How many U.S. visas are issued to people from South Africa?

59,157 U.S. nonimmigrant visas were issued to people from South Africa in the 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026, and 6,023 in February 2026 alone. These count visas issued, not approval rates.

• In February 2026, 6,023 U.S. nonimmigrant visas were issued to people from South Africa.
• Over the 12 months from March 2025 to February 2026, the total was 59,157.
• The most common visa types are B1/B2 (29,673), H2A (14,962) and C1/D (3,899).

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