Every procedure has a maximum decision period. When it expires without an answer, the law attaches different consequences depending on the procedure: in some cases silence is negative and opens the appeal route; in others the application is deemed granted.
Before acting, check three things: the exact filing date, whether any official request suspended the deadline, and which body is competent.
From there, several actions are possible: a formal reminder, a claim for administrative inaction, or an appeal. Choosing the wrong route can consume valuable deadlines.
If your file has taken longer than expected, reviewing it with legal judgement is usually faster and cheaper than continuing to wait.
The information on this page is indicative and updated in line with current regulations. Timing largely depends on the competent authority.