Canada
Target 6 months: average 8-10 months (2024 data). Backlog caused delays in 2023, improving now.
USA
Target 8-12 months: average 10-14 months. Varies by USCIS district. Major cities slower (NYC, LA: 18+ months).
Australia
Target 4-6 months: average 6-8 months. Relatively fast compared to other countries.
UK
Target 4-6 weeks (Life in UK test): average 2-3 months (citizenship application). Total: 4-6 months (with ILR already held).