Warm hello to everyone, I have been following this thread for MONTHS now and just wished to share our timeline for those still awaiting in hopes to recharge your patience reservoir... ;D last night I was hoping by month-end... this morning... the long-awaited golden good news!
March 9 - application received
April 2 - email acknowledgment
April 27 - spr approved, file transfer to Ankara
May 5 - started processing
May 20 - medicals submitted
Aug 29 - interview request
Sep 21 - interview complete
Oct 18 - background review start
Oct 29 - updated police clearance requested
Oct 30 - medicals passed
Nov 17 - Decision Made
Nov 21 - PASSPORT REQUEST
Some advice based on our GCMS notes... PLEASE BE PATIENT! I know, it's hard. An interview added on 4-5 months wait time for us.. EX: "schedule interview" (May 30) -> "interview scheduled" (Aug 29) -> "Interview" (Sep 21) -> "background review start (Oct 18) Keep in mind there is a limited number of officers making the final decision for several countries not just Turkey... there are several officers/departments coordinating and reviewing your file in the background... don't freak out if it's taking forever.. or contact them unnecessarily, let them do their jobs
I have not noticed any particular patterns.. the timing is all very case-dependent
Most importantly... have faith in God... your spouse is the only one who knows what you're going through in your unique situation, so give generously patience compassion kindness trust comfort to one another always
GOOD LUCK AND GOD BLESS!