E-3 | Specialty Workers from Australia

The E-3 Visa is a nonimmigrant visa for Australian specialty workers. You must be coming to the United States solely to perform services in a specialty occupation. The specialty occupation requires theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and the attainment of a bachelor’s or higher degree in the specific specialty, or its equivalent, as a minimum for entry into the occupation in the United States.

Qualifications

  • Are a national of Australia
  • Have a legitimate offer of employment in the United States
  • Possess the necessary academic or other qualifying credentials
  • Will fill a position that qualifies as a specialty occupation

What You'll Need

  • Form DS-160
  • Appointment confirmation page (if relevant)
  • Passport
  • Passport style photographs
  • Evidence of previously issued U.S. visas
  • A job offer letter or other documentation from the prospective United States-based employer
  • Approved Labor Condition Application (LCA), Form ETA 9035E
  • Evidence of the necessary academic or other qualifying credentials
  • A certified copy of any required license or other official permission to practice the occupation in the state of intended employment if so required
  • If you have ever been arrested, cautioned, convicted (if applicable)
  • If you have a medical condition that could have a bearing on your eligibility for a visa (if applicable)
  • If you have been denied entry into or deported, or removed from the United States (if applicable)

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FAQs

How long does an E-3 visa last?

The E-3 visa has an up to 2 years per extension, and has no maximum on the number of extensions, of course, with some exceptions.

Is there a fee to file the E-3?

Yes, there is a $205 filing fee. If you apply online, you can also pay online. If you pay by mail, then you can pay via money order, personal check, cashier’s check, or by credit card using Form G-1450, Authorization for Credit Card Transactions. If you pay by check, you must make your check payable to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

How can I file my E-3 form?

You can file your form online or by mail. Filing online allows you to:

  • Pay your filing fee online
  • Check the status of your case
  • Receive notifications and case updates
  • View personalized case completion date estimates
  • Respond to requests for evidence
  • Manage your contact information, including updating your address

 

You can create an account to file online. You can also mail your form to your region’s designated USCIS office.

Of course, you can choose to manage your case independently. However, working with immigration experts can help you navigate the process and provide guidance throughout.

You may be represented, at no expense to the U.S. government, by an attorney or other duly authorized representative. Your representative must submit Form G-28, Notice of Entry or Appearance as Attorney or Representative. Your representative may also submit Form G-28 at the time of your interview.

Why should I work with ImmigrationUSA?

Immigration issues can be quite complicated. Combine that with the current rate of change in U.S. policies, it can be hard to keep up. Our team puts their experience to work for you and your particular situation. We work hard to stay on top of policy changes and are prepared for changes down the line. We offer patented online software, MyEsq, that streamlines the filing process and makes our knowledgeable team of lawyers just a click away.

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