How Long After Fingerprinting Will I Get an Australian Visa? Detailed Guide
One of the important steps in the Australian visa application process is providing biometric data (fingerprints and photos) at the Australian Visa Application Center (VFS Global). After completing this step, many people ask: “How long after fingerprinting will I get my Australian visa??” This article from NVK Travel will provide detailed, accurate, and updated information to answer your questions.
Processing time for Australian visas after fingerprinting
The processing time for Australian visas after fingerprinting depends on many factors such as the type of visa, the time of application, the completeness of the application, and the number of applications being processed by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Below is specific information about the processing time for the Australian tourist visa (Subclass 600):
How long after fingerprinting will I get my Australian visa depends on many factors
Average processing time
According to information from the Australian Department of Home Affairs, the processing time for the Australian tourist visa (Subclass 600) usually ranges from 14 to 32 working days after completing the biometric data submission. About 75% of applications are processed within 25 days, and 90% of applications are processed within 32 days.
Completeness of the application: A complete, clear application that meets the embassy's requirements will be processed faster. Applications that are missing documents or require additional information may extend the processing time by up to 1-2 months.
Time of application: Peak season (from November to February, coinciding with holidays) usually has a large number of applications, leading to longer processing times.
Special cases: Some complex applications (e.g., requiring background or financial verification) may take additional time to process.
Emergency processing cases
If you need a visa urgently, you can inform the staff at VFS Global when submitting your application. However, only special cases (such as humanitarian reasons or urgent business trips) will be prioritized for expedited processing. Note that purchasing flight tickets or making reservations is not considered a convincing reason to expedite the process.
Process after fingerprinting
After completing fingerprinting at VFS Global (in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, or Da Nang), your application will be forwarded to the Australian Department of Home Affairs for review. Below are the next steps:
Note the process after fingerprinting for the Australian visa
Check application status:
You can track the review process through the ImmiAccount created when submitting your application online. The Australian Department of Home Affairs will send notifications via email if additional documents are needed or if there is a visa result.
To check the visa status, visit the website of the Australian Department of Home Affairs (homeaffairs.gov.au) and log into your ImmiAccount.
Receive visa results:
If the visa is approved, you will receive an email notification along with a PDF file containing visa information (visa number, validity, number of entries, duration of stay). Print this file and keep it with your passport when entering Australia.
If denied, you will receive an email explaining the reasons. You can reapply immediately after addressing the issues mentioned in the denial letter, but it is often advised to wait about 6 months to increase the approval rate.
To ensure your application is processed quickly and has a high approval rate, you should pay attention to:
Prepare a complete and accurate application: Including a passport valid for at least 6 months, financial proof documents (bank statements, pay slips), travel itinerary, and other relevant documents. All documents in Vietnamese must have certified English translations.
Submit the application early: Submit your application at least 1-2 months before the planned departure date to allow time for processing and any necessary additions.
Do not book flights or hotels before obtaining the visa: The Australian Department of Home Affairs advises against finalizing travel plans until the visa is granted to avoid financial risks.
Use professional services: If you are not confident about the process or want to save time, consider using the visa service of NVK Travel. We will assist you from preparing the application, submitting it online, scheduling fingerprinting, to receiving results, ensuring a high approval rate and quick processing.
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