tommyp said:
once stage 1 is complete how long does stage 2 take
Variable, depending on the case.
We have to keep in mind 2nd stage is the stage dealing with the applicant itself while AIP is mostly for the sponsor eligibility and weither or not the relationship is trusted.
Some get 2nd stage at the same time as 1st stage, some very close like 1 week to a month after AIP and some will wait many months.
It depends on factors like where the applicant is from, background and security check, police record, medical and probably some other factors. If some required documents like police check or medical are too old by the time AIP is granted they might need to be provided again adding to the delay.