Administrative Processing......How long is too long?

[HKS 169]

2 hours ago, Lemonslice said:

Imagine how long the wait would be if they did extensive security checks on candidates who, for whatever reason, won't reach the interview phase? 

Not sure what u mean by this. 

[HKS 169]

2 hours ago, Gahmad said:

I get that, and there is a process that we followed..... Now what it's frustrating is that after all the paperwork and proof we sent, they also investigate, the AP takes so long from countries in the middle east.    Other places don't take that long.   Over 14 months in AP,  please.    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Exactly. Its very frustrating to take that long in AP not to mention affects every part of your life and especially hard when your husband’s life is in danger. So easy for ppl that havent been stuck in AP to make crass comments. 

[Lemonslice 4,808]

6 minutes ago, HKS said:

Not sure what u mean by this. 

I was replying to OP saying that it was a long wait, at the end of the process (which, I understand - I would be impatient also).

 

Imagine if they didn't do it at the end? It would be even longer, since they'd have to screen people who wouldn't even make it that far.

[HKS 169]

4 minutes ago, Lemonslice said:

I was replying to OP saying that it was a long wait, at the end of the process (which, I understand - I would be impatient also).

 

Imagine if they didn't do it at the end? It would be even longer, since they'd have to screen people who wouldn't even make it that far.

Some ppl do wait that long to get passed USCIS

[Gahmad 4]

2 hours ago, Lemonslice said:

Imagine how long the wait would be if they did extensive security checks on candidates who, for whatever reason, won't reach the interview phase? 

They do check from the start , our application was first in the USCIS for months , then to NVC for more investigation , which I don't have a problem with this, but he had the interview and was told to send additional document (he did within days), and 14 months later nothing.     This is where the frustration comes in, specially when I have emailed them , please let us know any additional information they need.    Nothing......   His case is currently waiting for the department's decision.  How long if is 10, 11 additional months then let us know.  That is my point.

[Lemonslice 4,808]

3 minutes ago, Gahmad said:

They do check from the start , our application was first in the USCIS for months , then to NVC for more investigation , which I don't have a problem with this, but he had the interview and was told to send additional document (he did within days), and 14 months later nothing.     This is where the frustration comes in, specially when I have emailed them , please let us know any additional information they need.    Nothing......   His case is currently waiting for the department's decision.  How long if is 10, 11 additional months then let us know.  That is my point.

Final security checks are always only done after the interview.  Not sure what is taking so long in your case (similar names, travel history, I can't say, and they won't tell you).

 

Best of luck in getting good news soon.

[Gahmad 4]

10 hours ago, Jorgedig said:

Again, when you make the choice to immigrate, that is an expected part of the process.   Some family-based visas are relatively quick, others take 20 years.

 

If periods of time apart are unacceptable, maybe immigration is not the best option.

Of course it is unacceptable, he is my husband.  My point is that if Jordan is not going to approve his visa then I would have to move there since there is no other option, but is not something I want to do.      We can't make any decisions, our lives are in limbo. 

[Gahmad 4]

2 minutes ago, Lemonslice said:

Final security checks are always only done after the interview.  Not sure what is taking so long in your case (similar names, travel history, I can't say, and they won't tell you).

 

Best of luck in getting good news soon.

Thanks!!

[April M 28]

On 3/29/2021 at 9:06 AM, Gahmad said:

We have been waiting for a Department's decision for over 14 months.....how long is too long?  what can we do?    

Keep communication with embassy and get an immigration liaison if it's been more than 6 months and nothing is moving. 

[Md4764 18]

I’m not sure how long AP takes, it has been very frustrating for my husband and I to go through this but I got an email 1st of April to go have a new medicals done so I have booked appointment for that, also got another email from my husband’s Senator as he has been making inquiries on our behalf.

The issue with my case has been resolved and once I get the new medicals, my visa will be issued, we were very happy to hear this and it took them about 90 days to conclude AP for us.

The thing about AP is that there’s no time frame but if you case is been updated often then it’s a good sign that they’re working on your case, I hope everyone will hear some good news soon.

[MophRose 3]

what that means pls? am I getting the approval soon? 

thank you 

[Gahmad 4]

12 hours ago, April M said:

Keep communication with embassy and get an immigration liaison if it's been more than 6 months and nothing is moving. 

Thanks I will try it, hopefully it will help.

[Gahmad 4]

4 hours ago, MercyDom said:

I’m not sure how long AP takes, it has been very frustrating for my husband and I to go through this but I got an email 1st of April to go have a new medicals done so I have booked appointment for that, also got another email from my husband’s Senator as he has been making inquiries on our behalf.

The issue with my case has been resolved and once I get the new medicals, my visa will be issued, we were very happy to hear this and it took them about 90 days to conclude AP for us.

The thing about AP is that there’s no time frame but if you case is been updated often then it’s a good sign that they’re working on your case, I hope everyone will hear some good news soon.

I am so happy for both of you,  I hope our case has the same outcome.  Thanks.

[Gahmad 4]

1 hour ago, MophRose said:

what that means pls? am I getting the approval soon? 

thank you 

The response I receive always says they are waiting for the Department's decision,  I often ask if there any additional information that they need, I will send it.  but nothing.

[Crazy Cat 41,722]

1 hour ago, MophRose said:

what that means pls? am I getting the approval soon? 

thank you 

It means that the administrative processing is on-going.  There is no indication of the approval timeframe.