How long does a FOIA request take if you're requesting data from archived or historical files? Older documents housed in the National Archives or stored off-site may take longer to retrieve. While the FOIA deadline remains 20 business days, actual turnaround depends on document availability, physical retrieval, and digitization requirements. This article explains the unique challenges... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/how-long-does-a-foia-request-take