“Administrative processing” usually means a security clearance is being performed in Washington, D.C. A clearance is usually required when there is a hit returned on a name check or fingerprint sc ... (More...)
“Administrative processing” usually means a security clearance is being performed in Washington, D.C. A clearance is usually required when there is a hit returned on a name check or fingerprint scan. A “hit” occurs when there is a potential match in one of the government databases for a foreign national. Hits can occur due to name matches on various government lists; prior visa problems such as overstays or denials; or due to criminal arrests or convictions. Even a close name, date of birth, or place of birth match with someone who has a record could cause a hit. A security clearance can also be initiated based on certain answers on the DS-160 form or based on the Technology Alert List (“TAL”). The TAL is a list of sensitive technologies that have been identified as “dual-purpose” technologies, i.e., technologies with both civilian and military applications. TAL security clearances are performed in an effort to prevent the inappropriate transfer of such sensitive technologies or materials.
Unfortunately, there is usually no way to know in advance if further administrative processing will be required and there is no way to expedite the process. Applicants are first advised whether they need administrative processing at the conclusion of the visa interview.
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