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H2B Visa Approvals at Tokyo Consulate

How many H2B visas the Tokyo Consulate in Japan issued, by fiscal year and month. The State Department does not publish refusals by post, so no approval rate exists for this consulate and none is shown.

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Visas approved per year: Tokyo, Japan

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.

053105158210Visas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 185 approved185FY17FY2018: 210 approved210FY18FY2019: 195 approved195FY19FY2020: 170 approved170FY20FY2021: 85 approved85FY21FY2022: 157 approved157FY22FY2023: 140 approved140FY23FY2024: 142 approved142FY24FY2025: 115 approved115FY25

115

FY2025

210

Peak (FY2018)

-19.0%

vs FY2024

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How each Japan consulate has changed

H2B visas approved per fiscal year, by post. The share chart shows who is largest today; this shows who is rising.

TokyoNahaOsaka/Kobe
053105158210Visas approvedFiscal yearTokyo, FY2017: 185 approvedTokyo, FY2018: 210 approvedTokyo, FY2019: 195 approvedTokyo, FY2020: 170 approvedTokyo, FY2021: 85 approvedTokyo, FY2022: 157 approvedTokyo, FY2023: 140 approvedTokyo, FY2024: 142 approvedTokyo, FY2025: 115 approvedNaha, FY2017: 0 approvedNaha, FY2018: 0 approvedNaha, FY2019: 0 approvedNaha, FY2020: 0 approvedNaha, FY2021: 0 approvedNaha, FY2022: 0 approvedNaha, FY2023: 10 approvedNaha, FY2024: 0 approvedNaha, FY2025: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2017: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2018: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2019: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2020: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2021: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2022: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2023: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2024: 0 approvedOsaka/Kobe, FY2025: 3 approvedFY17FY18FY19FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24FY25

Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month201720182019202020212022202320242025
Jan--910133476
Feb-122-21--
Mar12---1---
Apr-1-55563--
May6011511491-4511038
Jun120554042373989444
Jul1--2--52-
Aug34--1----
Sep--3---1--
Oct-1----23-
Nov-10--1---
Dec3225181327262724-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for H2B visas at Tokyo Consulate in Japan?
No approval rate is published for H2B visas at Tokyo, or at any individual consulate. The State Department reports issuances by post but not refusals, so the percentages on this page are the worldwide rate for the visa class in each fiscal year. The issuance counts are specific to Tokyo.
What factors affect H2B visa approval at Tokyo Consulate?
Factors include the completeness of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the consulate's workload. Common refusal reasons include missing documents, insufficient ties to your home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a H2B visa at Tokyo Consulate?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips above, and consider professional guidance for complex cases.
Where does this consulate's visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. Statistics are updated regularly to reflect the latest available information.
Do Tokyo Consulate issuance numbers change over time?
Yes. Issuance volume moves with policy changes, global events, staffing at the post and application demand. The tables above show every fiscal year published so far, so the direction of travel is visible.
Can I attend my H2B visa interview at a different consulate or in another country?
Yes, in many cases you can schedule your H2B visa interview at a U.S. consulate in a different country (known as third-country processing). However, approval rates, wait times, and requirements may differ. Always check the specific consulate's policies and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying in a different country.
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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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