What is the processing time for KITAS?

The processing time depends on the type of KITAS you are applying for:

Standard KITAS processing

Most KITAS types require at least 4–6 weeks from the moment all documents are complete and submitted to Immigration.

Longer processing times (8–10 weeks)

The following KITAS types usually take 8–10 weeks:

• Work KITAS
• Dependent Second Home KITAS
• Second Home KITAS

Processing times may vary depending on Immigration workload, document completeness, and verification requirements. For faster options (where available), please check the information on the specific KITAS page.