How long does it take?

[Anonymous]

I filled out the Form and send it to Homeland Security. I received a letter that was not time specific about how long I should anticipate the request to be acted on. Anybody else have any insight?

I have a March 15, 2007 consultate date in San Francisco.

[Em]

I've heard it takes eight months to a year. That doesn't mean, however, you can't keep your appointment. Take with you the documents you do have. You can complete your file by mail.