E-3 Visa for Australian Nationals

 

 
Eligibility

√ Must be a national of Australia.

√ Must have an offer of employment.

√ The job offered must be for a “specialty occupation”, which means the position usually requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

√ The employer must pay the required prevailing wage

Application Process

√ Prior to applying for the E-3, the employer must submit a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the Department of Labor.

√ Provide a job offer letter from employer that will be engaged in a specialty occupation and academic credentials/qualifications must be provided.

 
 
 
Duration of Status

√ The initial period of stay is up to 2 years with renewal of two year increments.

√ There are no maximum number of extensions.

Dependent Benefits

√ Spouses and unmarried children under the age 21 can join the E-3 worker.

√ Dependents will be granted the same period of stay as the E-3 worker.

√ Spouse has work authorization.

 
 

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