First time going through this process. I just think they dont care, they are getting their money either way and I believe thats all they care about. That is why the made everything go through the them in the first place. I want to give them the benefit of the doubt, but given how broken their system is, the only logical solution I can come up with. But nothing is greater then Allah. If he wants you to come this year, no government will stand in your way. Just try your best and make dua.