Updated Processing Times for Skills in Demand (SID) Visas (Subclass 482)
The Department of Home Affairs has announced an updated processing times for Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) visas. Applicants and sponsors can now take note of the update on the Immigration website.
What are the Key Updates for the SID Processing Times?
There has been a considerable increase in processing times compared to previous estimates. The Department now estimates 90% of visa applications will be processed within:
39 days for Specialist Skills stream
47 days for Core Skills stream
Related:
Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) | Differences between Specialist Skills and Core Skills Streams
What are the Common Mistakes to Avoid in Your Subclass 482 (Core Skills) Visa Application?
These numbers have increased substantially from the previous advised median processing times of 7 days for Specialist Skills stream and 21 days for Core Skills stream.
Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) - Core Skills stream processing time
Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) - Specialist Skills stream processing time
Is there a way to ask for Escalation Requests?
Given the updated processing times, the Department advises that escalation requests will only be actioned for applications exceeding these new processing timelines (39 days for Specialist Skills and 47 days for Core Skills). Applications currently within these timelines will not be escalated.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
The Skills in Demand (SID) (Subclass 482) is a high-in-demand visa that attracts many talented people who want to work in Australia. Seek professional advice and guidance from an Immigration Lawyer at Agape Henry Crux. Our team works with our Accredited Specialists Immigration Lawyers (s) who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. We can also help you arrange an interpreter if this isn't your language.
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