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My wife went for immigrant visa interview about 2 weeks ago. She said the VO didn't ask for or check any of her documents, she was asked about 3 questions which she answered, then the VO returned her passport and gave her a white form that says you case need further administrative processing, and that she will be contacted within 2 weeks. It's been 2 weeks already and we didn't hear from the consulate. What can we do at this point?
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You can always check the status of your visa application in CEAC.
Current guidance from the State Department is to wait at least 180 days before inquiring with the consulate about the status of your application.
Except in cases of emergency travel (i.e. serious illnesses, injuries, or deaths in your immediate family), before making inquiries about status of administrative processing, applicants should wait at least 180 days from the date of interview or submission of supplemental documents, whichever is later.
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What is administrative processing status?
What is administrative processing? Administrative processing, also known as Security Advisory Opinion (SAO), is the time period during which visa applications undergo additional review outside of the \u201cnormal\u201d visa processing times.How long does administrative processing last?
DOS has stated that their goal is to complete administrative processing within a 60-day period. In recent experience, however, some administrative processing cases may take months. The period of time taken will vary based on individual circumstances. If this happens, the HIO is unable to expedite the clearance process.What comes after administrative processing?
Upon completion of the case-specific administrative processing, the consular officer might conclude that an applicant is now qualified for the visa for which he or she applied. Alternatively, the officer may conclude that the applicant remains ineligible for a visa.What does administrative processing mean in CEAC?
Administrative Processing If further information is needed, you will be contacted. If your visa application is approved, it will be processed and mailed back within two business days. This status includes: The visa issuance process (visa has been approved but not yet printed)What happens when my case is placed in Administrative Processing?
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