Student visa processing times
Student visa processing times
| VISA TYPE | STREAM (IF AVAILABLE) | 75% OF APPLICATIONS PROCESSED IN | 90% OF APPLICATIONS PROCESSED IN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student visas | |||
| 500 Student | Foreign Affairs or Defence Sector | 75 days | 4 months |
| 500 Student | Postgraduate Research Sector | 3 months | 6 months |
| 500 Student | Non-Award Sector | 19 days | 29 days |
| 500 Student | Schools Sector | 87 days | 4 months |
| 500 Student | Independent ELICOS Sector | 44 days | 14 months |
| 500 Student | Vocational Education and Training Sector | 7 months | 12 months |
| 500 Student | Higher Education Sector | 43 days | 6 months |
| 590 Student Guardian | 89 days | 4 months | |
DHA assess applications on a case-by-case basis. Student visa processing times can vary for a range of reasons, including:
- whether you have submitted an application with all necessary supporting documents.
- whether you have lodged an online or paper application. Applying online helps streamline processing
- how quickly you respond to requests for more information
- how long it takes us to perform the required checks
- how long it takes to receive information from external agencies, particularly relating to health, character and national security requirements
- how many places are available in the migration program for permanent visa applications.
