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When should I contact the embassy for an update on my workcation visa application?

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May 23, 2025

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Submitted workcation at Washington DC embassy on April 30th.

April 6th got a request for recent payment slip 

April 10th submitted recent payment slip 

Application has been stuck in pending document check 9 business days already.

At what point should I contact the embassy for an update as my flight is on June 7th and starting to get worried. 

Any feedback helps!

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The user submitted a workcation visa application at the Washington DC embassy on April 30th and is inquiring about when to contact the embassy for an update since their application has been pending for 9 business days. They express concern as their flight is on June 7th. A comment notes that the processing time is typically 15 working days, and additional information requests can add extra time.

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12th was a holiday so 8 business days. They say 15 working days processing time, additional information can take 5 business days and is added to the 15.

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