-You have the choice of an AVID or ASIC upon pilot application. The ASIC is only valid for 2yrs, and the time they take to process it comes off that time.
- It does not have to be done at a consulate, or signed by someone in Australia, if you can find the right people, they are here in NZ and you might get it done for free. -I did, and one other person I helped off here.