Refugee visa processing in Australia can be complex and lengthy. This article explains different visa types, current processing benchmarks, key delays, and practical tips to help applicants navigate their visa journey. Which Visas Are Available to Refugees? Australia offers various refugee and humanitarian visa subclasses: Offshore Humanitarian Visas Subclass 200 (Refugee Visa): For UNHCR-identified refugees needing resettlement. Subclass 201 (In-country Special Humanitarian): For individuals still in their home country facing persecution. Subclass 202 (Global Special Humanitarian): For applicants with a proposer in Australia facing discrimination. Subclass 203 (Emergency Rescue): For people in immediate danger requiring urgent protection. Onshore Protection Visas