Work visa and employer accreditation wait times
Find out how long it takes us to process work visas, employer accreditations and job checks.
Wait times
Find out how long it takes us to process work visas, employer accreditations and job checks. The wait times on this page are based on applications decided in June 2024.
Most visas and accreditations are processed within these times. Your visa application, accreditation or job check may take longer than what is shown here.
| Visa/product type | Wait time |
|---|---|
|
AEWV Employer accreditations for AEWV Job checks Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) |
6 weeks 8 weeks 4 months |
| Partner of a Worker Work Visa | 11 weeks |
Find other visa wait times
To find the wait time for a visa or accreditation type that is not listed on this page you can use our fees, decision times and where to apply tool.
Fees, decision times and where to apply
Check your application status
To find out information on your visa application you can log in to your Immigration Online account and check your visa status.
Checking your visa application status
Some applications can take longer to process
Some visa applications may take longer to process than others. If your application is taking longer than what is shown on this page you can find out what factors may affect visa wait times.
Why some visa applications take longer to process than others