E-3 visa category: The E-3 visa allows citizens of Australia to work in the United States in specialty occupations (i.e. position must require at least a bachelor’s degree). Applying for the E-3 visa: The E-3 visa can be obtained inside the USA (through USCIS) or outside the USA (through a US consulate in Australia).

Are E3 visas still available?

Can I apply for an E-3 visa? No. E-3 visas are only available for Australian nationals. If you are a new Australian citizen or are in the process of becoming one, please note that you will need to possess an Australian passport by the time of your visa interview.

Can I study on an E-3 visa?

Dependents of E3 visa holders are allowed to study in the US, and spouses are also allowed to work. Spouses can start employment by getting an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).

Can I work in USA with Australian PR?

Luckily, since 2005, Australians have had exclusive access to the E3 work visa; a special kind of visa that allows Australian professionals to work in the USA for a period of time and enjoy the benefits of permanent residency.

Can I apply for green card on e3 visa?

Unlike an H-1B visa or L-1 visa, an E-3 visa holder cannot have both nonimmigrant intent and immigrant intent (holding both of these intents simultaneously is referred to as “dual intent”). The fact is an E-3 visa holder can pursue a green card under the right circumstances.

What jobs qualify for e3 visa?

E-3 visa is a temporary US visa that allows Australian citizens with a specialty occupation such as fields in architecture, finance, computer programming, education, engineering, science, medicine, health, modelling, research, law and so on to enter US to take the job relevant to their profession.

How much does an E-3 visa cost?

The E-3 Visa costs $205 USD when applied for via a U.S. consulate abroad. If approved without administrative processing, Australians can have their E-3 Visas in their passports within 3-5 business days of attending their appointment.