If RFE at interview, how many days to resolve?

[JL818 18]

Assuming you go to the interview and you get an RFE for something, but you are able to mail in the documentation immediately, how long will it typically take for US Embassy in Manila to review the documentation and clear the item and approve the visa?

I am asking because there is a slight to medium likelihood that one of the police clearances requested by my fiancee will not reach her by the time her interview date comes up. In addition, I've noticed that they seem to not have opened up any dates in 2016 for interview booking at this time.

Edited November 20, 2015 by JL818

[Greenbaum 12,260]

JL818, on 20 Nov 2015 - 02:39 AM, said:

Assuming you go to the interview and you get an RFE for something, but you are able to mail in the documentation immediately, how long will it typically take for US Embassy in Manila to review the documentation and clear the item and approve the visa?

I am asking because there is a slight to medium likelihood that one of the police clearances requested by my fiancee will not reach her by the time her interview date comes up. In addition, I've noticed that they seem to not have opened up any dates in 2016 for interview booking at this time.

First, no one can say with any certainty how much time it will take USEM to process your RFE. Usually, it takes 2-3 weeks after they receive the PC, but can't no one can say for sure.

[Hank_ 9,174]

Assuming you go to the interview and you get an RFE for something, but you are able to mail in the documentation immediately, how long will it typically take for US Embassy in Manila to review the documentation and clear the item and approve the visa?

I am asking because there is a slight to medium likelihood that one of the police clearances requested by my fiancee will not reach her by the time her interview date comes up. In addition, I've noticed that they seem to not have opened up any dates in 2016 for interview booking at this time.

The information I found states - within a reasonable time frame. (whatever that is. ) I know of cases dragging on for upwards of a year. I know of a few other cases where they were waiting for the police certificate and there were no issues with the delays. Do keep track of the date of your medical as the visa validity is tied to that date, if too long a delay you may have to complete a 2nd medical.

http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/87927.pdf

http://manila.usembassy.gov/after-the-interview.html

I don't expect to see January dates to open up until the middle of December.

First, no one can say with any certainty how much time it will take USEM to process your RFE. Usually, it takes 2-3 weeks after they receive the PC, but can't no one can say for sure.

The OP was asking about time frame for THEM responding to the 221g.

Edited November 20, 2015 by Hank_

[Greenbaum 12,260]

Who is THEM? Explanation was directed to the OP as they were inquiring how long will take USEM to process their RFE once they receive the PC and my response was "no one can say for sure.

Coffee please for my friend.

[Hank_ 9,174]

Who is THEM? Explanation was directed to the OP as they were inquiring how long will take USEM to process their RFE once they receive the PC and my response was "no one can say for sure.

Coffee please for my friend.

OK, they are asking both questions. (coffee for two please )

Edited November 20, 2015 by Hank_

[JL818 18]

Sorry for the confusion in my question guys. Actually, Greenbaum is correct, as I was asking about how long it would take USEM to process my request.

I am worried that I will not have all documentation by the interview date, but I have no concerns about sending in the documents after my interview (probably within 1 week after my interview if not earlier). I just wanted to know whether this RFE would delay my visa issuance (i.e., how long will it take for USEM to process the documents).

It sounds like 2-3 weeks is the norm then? That is acceptable, but it would be terrible if the processing time were months instead of weeks.

[Hank_ 9,174]

I owe you coffee Greenbaum... or something colder.

[Greenbaum 12,260]

Since your close to Bourbon Country, let's raise one to the heavens' for old time sake.

[Hank_ 9,174]

Since your close to Bourbon Country, let's raise one to the heavens' for old time sake.

Yes I am! And YES we should...