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  • Passport kept by consulate; how long could the wait be?

    Hi,

    I appeared for my H1B stamping on Feb 5. The VO told me that the visa is approved but I haven't received the stamped passport yet. My case status shows "administrative processing" but I wasn't issued any 221g slip either. I just wanted to know other people's experience - if the consulate keeps the passport after the visa interview, could it still take several months? Is it a normal thing to keep someone's passport and have them wait indefinitely?

    I have heard that in some cases the consulate returns the passport and asks for it only when the case gets clearance. In such cases, it may be okay if the processing takes several months because at least the passport is with the applicant and if he/she wants to travel to some other country in between, they can.

    Thanks.

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