It took us 16 months from getting on the list to getting the first letter and another month after returning theninfo they asked for to get an interview request. We added very soon after it was announced so I imagine those who get on the list now may have a longer wait but I think it’s so much complex than jusy “Being your turn in line”. Some folks hear back right away, some get offers right away and some take longer. No clue as to the process and I think they prefer it that way.
The waitlist for CA isn’t 14,000 long or 14 years long- darnit I cant remember. But 14 something or other.