How long does it usually take to get a CFD number?

[Spectre1995]

To preface, I know the application says "up to 30 days", but I've read that the DOJ can be much quicker in issuing a CFD number once everything's been sent in.

In your own personal experiences, how long did it take for the DOJ to get back to you with your CFD number on your initial application?

[CalifEd]

This is on the top of CFARS web page:
ATTENTION: In order to ensure employee health and safety during this time, we are limiting our resources within the Department. As such, there may be a delay in processing your transactions. Thank you for your patience.

This gives them a safe reason to be slow.

[Tyke8319]

Absolutely varies on their work load.

[Tommy Gunz]

So I finally received my CFD on Feb 11th, Feb 18 my CA Manufacture permit since I am an 07 also m y LCM the 19th.

[Besse_Firearms&Ammo]

It took me almost 7 weeks. I sent them an email 3 weeks after they cashed my check then I got an email back 3 days later saying I was approved.