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IR1 Visa Approvals at Tokyo Consulate

How many IR1 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.

02525047561KVisas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 291 approved291FY17FY2018: 472 approved472FY18FY2019: 386 approved386FY19FY2020: 450 approved450FY20FY2021: 817 approved817FY21FY2022: 781 approved781FY22FY2023: 916 approved916FY23FY2024: 1,008 approved1KFY24FY2025: 809 approved809FY25

809

FY2025

1,008

Peak (FY2024)

-19.7%

vs FY2024

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How each Japan consulate has changed

IR1 visas approved per fiscal year, by post. The share chart shows who is largest today; this shows who is rising.

TokyoNaha
02525047561KVisas approvedFiscal yearTokyo, FY2017: 291 approvedTokyo, FY2018: 472 approvedTokyo, FY2019: 386 approvedTokyo, FY2020: 450 approvedTokyo, FY2021: 817 approvedTokyo, FY2022: 781 approvedTokyo, FY2023: 916 approvedTokyo, FY2024: 1,008 approvedTokyo, FY2025: 809 approvedNaha, FY2017: 74 approvedNaha, FY2018: 121 approvedNaha, FY2019: 124 approvedNaha, FY2020: 93 approvedNaha, FY2021: 138 approvedNaha, FY2022: 113 approvedNaha, FY2023: 123 approvedNaha, FY2024: 140 approvedNaha, FY2025: 131 approvedFY17FY18FY19FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24FY25

When IR1 visas are approved in Tokyo, Japan

Average approvals per calendar month across 4 complete years. Busiest month is Jun, quietest is Jan.

42
47
58
58
47
64
52
61
64
52
55
60
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.

Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month201720182019202020212022202320242025
Jan-3316695847708059
Feb-2646295249668173
Mar503932248394677174
Apr35343997364939583
May45403514-51628968
Jun4047333678878810872
Jul464827636554806758
Aug4242261046187878671
Sep335029-42958291118
Oct413122136518172--
Nov3741239859708759-
Dec3531577143708174-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for IR1 visas at Tokyo Consulate in Japan?
No approval rate is published for IR1 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 IR1 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 IR1 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 IR1 visa interview at a different consulate or in another country?
Yes, in many cases you can schedule your IR1 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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