E-3 Visa (Australian Specialty Occupation)
Specialty occupation visa reserved for Australian nationals.
Work Visas
Overview
The E-3 visa is exclusively for nationals of Australia coming to the United States to work in a specialty occupation that requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. It shares many features with the H-1B but has its own annual allocation.
Who it's for
- Australian nationals with a U.S. job offer in a specialty occupation
- Professionals with the required degree or equivalent credentials
Key points
Annual limit
Up to 10,500 E-3 visas per fiscal year for Australian nationals.
LCA required
Employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application.
Renewable
Granted in 2-year increments with no set maximum number of renewals.
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