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J-1 Visa Approvals at Durban Consulate

How many J-1 visas the Durban Consulate in South africa 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: Durban, South africa

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.

0196392587783Visas approvedFiscal yearFY2017: 325 approved325FY17FY2018: 396 approved396FY18FY2019: 437 approved437FY19FY2020: 299 approved299FY20FY2021: 179 approved179FY21FY2022: 441 approved441FY22FY2023: 783 approved783FY23FY2024: 678 approved678FY24FY2025: 568 approved568FY25

568

FY2025

783

Peak (FY2023)

-16.2%

vs FY2024

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How each South africa consulate has changed

J-1 visas approved per fiscal year, by post. The share chart shows who is largest today; this shows who is rising.

JohannesburgCape TownDurban
06161K2K2KVisas approvedFiscal yearJohannesburg, FY2017: 941 approvedJohannesburg, FY2018: 1,978 approvedJohannesburg, FY2019: 2,464 approvedJohannesburg, FY2020: 1,111 approvedJohannesburg, FY2021: 596 approvedJohannesburg, FY2022: 1,454 approvedJohannesburg, FY2023: 2,079 approvedJohannesburg, FY2024: 1,851 approvedJohannesburg, FY2025: 1,458 approvedCape Town, FY2017: 551 approvedCape Town, FY2018: 950 approvedCape Town, FY2019: 973 approvedCape Town, FY2020: 564 approvedCape Town, FY2021: 224 approvedCape Town, FY2022: 1,044 approvedCape Town, FY2023: 1,014 approvedCape Town, FY2024: 1,119 approvedCape Town, FY2025: 993 approvedDurban, FY2017: 325 approvedDurban, FY2018: 396 approvedDurban, FY2019: 437 approvedDurban, FY2020: 299 approvedDurban, FY2021: 179 approvedDurban, FY2022: 441 approvedDurban, FY2023: 783 approvedDurban, FY2024: 678 approvedDurban, FY2025: 568 approvedFY17FY18FY19FY20FY21FY22FY23FY24FY25

When J-1 visas are approved in Durban, South africa

Average approvals per calendar month across 5 complete years. Busiest month is May, quietest is Dec.

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55
51
48
61
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34
47
36
49
49
33
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Oct
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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-383349-63664555
Feb-2926431063738474
Mar463729441150736858
Apr493756-66598277
May813452-2363946475
Jun412938-536607415
Jul462131-161552514
Aug303548111356544156
Sep321937311242404144
Oct233936427984330-
Nov5833341740805247-
Dec36155124-343333-
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for J-1 visas at Durban Consulate in South africa?
No approval rate is published for J-1 visas at Durban, 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 Durban.
What factors affect J-1 visa approval at Durban 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 J-1 visa at Durban 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 Durban 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 J-1 visa interview at a different consulate or in another country?
Yes, in many cases you can schedule your J-1 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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