E-3 Specialty Occupation Workers from Australia

Duration: 

Up to 2 years per extension; no maximum number of extensions, with some exceptions.

Processing Information: 
  • Three to six months with expedited processing. Internal requirements must be met prior to submission to USCIS. 
Use at Yale: 
  • Citizenship-Based
  • Australian Citizens
Considerations: 
  • E-3D spouse can apply for work permission.
  • Application process similar to H-1B.
  • USCIS filing fees ~ $2960.