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title: How long does it take to process my case?
description: This is answered on an individual basis. Due to the great number of cases considered, the various case types/processes, and the requirements of canon law, an exact time cannot be specified. Each case is unique, and a complicated case normally will require more time/attention than a case where nullity is easily manifest.
url: "https://missionsupport.archden.org/knowledgebase/how-long-does-it-take-to-process-my-case/"
updated: "2022-01-21"
category: Tribunal
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# How long does it take to process my case?

Due to the great number of cases considered, the various case types/processes, and the requirements of canon law, an exact time cannot be specified. Each case is unique, and a complicated case normally will require more time/attention than a case where nullity is easily manifest.

This is answered on an individual basis – but steps are described in the document below.

 [Declaration of Nullity | Metropolitan Tribunal - Guide for Petitioners](https://missionsupport.archden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Guide-for-Petioners-in-Nullity-Cases.pdf)[Trail Process for Marriage Cases](https://missionsupport.archden.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Ordinary-trial-process-for-marriage-cases.pdf)