How long does it normally take to obtain a Secret security clearance? It is the goal of the FBI to complete the processing for Secret security clearances within 45 to 60 days, once a completed application is submitted.

How long does security clearance take 2020?

Current Top Secret clearance processing times are 159 days, and Secret clearance processing times are 132 days. These numbers only represent industry applicants – processing times are slightly faster for all DCSA cases, which included DoD civilians and service members.

How long does it take to get a secret clearance 2021?

Currently it takes about 136 days for a job seeker to get a top secret security clearance and 107 days for other clearances.

How do I know if I have SECRET clearance?

You can check on your clearance three ways: Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) Security Investigations Index (SII) Call DoD at 1-888-282-7682.

Why does security clearance take so long?

The security clearance process is very dependent upon several factors – foreign influence and frequent moves are two of the factors that are more likely to delay the process. The other issue (and one that security clearance-holders can affect) is making sure your security clearance application is accurate.

Do security clearances expire?

A government security clearance requires a periodic reinvestigation every 15 years for a “confidential” clearance, every 10 years for “secret,” and every 5 years for “top secret.” When a clearance is inactivated (because of switching jobs or leaving the military), it can be fairly easy to reinstate within the first 24