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What are the requirements for Aussies applying for a Non-O visa based on retirement, including flight bookings and waiting times through the Canberra embassy?
Question to any Aussies recently applied for a non-o based on retirement. Did you need to prove a flight booking in/out? Also what was the waiting period through Canberra embassy. I will book my flight up for late Feb, so Early Jan should be sufficient?
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The discussion revolves around the experiences of Australians applying for a Non-O visa based on retirement. Key points include varying waiting periods for visa approval through the Canberra embassy, with anecdotal timelines ranging from 4 to 6 weeks. One commenter mentioned successfully applying with a one-way flight ticket, highlighting that flexibility in travel plans (such as booking a return flight) can be beneficial. Overall, it's advised to apply well in advance of travel.
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Stephen *******
I've been waiting 6 weeks and I'm at the airport now about to board and my visa still hasn't arrived. Apply as early as possible.
Graeme ********
My visa took about five weeks and I actually booked a return flexi flight for backup. As it is I need to go back home for about a week to sort a few legal matters so the flight wasn't wasted
John *********
I am an Aussie and did an application from Sydney in September and I only bought and submitted a one way ticket in the application. All approved and I am now in Thailand. I applied with the Sydney embassy and I allowed 6 weeks before I flew I had it approved in just under 4 weeks. I think as long as you allow at least 4 weeks it should be all good.
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