NBI Clearance delay before travel - what should I know earlier?

Hi everyone,

I am planning to travel abroad soon and while preparing my documents I found out that getting NBI Clearance can sometimes take longer than expected, especially if there is a hit status.

I was thinking everything can be completed quickly, but now I realized some documents need extra time and planning.

For those who already experienced this, what things should I know before applying for NBI Clearance?

How early should I process it before a visa application or international travel?

Would appreciate any advice from people who have gone through this process.