E-3 Visa, Australian Professionals

Important Travel Document Information – Please Read

Only Australian citizens, their spouses, and children under the age of 21 are eligible for an E-3 visa. E-3 primary candidates must be coming to the United States only to work in a specialized field. It is not necessary for the husband and children to be Australian citizens. If you want to bring your spouse, partner, or children under the age of 21 with you for the length of your stay, they may be eligible for derivative visas.

E-3 Visa Eligibility

To qualify for an E-3 visa, you must show that you:

• Are an Australian citizen
• Have a valid job offer in the US
• Have the required academic or other qualifications
• Will fill a specialist employment job

Family of E-3 Visa Holders

A nonimmigrant worker's spouse and unmarried children under 21 are eligible to E-3 dependant status. Children of E-3 employees may not work in the US. Your spouse is deemed employed incidentally.

Documentation Required For E-3 Visa

• Your current valid passport.
• The official employment offer from your employer, which must be addressed to you, signed on the letterhead of the firm, and contain a job description that is unique to
• A copy of the LCA that was submitted by your employer on your behalf.
• A hard copy of the confirmation from VisaPoint.
• An envelope with your address is included.
• A printed confirmation of your DS-160 submission, which must include both your picture and barcode.
• A copy of all of the papers that pertain to your degree and credentials
• Documentation to substantiate your claim that you maintain links to your home country and do not plan to make the United States of America your permanent residence.

E3 Visa Issuance

Visa issuance and processing times cannot be guaranteed in advance. All processing times mentioned are simply approximations. If you need a visa, we recommend applying well ahead of time for your anticipated travel date and not making non-refundable travel arrangements until you have received your visa and passport.

For detailed information on specific parts of the USA visa process, you can refer to the links on the right to find the answer to your query. If you are unable to find any particular information, please contact us via email.

I am an Australian permanent resident but not a citizen. Can I get an E-3 visa?

No, only Australians may apply for E-3 visas. If you are a new or aspiring Australian citizen, you must have an Australian passport by the time of your visa interview.

What is a specialty occupation?

A bachelors or higher degree in the specified specialisation (or its equivalent) is required for admittance into the employment in the United States.