Renewal Processing Time
How long does Renewal processing take? Real timelines from application to residence card, based on community reports.
Processing Time Summary
Median
~3 months
Typical Range
21–146 days
Fastest
2 days
78 reports
78
By Processing Channel
In-Person
~4 months
28–146 day range · 47 reports
Online
41 days
13–64 day range · 22 reports
Community Reports
Community Reports
+ Share your timelineShowing 214 records. Median: 85 days
| Type | Channel | Office | Days to Card | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewal | In-Person | — | — | High | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | High | ||
| Renewal | In-Person | 105 days | High | ||
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | Nomad Gate |
| Renewal | Online | — | 21 days | Medium | Nomad Gate |
| Renewal | Online | — | 6 days | Medium | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | High | ||
| Renewal | In-Person | IRN Coimbra | — | Low | |
| Renewal | Online | — | 32 days | Medium | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | 2 days | High | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | — | Low | |
| Renewal | — | 420 days | Medium | ||
| Renewal | Online | — | 52 days | High | |
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | — | 42 days | Medium | ||
| Renewal | — | — | Medium | ||
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | — | — | Low | ||
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | In-Person | — | — | Medium | |
| Renewal | — | — | Medium | ||
| Renewal | — | — | Medium | ||
| Renewal | In-Person | — | 120 days | Medium |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does renewal processing take?
Based on 78 community reports, the median processing time is ~3 months. Most applicants wait between 21 and 146 days.
Is this data reliable?
Our data comes from real community reports posted on Reddit and submitted directly by users. Each report is assigned a confidence level (high, medium, or low) based on the specificity of dates provided. While not official AIMA data, it provides useful estimates based on actual experiences.
How can I speed up my application?
Based on community data, online portal submissions tend to be processed faster than in-person appointments. Ensure all documents are complete and correctly formatted to avoid delays. Check our comprehensive guide for more tips.
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