Office of Immigration Statistics

The Office of Immigration Statistics (OIS) is a part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Its primary role is to collect, analyze, and disseminate data related to immigration in the United States. This includes information on visa applications, lawful permanent residents, and trends in immigration. The OIS aims to provide policymakers, researchers, and the public with reliable statistics to understand the impacts and dynamics of immigration. By presenting this data, the OIS helps inform discussions and decisions regarding immigration policies and practices.