Originally Posted by
sbor90
Hmm, I applied on 26 Sep (59 days ago) via Category D and am still waiting for preliminary inspection.
This is my first time applying, but have been to Japan 20+ times (on both tourist and student visas) over the last 18 years with no issues whatsoever.
Does anyone else have a recent data point?
(Just adding that my application is based on Global Entry)