The United States has several different types of visas that allow for non-Americans to live and work in the US. Australian citizens are in a beneficial position because Australia and the United States have an arrangement that allows only Australian citizens to have access to the E-3 Specialty
E-3 Visa FAQ – Professionals Answer Your E3 Visa Questions
Are you an Australian citizen looking to temporarily relocate to the US after receiving a job offer from a US employer? The E3 Visa is exactly what you need! In this article, we will answer all the most commonly asked questions about E3 Visas including: What is an E-3 visa? The
US Department of Labors Prevailing Wage Changes Impact on E-3 Visas [Update]
The Trump admiration recently announced two related rules that will impact numerous employment-based visa categories to the United States. The main thrust of these new regulations is directed mostly towards visas that involve specialty occupations in the US including the widely used H-1B, the H-1B1
Important Information For Australians Using ESTA for Travel to the US [Update]
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the travel plans of many Australian Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents intending to visit the US have been disrupted. Unfortunately, we have seen numerous families and couples split apart in separate countries and many travellers looking to visit for business
US Green Card Lottery (Diversity Visa) FAQ
The US Diversity Visa Lottery (DV) is a well-known program that is applied for by millions of people globally each year looking for a chance to be able to become a Permanent Resident (green card holder) in the US. The official Instructions and Registration period for the Diversity Visa Lottery 2022
Requesting an Emergency Non-Immigrant Visa Appointment in Australia
As of July 16, 2020 the US Consulates in Sydney and Perth have announced a resumption of certain limited immigrant and non-immigrant visa services “including travelers with urgent travel needs and students (F, M and J categories).” The US Consulate Melbourne remains unable to resume routine visa
US Visa Renewals By Mail
Updates to US Visa Renewals Most people working in the United States on visas remember having to apply for their initial US visa; booking an appointment, waiting in the lengthy security line, spending most of your morning at the US Consulate, and then finally getting the quick interview to let you
I want to marry a US Citizen – A more detailed review of K-1 visas
Amidst these unprecedented times due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it is increasingly common that a US citizen and their international partner are separated because of travel restrictions, including travel both in and out of Australia. Due to these additional restrictions, in some circumstances,
Update to Australian Student Visas
ANNOUNCED: Update to Australian Student Visas. There was information released on 20 July 2020 that pertains to both Student Visa Applicants as well as Student Visa holders. The main points of the media release by DHA are: 1. The Government will recommence granting student visas in all
Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Non-immigrants Into The US
On June 22, 2020, President Donald Trump issued a new proclamation relating to certain non-immigrant visa categories due to COVID-19 and its effects on the US economy. The Proclamation takes effect at 12:01AM eastern daylight time on June 24, 2020. The “Proclamation Suspending Entry of Aliens
Applying For A Green Card While In The US
If you live in the US and have a US citizen spouse you may be able to apply for a green card. We understand that for the families of US citizens the recent flight restrictions may have caused significant disruption in their lives, including future planning for permanent status in the US. For US
E-3 Visa Considerations
Changes in Wages, Hours, Furloughs and Layoffs Many employers and employees, including those holding E-3 visas, are facing several challenging issues stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis, including employment changes such as furloughs and layoffs. Salary Reductions US
Leaving Australia – International Travel Ban and Exemptions
Due to COVID-19, leaving Australia is not currently possible for Australian citizens and permanent residents. However, in certain circumstances Australians can apply for an exemption to depart. The only scenarios which permit an international departure are as follows: Your travel is as part
Updates to Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) Satisfactory Departure Requests
Updates to Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) Satisfactory Departure Requests As the US continues to face the spread of COVID-19 (“coronavirus”), for those visitors in the US who have entered using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), it is important to understand US immigration law related to your entry. The
Presidential Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Immigrants Into The United States
Presidential Proclamation on at least 60-day suspension of some immigrants to the US. Due to COVID-19 and its effects on the economy, on April 22, 2020, President Donald Trump issued a new Presidential Proclamation on US immigration to suspend the entry of certain immigrants to the United States.