Global Partner processing timetable

There has been a significant increase announced in the number of Partner visas allocated for this program year from 39,799 to 72,300. Although the following information is currently displayed on the DHA website, we would anticipate that the additional places will significantly reduce the waiting time for partner applicants over the coming year.

Processing times subclass 309/100 (offshore)

•    75% of applications: 18 months
•    90% of applications: 26 months

Processing times subclass 820/801 (onshore)

•    75% of applications: 23 months
•    90% of applications: 27 months