Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 283 reports with timing data, the median processing time is 60 days. Most applicants receive their card within 17 to 133 days. However, processing times vary significantly depending on visa type, application channel, and whether it's an initial application or renewal.

Yes, based on our data the online portal has a median processing time of 32 days (14–64 day range). In-person AIMA appointments tend to take longer. We recommend using the online portal when available for your application type.

Based on 18 reports, Digital Nomad visa processing takes a median of ~2 months, with most applicants waiting 34 to 100 days. See detailed data on our Digital Nomad processing times page.

Golden Visa processing has a median of ~4 months based on 18 reports. The range is 46 to 175 days. Golden Visas historically had very long processing times, but recent reports suggest improvement. See our Golden Visa page for details.

Initial applications have a median of 46 days while renewals take a median of ~3 months. Initial applications tend to be processed faster, though this varies by channel and visa type.

Our data comes from multiple sources: publicly available timeline reports shared across online communities, and direct submissions from people who have been through the AIMA process. Each report includes a confidence level based on the specificity of dates provided. See our About page for the full list of sources.

Our estimates are based on 652 community reports. They represent real experiences but are not official AIMA data. Processing times change as AIMA reforms its systems, so recent reports are weighted more heavily in our analysis. Individual experiences may vary.