The processing period for a Spouse Permit varies depending on the country of origin and personal circumstances. It could take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.
A spouse permit in Canada can take up to 12 months to process, while a spouse permit in Australia can take anywhere from 11 to 15 months. The spouse permit takes about 2 to 12 weeks in the UK, and 6 to 9 months on average in the US.