It varies, but in my case over a month before status changed.scott_dfw wrote:<typical worry>
Anyone know how long it takes from the time you send your packed out, until it stops reading "packet sent to applicant"?? Its been at least a week, and it still shows that. I'm beginning to worry if the post office messed up.
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That doesn't mean DPS isn't working your application. It can take 3 to 4 weeks for the application to be entered into the system. If your application is not complete, then DPS will send you a letter giving you the details.
Here's my timeline for online status changes -
9/17 Application Requested
9/19 Appication Received w/PIN
9/19 Online Status - Packet Mailed to Applicant
9/20 Application Mailed
9/28 Application Received by DPS per certified mail reciept
10/25 Online Status Change- Application incomplete - missing information - detailed letter has been sent.
11/7 PhotoID card signed by Detective and mailed back to DPS (Had to chase down the Detective)
11/9 Online Status Change - Processing Application
12/18 Online Status Change - Application Completed - license issued or certificate active