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Department of Home Affairs Updated Global Visa Processing Time – 18 October 2021

The Department of Home Affairs of the Australian Government has updated the global visa processing time last 18 October 2021. The following are the processing time of Australian visa applications:

Visa Type 75% of Visas Processed 90% of Visas Processed
Child Visa (Subclass 101)
21 months
34 months
Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445)
15 months
20 months
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) – Points-tested Stream
17 months
30 months
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
–New Zealand Stream
16 months
17 months
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
5 months
20 months
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) – State/Territory Government Nominated Regional Stream
5 months
11 months
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) – Family-Sponsored Regional Stream
9 months
11 months
Partner (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 820)
25 months
33 months
Partner (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 801)
10 months
17 months
Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309)
17 months
26 months
Partner (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 100)
17 months
22 months
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)
23 months
30 months
Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Independent ELICOS Sector Stream
4 months
9 months
Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Vocational Education and Training Sector Stream
6 months
10 months
Student Visa (Subclass 500) – Higher Education Sector Stream
44 days
6 months
Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) – Graduate Work Stream
9 months
13 months
Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) – Post-Study Work Stream
8 months
10 months
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) – Transition Stream
14 months
19 months
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) – Direct Entry Stream
6 months
11 months
Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme (Subclass 187) –Transition Pathway
13 months
16 months
Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) – Short-term Stream
10 months
12 months
Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) – Medium-term Stream
3 months
10 months
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist Stream
8 months
20 months
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Sponsored Family Stream
7 months
12 months

You may also check the last update on 17 September 2021.

On average, the processing time may depend on the circumstances of the visa application. Origin Migration will make sure that the visa application is front-loaded, meaning decision-ready application and up to date information are provided from time to time to avoid delays on our application.

For other information regarding the global processing time, you can check the Department of Home Affairs.

Origin Migration is knowledgeable and equipped to help you in your visa application to Australia. Our in-house Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1387488) provides straightforward advice and the best visa options suited to your circumstance to avoid misleading information.

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Source: Australian Government | Department of Home Affairs

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