What are some factors affecting the visa processing time ?

Many factors can affect processing time. The time can vary every month because of factors such as the number of applications coming in, seasons that see a higher number of applications, a higher number of complex cases, or incomplete applications. Other reasons that impact processing times include:

• Incorrect applications
• Lack of supporting documents
• Time is taken to answer any queries raised by immigration officers
• Demand for the applicant’s occupation in Australia
• Inadequate points scored by the applicant in the SkillSelect online system
• Delay in the background verification process
• Time is taken to receive information from external agencies about health or character
• Number of places available in the migration program