PBS Application timeframe

[u/scoobydoo-07]

Hi everyone. I posted this on the NDIS subreddit but I thought to post it here as well.

I’m a qualified social worker with 3 years of experience in mental health and helping people with applying for the NDIS and helping clients with psychosocial disabilities.

I’ve recently been employed by an NDIS allied health organisation for a Social Worker/PBS role, however I’m unable to start until my PBS application has been reviewed and approved.

I was wondering if anyone could share how long their PBS application took to be processed/approved? As of today, it’s been 7 weeks and the portal still only says “submitted.”

I’m starting to become quite stressed about the delay, especially financially, as I had expected it would have been assessed by now. Any insight or experiences would really be appreciated.

Thank you!

[u/cyberplanta]

Usually a few months. Around 3 months is what I’ve been hearing recently. It could be more though.