How much time does it generally take for the NVC to process the DS-260 form and for an EB-5 investor to achieve documentarily qualified status? - EB5Investors.com
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How much time does it generally take for the NVC to process the DS-260 form and for an EB-5 investor to achieve documentarily qualified status?

During the consular processing stage, when the National Visa Center receives the DS-260 form from an EB-5 investor, what is the typical timeframe for them to review the documents? How long does it usually take for the investor to become documentarily qualified, and is the interview scheduled simultaneously? Are there any factors that may affect this timeline, and is the processing time dependent on the backlog at a particular consulate?

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Bernard P Wolfsdorf

Bernard P Wolfsdorf

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Sadly, there is hardly a typical time, and processing times vary depending on which posit you are applying in and whether a visa number is available to you.

Dennis Tristani

Dennis Tristani

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It usually takes the NVC 3-6 weeks to confirm whether the case is documentarily qualified. The interview scheduling process occurs afterwards and can take several months (or more) depending on the Embassy/Consulate.

Lynne Feldman

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Usually less than a month. After the DS-260 is submitted, you will need to upload the required supporting documents. Once those are reviewed and approved, you are in the documentarily qualified queue. The length of time until interview varies widely with the backlog at the consulate - 2 months to 2 years.

Stephen Berman

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I would guess about six months. It does not depend on the wait time at the consulate.

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