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H-1B Visa Approvals in Republic Of Korea

How many H-1B visa applications U.S. Embassies and Consulates in Republic Of Korea approved, by fiscal year and by post. Every visa issued is an approved application.

The State Department publishes issuance counts for this visa class but not refusals, so there is no approval rate to report and none is shown. Figures run from March 2017 to September 2025.

Visas approved per year: Republic Of Korea

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.

05901K2K2KVisas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 827 approved827FY17FY2018: 1,840 approved2KFY18FY2019: 1,957 approved2KFY19FY2020: 1,044 approved1KFY20FY2021: 1,131 approved1KFY21FY2022: 2,149 approved2KFY22FY2023: 2,308 approved2KFY23FY2024: 2,314 approved2KFY24FY2025: 2,360 approved2KFY25

2,360

FY2025

2,360

Peak (FY2025)

+2.0%

vs FY2024

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How Republic Of Korea compares for H-1B visas

Against every country that received a H-1B visa in FY2025.

#4

of 181 countries

2,329

Approved in FY2025

1.1%

Of the world total

214,301

Issued worldwide

Fewest (181th)Most (1st)
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When H-1B visas are approved in Republic Of Korea

Average approvals per calendar month across 4 complete years. Busiest month is Dec, quietest is Mar.

193
98
97
114
193
170
200
175
158
186
194
384
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.

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Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month201720182019202020212022202320242025
Jan-20219521973-172203136
Feb-6811689586911789109
Mar949881166412988122128
Apr110100118293133108131110
May1301651653-207193250173
Jun1551481166123268221195230
Jul1311881706193176208235190
Aug931671826257203165185163
Sep143123197-127199149161155
Oct13114920014158209160236-
Nov18318419047256227179221-
Dec30834533274-389380478-

Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas ApprovedChange on YearRelative to peak
FY20252,360▲2.0%
FY20242,314▲0.3%
FY20232,308▲7.4%
FY20222,149▲90.0%
FY20211,131▲8.3%
FY20201,044▼46.7%
FY20191,957▲6.4%
FY20181,840▲122.5%
FY2017827—

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How do your own odds compare?

The figures above count everyone who was approved for a H-1B in Republic Of Korea. They say nothing about your case. Answer a few questions and get an assessment of your own profile, the areas most likely to cost you the interview, and what to do about each one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for H-1B visas in Republic Of Korea?
There is no published approval rate for H-1B visas. The State Department reports how many visas it issued but not how many it refused, and a rate needs both. This page shows the issuance counts that genuinely exist for Republic Of Korea.
How many H-1B visas does Republic Of Korea get?
The tables and charts above show issuances by U.S. fiscal year, which runs October to September, and where the data allows, by individual consulate. These counts come directly from the State Department's monthly issuance tables.
What factors affect H-1B visa approval in Republic Of Korea?
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 H-1B visa in Republic Of Korea?
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 data come from?
All figures are sourced from published U.S. Department of State statistics. We update them as new monthly and annual tables are released.

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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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