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Sydney branch processing times

How quickly can you expect us to make a decision on your application?

If you supply us with ALL the documents that we ask for, for most nationalities, you can expect us to meet the following timeliness standards at our Sydney branch office:

Permanent residence visa

15 days

Visitor visa

15 days

Student visa

30 days

Work visa

30 days

Transit visa

Seven days

 

Note: If applications require verification or further information then they will take longer than the stated processing times.

 

Remember to include all the documentation, fees and photographs listed on the application form. If we do not receive these, your application will not be able to be completed.

 

All requests for urgent visas must be put in writing, and will be decided on a case-by-case basis.


Page Last Updated: 01 Feb 2012
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