This is the official Processing time status from an actual 801 application.
How long will processing take?
 – 19 months to 26 months
This range is based on the Global processing times which are updated monthly.
The estimate may change during … Read the rest
The Parent Visa (subclass 884) lets parents of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia temporarily, for up to Two years.
This visa lets parents of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident … Read the rest
The following is based on the Education rules for Queensland. Cost for other States may be similar, or higher.
No Australian State provides free education for those on a Tourist Visa.
Fees for the duration of the enrolment are paid in advance.
The minimum … Read the rest
The Australian federal government is considering cutting the official migration rate, from about 190,000 down to about 160,000 per year.
The current proposals also include increasing the proportion of higher skilled migrants, and cutting down on those with lower skills.
It … Read the rest
The Skilled Independent Visa subclass 189 (Points-tested) stream is for Points-tested skilled workers, to live and work in Australia as a permanent resident, who are not sponsored by an employer or family member or nominated by a state or territory government.
75% of 309 applications finalised in September 2018 took under 13 months.
15% of 309 applications finalised in September 2018 took between 13 and 17 months.
10% of 309 applications … Read the rest
A number of people do apply for a Partner Visa while in Australia on a Visitor visa, but it isn’t an option for everyone.
Many Visitor Visa holders receive a ‘No Further Stay’ condition … Read the rest
This visa allows you to come to Australia on a temporary basis to work in a small number of occupations, for a short period of time, often limited to three months.
A common use of this visa is for people who work in the entertainment … Read the rest
The subclass 400 visa is for people who want to travel to Australia to do short-term, highly specialised, non-ongoing work. ​
You must be invited, or supported, by the organisation you will be working for, and have specialist skills, knowledge or … Read the rest
