Navigating Work Visa Processing Times in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the processing times for different Australian work visa subclasses is essential if you're considering moving to Australia for work. In this article, we've compiled the latest processing times to help you plan your move. This guide covers a variety of visa subclasses, including the Global Talent visa (subclass 858), Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186), and Skilled Work visas.

Global Talent Visa (subclass 858)

Processing Time: 65 days - 6 months

Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (subclass 186)

1. Direct Entry stream: 42 days - 13 months
2. Labour Agreement stream: 56 days - 9 months
3. Temporary Residence Transition stream: 76 days - 18 months

Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (subclass 191)

1. Regional Provisional stream: Waiting to be updated
2. Hong Kong stream: Waiting to be updated

Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (subclass 187)

1. Direct Entry stream: 32 - 60 months
2. Temporary Residence Transition stream: 9 - 17 months

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 494)

1. Employer Sponsored stream: 4 - 14 months
2. Labour Agreement stream: 5 - 9 months
3. Subsequent Entrant: Waiting to be updated

Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)

1. Points Tested stream: 82 days - 3 months
2. New Zealand stream: Waiting to be updated
3. Hong Kong stream: Waiting to be updated

Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)

Processing Time: 87 days - 36 months

Skilled-Recognised Graduate Visa (subclass 476)

Processing Time: Waiting to be updated

Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489)

1. Invited Pathway: 38 - 42 months
2. Extended Stay Pathway: Waiting to be updated
3. Subsequent Entry Pathway: Waiting to be updated

Skilled Regional Visa (subclass 887)

Processing Time: 18 - 27 months

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491)

1. Main Applicant: 17 - 30 months
2. Subsequent Entrant: 4 - 32 months

Training Visa (subclass 407)

Processing Time: 44 days - 21 months

Temporary Activity Visa (subclass 408)

Please refer to the original list of processing times for various streams within the Temporary Activity Visa.

Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485)

Please refer to the original list of processing times for various streams within the Temporary Graduate Visa.

Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa (subclass 403)

Please refer to the original list of processing times for various streams within the Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa.

Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (subclass 400)

Processing Time: 7 days - 38 days

Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482)

Please refer to the original list of processing times for various streams within the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa.

Please note that the processing times listed above are subject to change and can be influenced by various factors, including application volumes, individual circumstances, and government policies. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on Australian visa processing

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Remember:

This post is for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional immigration advice. Given the uniqueness of every case, engaging with a registered migration agent is highly recommended for bespoke guidance and to navigate the specific details of your situation effectively. Book a visa consultation with a Registered Migration Agent

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