 Refusals: 296 Refusal Rate: 31.2% Total: 950Year: 2021 Approvals: 4,111 Approval Rate: 80.2% Total: 5,128Year: 2021 Refusals: 1,017 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Total: 5,1284K1KYear: 2022 Approvals: 6,042 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 9,285Year: 2022 Refusals: 3,243 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 9,2856K3KYear: 2023 Approvals: 3,084 Approval Rate: 63.7% Total: 4,838Year: 2023 Refusals: 1,754 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Total: 4,8383K2KApprovalsRefusals

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: 1,672Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Refusals: 899Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.6% Approvals: 1,593Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Refusals: 541Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.8% Approvals: 654Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.2% Refusals: 296Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 4,111Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 1,017Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 6,042Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 3,243Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.7% Approvals: 3,084Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Refusals: 1,754Approval RateRefusal Rate

Pakistan: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-11284126209298135161
Feb-242339589551186
Mar44422723100101106210
Apr94106833155163144284
May2712282342197374388533
Jun3793603532653702634747
Jul3964554834510546482963
Aug22030322625393386468517
Sep3926371714080135120
Oct29467739114395186148
Nov91114186349262212224-
Dec188171286351403408369-

Pakistan: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY2025149
FY20244,447
FY20233,084
FY20226,042
FY20214,111
FY2020654
FY20191,593
FY20181,672
FY20171,229

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F1 visas in Pakistan?
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 Pakistan?
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 Pakistan?
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.