I know many people probably ask this question, and are probably old to just sit and wait. But, I'm just wondering if anybody has dealt with the Consulate in Chicago, and whether they have had a spouse visa go through them? My husband was sent an e.mail, just a standard one stating the different waiting times they have. It said "standard" visas are 5-15 business days. "Settlement" visas are up to 60 days, and "points based" visas are around 15 days. Well, I was of the belief that a Spouse Visa is also known as a Settlement Visa. Am I wrong? And I'm not sure if his visa is points based. Also, the lawyer said around 3 weeks was the usual wait, and 15 "business" days is around 3 weeks. So, I am confused. We are into the second week. 8 working days in. So I'm just wondering if anybody else out there has done this via Chicago. Also, when the have made a decision, how are you told? E.mail? Letter? Phone call? Love to know the details. Thanks xx