| VISA TYPE | STREAM (IF AVAILABLE) | 75% OF APPLICATIONS PROCESSED IN | 90% OF APPLICATIONS PROCESSED IN |
|---|---|---|---|
| 189 Skilled – Independent | Points-tested | 9 months | 12 months |
| 189 Skilled – Independent | New Zealand | Unavailable (see below for details)^ | Unavailable (see below for details)^ |
| 190 Skilled – Nominated | 11 months | 14 months | |
| 476 Skilled – Recognised Graduate | 15 months | 16 months | |
| 485 Temporary Graduate | Graduate Work | 4 months | 5 months |
| 485 Temporary Graduate | Post-Study Work | 39 days | 78 days |
| 489 Skilled – Regional (Provisional) | Skilled Regional – GSM | Unavailable due to low volume of applications | Unavailable due to low volume of applications |
| 489 Skilled – Regional (Provisional) | State/Territory Nominated Visa Classes – GSM | Unavailable due to low volume of applications. | Unavailable due to low volume of applications. |
| 858 Distinguished Talent | Unavailable due to low volume of applications. | Unavailable due to low volume of applications. | |
| 887 Skilled – Regional | 8 months | 10 months | |
Factors that influence processing times
We evaluate applications on a case-by-case basis, and processing timelines can vary depending on a variety of factors, including:
- whether you’ve submitted a full application with all of the required supporting materials
- how quickly you reply to requests for further information
- how long does it take to complete the appropriate checks on the supporting data?
- how long it takes to get more information from outside agencies, especially when it comes to health, character, and national security concerns
- How many spots in the migration program are available for permanent migration visa applications?
- The time it takes to attend a Citizenship Ceremony or acquire a Citizenship Certificate in the case of citizenship applications.
