Extending work visa

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  1. #1

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    Extending work visa

    I have a six-month contract and six-month work visa. My company is discussing extending my project by a few months. Will they have to go through the same process as when I applied initially (ie, same timelines and costs)? Or it is simpler because it is an extension?


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    They have to make an application for extension, but obviously they don't have to resubmit all the information about the company/position, and you don't need to resubmit all your qualifications etc. The time is normally significantly shorter than an initial application. Expect four weeks, but hope for two.