Table 5
Number of family-based green cards issued by region of birth, fiscal year 2023
| Region of birth | Immediate relatives of U.S.-citizens | Family-sponsored preference categories |
|---|---|---|
| Africa | 46,410 | 7,420 |
| Asia | 157,990 | 74,170 |
| Europe | 38,200 | 3,400 |
| North America | 240,090 | 106,940 |
| Oceania | 2,310 | 240 |
| South America | 66,150 | 11,940 |
| Unknown | 430 | 120 |
| Total | 551,590 | 202,240 |
Source: Office of Homeland Security Statistics, “Table 10. Persons Obtaining Lawful Permanent Resident Status by Broad Class of Admission and Region and Country of Birth: Fiscal Year 2023,” Yearbook 2023, Yearbook of Immigration Statistics, Department of Homeland Security.
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