Shiloh is correct Joe, usually around 6 weeks on average.
However, if you have delayed any part of the following administration, it can be longer. Security Clearance is often a cause for delay. You must be in possesion of a valid passport & allow your AFCO to take a copy, if you haven't already:
TO ENSURE YOU GET THE EARLIEST POSSIBLE ENTRY DATE YOU MUST:
ڤ FULLY complete & return all application forms- Check Full postal addresses of nominated referees.
ڤ Pass Recruiting Test
ڤ Pass Selection Interview
ڤ Return FULLY completed Security Questionnaire- must be BLACK ink, covering a full 5 years of previous addresses of yourself & parents (& partner, if applicable)
ڤ Pass eyesight test (Ideally before medical)
ڤ Pass Medical
ڤ Ensure both references are completed & returned by your nominated referees- CHECK.
ڤ Pass Pre-Joining Fitness Test
ڤ Pass PRMC
ڤ Provide 4 X colour passport photographs.
ڤ Return all completed entry documentation upon receipt- do not delay
ڤ Possess a valid passport- CHECK
YOU WILL DELAY YOUR APPLICATION PENDING COMPLETION OF THE ABOVE