GROW USA
E-3 Visa for Australians!
The E-3 visa was created in May 2005
by an Act of the United States Congress as a
result of the Australia-United States Free
Trade Agreement (AUSFTA).
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A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity
for the Aussies!
10,500 visas issued annually to Australian
nationals only!
E-3 visa is renewable indefinitely! (valid for 2 year
periods)
Spouse has full legal working rights!
Spouse need not be Australian
Spouses and dependents of primary beneficiary
are not included in 10,500
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How it Works
Candidate is presented to U.S Clients
Interviews are scheduled via phone, video conference,
online technical etc.
Employment Offer is accepted
Academic Credentials are evaluated (by most U.S
Employers)
All relevant E-3 visa documentation is sent to the candidate
via International Courier
Candidate schedules E-3 visa interview appointment with
the assistance and guidance of GROW USA
Once E-3 visa is received, candidate resigns from current
position (there are no guarantees that the applicant will
receive their E-3 visa, therefore we strongly advise against
terminating employment prior to receipt of this)
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Employee’s Qualifications
Mandatory requirements for an E-3 Visa are that you:
– hold a relevant Bachelor Degree plus minimum 3 years commercial
experience OR
– hold a relevant Bachelor & Masters Degree and have minimum 1
year commercial experience OR
– have 12+ years industry experience
Candidate must possess appropriate degree or equivalent
– 3 years commercial experience equivalent to 1 year study.
– Academic Credential Evaluation is recommended to increase
chances of obtaining visa.
– Important to present well documented case if relying on work
experience only.
Must have license if position requires license (e.g. attorney, architect,
accountant, teacher)
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E-3 Visa Processed Directly
at U.S Consulate
Candidate applies directly at US Consulate in Australia –
Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth (applications can also be
made at any overseas U.S Consulate which processes
non-immigrant visas)
Wait Times depend on Consulate – generally 2-4 weeks
Advance planning required due to backlogs at Consulates
– GROW USA can assist with expedited appointments
For further information, please visit:
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/consular/visa-e3.html
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GROW USA
For further information please contact:
Rachael Hitch
Ph. +61 424 177 944
Fax. +61 7 3283 7379
Email. info@growusa.com.au
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