The E-3 visa is a nonimmigrant visa available exclusively to citizens of Australia. These visas are available to citizens of Australia who have been offered employment in the United States in a “specialty occupation” position.
The E-3 visa is a nonimmigrant visa available exclusively to citizens of Australia. These visas are available to citizens of Australia who have been offered employment in the United States in a “specialty occupation” position.
This visa is a close relative of the H-1B visa, having many of the same requirements:
Due to these close similarities (and the greater popularity of H-1B visas), it can be difficult to have a conversation about E-3 visas without talking about H-1B visas.
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Though these visas are closely related to H-1B visas, there are some key differences between these visa categories:
The process is quite different for an H-1B visa applicant. An H-1B visa applicant must first obtain an approved H-1B Petition from USCIS in the United States. Only they can they apply for an H-1B visa stamp at a consulate.
These key differences make the E-3 visa an attractive option for the Australian Citizens that have access to it.
The E-3 visa attorneys of Shihab Burke, LLC, Attorneys At Law are experienced professionals in all aspects of U.S. immigration law. We have experience in assisting Australians and their employers navigate the E-3 process, including filing Labor Condition Applications and preparing for consular interviews.
Partnering with a team like Shihab Burke, LLC, Attorneys At Law is the perfect answer for international businesses that may not have in house legal counsel experienced in U.S. visa application requirements. When businesses have in-house legal counsel, our team can work in conjunction with in-house counsel on all matters relating to U.S. immigration law.
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