As discussed in our previous blog, the Applicants of Certain Nationalities are issued special nonimmigrant work visas in addition to highly popular H-1B Nonimmigrant Work Visa. Accordingly, E3 Nonimmigrant visa is granted only to citizens ofAustralia, who have a legitimate offer of employment in the United States and will work in specialty occupations. 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.

This visa  category has an annual numerical limit of 10,500 that has never been reached. The initial period of employment is up to a maximum of two years, and the extensions may be obtained multiple times.

Please note, any accompanying or “following to join” spouse and children under the age of 21 may be eligible for E-3S/E-3D nonimmigrant status.  

·       Spouses of E-3 workers in valid E-3 or E-3S status are considered employment authorized incident to status. However, Children of E-3 workers are not permitted to work while in the United States, but they are permitted to study.

·       Granted E-3S/E-3D nonimmigrant status for no longer than the period of time granted to the principal E-3 nonimmigrant.

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