501c3 application process how long does it take

I agree with Cynthia Lauren. That's a pretty long time. Now, it can actually take over a year to get a determination letter, but generally you would have ongoing communications with someone regarding your application.

Normally the process can be as pretty quick (less than a month), average (1-3 months), or somewhat long (up to 6 months). But if you don't receive an official letter of determination immediately, you'll frequently receive requests for clarification, additional details, statements of intent, etc. They even send notice if you didn't attach the correct payment for the application fee.

So, no notice, at all for one year, would seem problematic, as in, your application never made. Check on the application check to see if its been cashed and by whom. If its by the IRS, then you're in their system and should have received at least one communication.

What, I've seen happen before though, is the lack of response to an IRS communication. Unless, it's the temporary or final determination letter, almost all IRS communications around the application require a response. No response places your file on hold and places the application in jeopardy.

Follow Cynthia Lauren 's advice. Find any communication regarding the application, get your agent number, and contact them.

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