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I Visa Approvals in Republic Of Korea

How many I 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.

086171257342Visas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 227 approved227FY17FY2018: 244 approved244FY18FY2019: 316 approved316FY19FY2020: 156 approved156FY20FY2021: 124 approved124FY21FY2022: 305 approved305FY22FY2023: 334 approved334FY23FY2024: 226 approved226FY24FY2025: 342 approved342FY25

342

FY2025

342

Peak (FY2025)

+51.3%

vs FY2024

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How Republic Of Korea compares for I visas

Against every country that received a I visa in FY2025.

#9

of 153 countries

349

Approved in FY2025

2.8%

Of the world total

12,413

Issued worldwide

Fewest (153th)Most (1st)
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When I visas are approved in Republic Of Korea

Average approvals per calendar month across 4 complete years. Busiest month is Apr, quietest is Oct.

22
20
18
43
33
37
16
20
26
11
21
19
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-1237215-17213
Feb-4252282411120
Mar14171161167341019
Apr9225822957791422
May2458252-13182922
Jun1151141202026197623
Jul22121192112616135
Aug3719145225331213
Sep54436-3184131028
Oct1518142523112-
Nov7141831581933-
Dec17281810-191219-

Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas ApprovedChange on YearRelative to peak
FY2025342▲51.3%
FY2024226▼32.3%
FY2023334▲9.5%
FY2022305▲146.0%
FY2021124▼20.5%
FY2020156▼50.6%
FY2019316▲29.5%
FY2018244▲7.5%
FY2017227—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for I visas in Republic Of Korea?
There is no published approval rate for I 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 I 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 I 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 I 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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