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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Srilanka

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

Srilanka: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
202388450263.8%36.2%
20221,49079965.1%34.9%
202156814080.2%19.8%
20201567069.0%31.0%
201945815574.7%25.3%
201860432465.1%34.9%

Visa Applications by Year

Srilanka - Visa Applications by Year

03K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 604 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 928Year: 2018 Refusals: 324 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 928604324Year: 2019 Approvals: 458 Approval Rate: 74.7% Total: 613Year: 2019 Refusals: 155 Refusal Rate: 25.3% Total: 613458Year: 2020 Approvals: 156 Approval Rate: 69.0% Total: 226Year: 2020 Refusals: 70 Refusal Rate: 31.0% Total: 226Year: 2021 Approvals: 568 Approval Rate: 80.2% Total: 708Year: 2021 Refusals: 140 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Total: 708568Year: 2022 Approvals: 1,490 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 2,289Year: 2022 Refusals: 799 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 2,2891K799Year: 2023 Approvals: 884 Approval Rate: 63.8% Total: 1,386Year: 2023 Refusals: 502 Refusal Rate: 36.2% Total: 1,386884502ApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 604Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 324Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.7% Approvals: 458Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.3% Refusals: 155Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 69.0% Approvals: 156Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.0% Refusals: 70Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 568Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 140Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 1,490Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 799Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.8% Approvals: 884Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.2% Refusals: 502Approval RateRefusal Rate

Srilanka: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-3127275634636
Feb--43419913
Mar89747161915
Apr141819-31474439
May7870104-58103202152
Jun254196128-26200212190
Jul16612677-191185211128
Aug63456238103903458
Sep556221311322
Oct105149731132310
Nov50161243664252-
Dec78405918577659-

Srilanka: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY20259
FY2024746
FY2023884
FY20221,490
FY2021568
FY2020156
FY2019458
FY2018604
FY2017564

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

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