Definition
Administrative Processing
Additional review of a visa application by the State Department after the interview.
Administrative processing (sometimes called "221(g) refusal") is a temporary refusal pending additional review — security checks, document verification, or interagency clearance. It can take weeks to months and is the leading cause of consular delays.
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