Subclass 186 Processing Times for 2024

Subclass 186 Processing Times for 2024

The processing times for the Subclass 186 visa under the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) in 2024 are as follows:

Visa Subclass 186 Processing Time

The processing time for the Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 visa is influenced by the priorities of the Australian Department of Home Affairs, the completeness of your application, and the duration required for necessary health examinations.

Subclass 186 Visa Processing Time

To ensure all required documents are included with your Subclass 186 visa application, it is advisable to refer to the document checklist provided by the Department of Home Affairs or your authorized representative. You can find the necessary documentation outlined in the Subclass 186 Visa Checklist.

Processing times for the Subclass 186 visa can vary based on individual circumstances, including:

  • The completeness of the Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 visa application, including all necessary supporting documents.
  • The promptness of your responses to any requests for additional information.
  • The time taken to conduct required checks on the supporting information provided.
  • The duration required to receive information from external agencies related to your application, particularly concerning health, character, and national security requirements.
  • Variations in application volumes.
  • Changes in ministerial policy and directives.

Recent processing times for applicants who lodged their applications several months ago are as follows:

Subclass 186 Visa Processing Times by Stream

Direct Entry Stream:

  • 25% of applications: Not available
  • 50% of applications: 85 days
  • 75% of applications: Not available
  • 90% of applications: 9 months
    (As of November 2023, for applications where the client is outside Australia, the median processing time is 11 months.)

Temporary Residence Transition Stream:

  • 25% of applications: Not available
  • 50% of applications: 4 months
  • 75% of applications: Not available
  • 90% of applications: 12 months
    (As of November 2023, for applications where the client is outside Australia, the median processing time is 12 months.)

Labour Agreement Stream:

  • 25% of applications: Not available
  • 50% of applications: 51 days
  • 75% of applications: Not available
  • 90% of applications: 17 months
    (As of November 2023, for applications where the client is outside Australia, the median processing time is 11 months.)

Subsequent Entrant:

  • Processing times are not available.

Subclass 186 Visa to Permanent Residency Processing Time

You may apply for a Subclass 186 visa after working with your nominating employer for three years. The processing times are as follows:

  • 25% of applications: Not available
  • 50% of applications: 85 days
  • 75% of applications: Not available
  • 90% of applications: 9 months

Subclass 186 Visa Transfer Processing Time 2024

Currently, there are no provisions for the transfer of Subclass 186 visa nominations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Subclass 186 Visa Processing Times

What is the processing time for Visa Subclass 186?
In the absence of any special circumstances that may delay processing, applicants should anticipate a processing timeframe of approximately 2 to 17 months.

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