I was told to expect a year for my permanent residency visa to be approved...because I had my sh%t together, it only took about 4 months...I did delay getting my passport stamped after my approval for the maximum of 6 months, just so that my 12 month window to enter the country would be started later. In effect my window is 18 months from my initial approval. Also plan on setting aside about $1300.00 for the fees.

I'm not sure how long a work visa would take. I would think not as long and not quite as expensive. You can dig the answers out of immigration link above.

Also Druglord and Flying Kiwi bring up good points...DO NOT confuse the Kiwis with the Aussies...very poor form. I've found it is a surefire way to **** off my wife. LOL

FlyingKiwi..what do you fly?

Cheers,
JD