Processing Time - Key Indicators

Visalpha country pages show processing-time indicators next to each immigration procedure. This page explains how to read them.

Current vs. average situation

These indicators give an idea of the current situation versus the usual

There is significant delay regarding the reply time for this process, usually due to exceptional circumstances (crisis, reorganization of the immigration in the country...).

The situation is worse than the historical average.

The situation is in line or better than the historical average.

Trend

These indicators give an idea if the situation is improving or worsening

Improving: the reply time is decreasing, you can expect a shorter processing time than currently.

Stable: the processing time indicated is likely to stay the same.

Worsening: the reply time is increasing, you can expect a longer processing time.