186 Visa Processing Time 2024

The average 186 visa processing time varies by pathway. Most Direct Entry applications are processed in 4-7 months, offering a quick route to starting life abroad. For subclass 186 visas, 75% are processed within 3 months and 90% within 5 months. The 482 Transition Pathway typically takes 5 months, with a maximum wait time of 10 months.