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New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461)

This is an Australian visa subclass processed by the Department of Home Affairs.

Verified from Department of Home Affairs on 2026-04-20

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Processing Range (p25–p75)
7 weeks to 4 months
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Streams
2026-04-20
Updated

Processing Time by Stream

Stream25th %ile50th %ile75th %ile90th %ile
All applicants52 Days89 Days4 Months4 Months

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461) take?

Current processing time for New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461) is 7 weeks to 4 months, based on the latest data from Department of Home Affairs.

When was New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461) processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Department of Home Affairs.

What factors affect New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461) processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: WaitVisa.com — Department of Home Affairs, updated 2026-04-20