What is U.S. B1/B2 Visa Administrative Processing
U.S. B1/B2 visa under administrative processing can happen for refusal or approval in both scenarios. It occurs due to additional information or red flags in your background checks, and in some cases, may change from approval to refusal or vice versa. There is no time limit for this processing. At Visit Visa Abroad Consultancy, we share our experience and insights from ex-visa officer reviews to help clients navigate this process effectively.


What is U.S. B1/B2 Visa Administrative Processing
Many applicants get confused when their U.S. B1/B2 visa goes into administrative processing. As a visa consultant with years of experience, I often guide clients through this process and clarify its implications.
What is Administrative Processing?
Administrative processing occurs when there are additional checks (more information or documentation requirements) or flags in your application or security & background checks.
This can happen whether your visa is initially approved or refused, because the visa officer has completed their part, and other U.S. government departments begin further review.
Key Points to Know:
There is no fixed time limit for administrative processing.
The process is entirely handled by other U.S. departments, outside the visa officer’s control.
Patience is important, as some cases may take several months or even over a year.
Our Experience & Success Stories:
One of the clients’ cases remained under administrative processing for more than a year. During this time, we monitored the case closely and prepared for any follow-up requests. Eventually, the client received visa approval, showing that persistence and proper guidance can lead to a successful outcome.