Your Journey to Australia

    Immigration and citizenship

    Australia offers various immigration pathways for skilled workers, students, families, and refugees, with visa options such as skilled migration, employer sponsorship, and partner visas. Permanent residents can apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency, character, and language requirements, including passing a citizenship test. The process is managed by the Department of Home Affairs and emphasizes integration into Australian society, respect for democratic values, and community participation.

    Explore visa options

    Visit and Tourism

    Enjoy holidays, working holidays, or short stays in Australia. These visas also cover unpaid business visitor activities, such as attending meetings.

    Study

    Apply for a visa to study, undertake training, or accompany a young student during their studies in Australia.

    Work

    Explore visas for short- or long-term employment, skilled and employer-sponsored roles, business and investment opportunities, or working holidays in Australia.

    Live in Australia permanently

    Find visa options that let you become a permanent resident and make Australia your long-term home.

    Join your partner or family

    Apply for a visa to live in Australia with your partner or family members who are Australian citizens, permanent residents, eligible visa holders, or New Zealand citizens.

    Stay longer in Australia

    If you are already in Australia, explore visa options that may allow you to extend your stay.

    Visa processing times

    We aim to process visa applications as quickly as possible while maintaining the integrity of Australia’s migration program.

    Why processing times vary

    Visa processing times can differ depending on factors such as:

    • Whether all required documents are provided at lodgement.

    • If the application is submitted online (which is generally faster).

    • How quickly applicants respond to requests for more information.

    • The time taken to receive checks from external agencies (e.g. health, character, national security).

    • The number of available places in the migration program (for permanent visas).

    • The complexity of the application.

    • Fluctuations in the number of applications received.

    • Updates to government policy or Ministerial Directions.

    • Deciding older, complex cases.

    Current median processing times (July 2025)

    Permanent visa program

    • Skilled (Permanent): 8 months
      We are prioritising both new and older applications, so times may change month to month.

    • Partner (Provisional/Temporary): 16 months
      Older and complex applications remain a focus, which impacts overall processing times.

    Temporary visa program

    • Skilled (Temporary): 4 months
      Incomplete applications requiring further information may take longer.

    • Student: 30 days
      Applications should be lodged well in advance with complete documentation.

    • Visitor: Less than 1 day

    • Working Holiday Maker: Less than 1 day

    How to check processing times

    You can view up-to-date processing times for most visas using the Visa processing times guide.

    Processing time information is updated regularly, but may not be available for:

    • Visas closed to new applications

    • Family visas that are capped and queued

    • Visa types with too few applications for reliable data

    Changing visas

    Overview
    If you want to stay in Australia longer, you must apply for a new visa before your current one expires. Check your options if your visa is ending soon.

    Visa conditions
    Some visas have a “no further stay” condition. You can check your conditions in VEVO. In limited cases, you may request a waiver.

    Bridging visas
    If you apply for a new visa before your current one expires, you’ll usually be granted a Bridging Visa A (BVA) to remain lawfully in Australia until a decision is made. The BVA starts when your current visa ends. Cancelling your visa does not activate your bridging visa.

    Expression of Interest (EOI)
    An EOI is not a visa application and does not give you a bridging visa. If your current visa is about to expire before you can apply for a skilled visa, you must apply for another visa to stay lawfully.

    Work on a BVA
    Your BVA may come with work rights, depending on conditions. If it doesn’t, you can apply for another BVA with work rights, usually by showing financial hardship. Some BVAs, such as those linked to judicial review or protection visas, do not allow work rights.

    Fees and charges for visas

    Visa costs are set in Australian dollars (AUD) and may change over time. The amount you pay depends on the date we receive your application. Make sure your payment method has enough funds to cover the fee.

    • Visa Application Charge (VAC): Paid in one or two instalments.

      • First instalment: Due when you lodge your application.

      • Second instalment: If required, due before the visa is granted.

    • Some visas have no VAC, or you may qualify for an exemption.

    • Sponsors or nominators may need to pay additional charges.

    Other possible costs:

    • Assurance of support fees

    • Review of decision fees

    • Related costs (e.g. health checks, police certificates)

    • APEC Business Travel Card fees

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