U.S. Work Visa

E-3 Visa

How We Help

Fast-track Australian hires. Renewable indefinitely. We manage your entire E-3 program, so your Australian hires can contribute long-term with greater certainty.

E3 Visa Background

The E-3 is a work visa that allows Australian professionals to work in specialty occupations in the U.S.

We help simplify the process and ensure faster approvals for Australians navigating the U.S. immigration system.

VISA DURATION
2-Year Renewable Terms
An initial 2-year term with unlimited 2-year renewals. No maximum stay.
FAMILY VISAS
E-3D Dependent Visa
Spouses and children may obtain E-3D visas, with spouses eligible to work in the U.S.
PORTABILITY
Transfer Ready
Existing E-3 holders can transfer to a new employer and begin work once the transfer is filed, no need to wait for approval.
INTENT
Non-Immigrant Intent
E-3 holders must demonstrate intent to depart once status ends.

E-3 Eligibility

Australian citizenship, bachelor's degree or higher, specialty occupation, employer sponsorship, and prevailing wage requirements.

Visa Card Left
01
Australian Citizenship
02
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
03
Specialty Occupation
04
Employer Sponsorship
05
Prevailing Wage

E-3 Pricing

Trusted by

As seen in: AdaptiveSecurity, Wordware, Micro1, Trustwell

Ellis Processing

7 Days

Ellis Fee

$5,000

Fees Include

Overnight shipping (petition and notice), degree equivalency and translation (if necessary), consulate interview practice with former consulate officer, RFE response (if necessary)

e3 Timeline

LCA Filing

7 days

Document Collection

3 days

Petition Prep

3 days

Final Review

1 day

Prepare and file the Labor Condition Application with DOL.

7 days

Why choose Ellis?

Approach

Australian professionals deserve a smoother E-3 process. Ellis provides that with tailored legal support, proactive updates, and technology to avoid bottlenecks, sparing you the lag and red tape of traditional firms.

  • Dedicated Attorney
  • AI-driven accuracy
  • Live Dashboard
  • Empathetic Comms
Legacy Firms
  • High Paralegal Ratios
  • Manual Tracking
  • Opaque Pricing
  • Slow Replies

E-3 Visa FAQ

The E-3 visa is available exclusively to Australian citizens coming to the U.S. to work in a specialty occupation. To qualify, the role must require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, and the applicant must hold the necessary degree or equivalent credentials.

Testimonials

“
TESTIMONIAL
SEAN MCDERMOTT
Ellis is an exceptional immigration partner, delivering fast and knowledgeable service. Their platform makes the process easier than anything I've experienced in over a decade and a half of hiring international candidates to tech companies.
SEAN MCDERMOTT
Chief People Officer, Adaptive Security
“
TESTIMONIAL
DAVID GULLEY
From start to finish, Ellis kept us informed and confident, tailoring their approach to our company's specific needs with remarkable attention to detail and results. Their unwavering commitment to client success truly sets them apart in an industry too often marred by complexity.
DAVID GULLEY
HEAD OF GLOBAL HUMAN RESOURCES, TRUSTWELL
“
TESTIMONIAL
Filip Kozera
Ellis turned immigration into a competitive advantage for us. Being able to say "we've got your visa covered" helped us close top candidates we otherwise might have lost.
Filip Kozera
FOUNDER & CEO, WORDWARE

U.S. Immigration Solved

Home Bottom Hero Asset V2