What PRA publishes
PRA’s August 2025 Expanded SRRV Program publishes 30–45 working days from submission of complete documents. Document preparation comes before that window. PRA requires physical presence throughout application processing. Corrections, holidays and scheduling can extend the stay.
Start the clock at complete filing
Authentication, bank setup and document corrections can take place before submission. They should not be hidden inside an apparently short agency processing time. An internal service target, if quoted, must name its stage and exclusions.
Build a departure buffer
The trip planner excludes weekends when illustrating the range, but cannot predict holidays or agency delays. Keep travel flexible and confirm issuance before assuming departure is possible.
Sources and next steps
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Source review October 24, 2026Reviewed by Adam Juchniewicz, LL.M.Claim dates and qualifications