US Senator Chuck Grassley recently raised concerns regarding the significant delays in processing K-1 visas by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Previously, the processing time for K-1 visas was approximately eight weeks before the COVID-19 pandemic, but it has now escalated to between eight to eighteen months. Grassley questioned USCIS about who oversees these delays, receiving the response that the agency itself is responsible, highlighting a lack of external oversight and accountability.
Key Details:
- K-1 visa processing time pre-COVID: Approximately 8 weeks
- Current processing time: 8 to 18 months
- Inquiry by: Senator Chuck Grassley
- Oversight: USCIS claims it oversees its own processing times
These delays have raised concerns among prospective immigrants and their families, impacting their ability to reunite in a timely manner. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @JSADallas