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E-3 Visa Nursing Jobs

Nursing roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and an active state RN license. Australian nurses bring internationally recognized credentials, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means you can start the process as soon as you have a job offer.

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Open Jobs7,927+
Top Visa TypeE-3
Work Type96% On-site
Median Salary$64K
Top LocationCleveland, OH
Most JobsFresenius Medical Care

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Mayo Clinic
Director of Nursing
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Mayo Clinic
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Director of Nursing
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$137,134/yr - $205,691/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Henry Ford Health
Nursing Assistant
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Nursing Assistant
Henry Ford Health
Jackson, Michigan
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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UTHealth Houston
Assistant Manager Nursing/Phone Triage
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Assistant Manager Nursing/Phone Triage
UTHealth Houston
Houston, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Cleveland Clinic
Nursing Department Assistant III
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Nursing Department Assistant III
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Duke University
Nursing Care Assistant (CNA)
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Nursing Care Assistant (CNA)
Duke University
Raleigh, North Carolina
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Nursing

Get your NCLEX and state license first

U.S. employers won't file an LCA for a candidate without a valid state RN license. Sit the NCLEX-RN before you start applying, then apply for licensure in the state where the role is located.

Target health systems with existing E-3 history

Large hospital networks and health systems that have hired international nurses before already understand the LCA process. Focus your applications on employers in states with high nurse demand like California, Texas, and New York.

Verify your BSN satisfies the specialty occupation requirement

The E-3 requires a degree in a field directly related to the role. Australian three-year BSN degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year BSN, but confirm this with your employer's HR team before the LCA is filed.

Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your paperwork

Once you have an offer, the LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the filing timeline doesn't delay your start date.

Clarify your employer's E-Verify enrollment status

Hospitals that participate in E-Verify can confirm your work authorization quickly after you arrive. Ask the recruiter directly whether the facility is enrolled, since some large health systems enroll by entity rather than across all sites.

Prepare for a specialty-specific consulate interview

Consular officers routinely ask nursing applicants to explain how their BSN directly qualifies them for the specific unit or department in the offer letter. Bring your degree transcript, NCLEX results, and a copy of your state RN license to the appointment.

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Nursing E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find nursing jobs in the U.S. with E-3 sponsorship?

Migrate Mate lists nursing roles from U.S. employers that sponsor the E-3 visa, so you can search by location, specialty, and role type without filtering through positions that don't support international candidates. Because the E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, employers can hire you at any time of year once an offer is in place.

How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?

Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.

Does a nursing role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?

Registered nurse positions that require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing as a minimum qualification generally meet the E-3 specialty occupation standard. Roles like ICU, NICU, and surgical nursing typically qualify without issue. General aide or LPN positions that don't require a BSN do not qualify, so the job description in the offer letter matters.

Is the E-3 visa better than the H-1B for Australian nurses?

For Australian citizens, the E-3 is a substantially more practical path than the H-1B. There's no lottery, no cap on annual numbers, and your employer can file your Labor Condition Application at any point in the year. H-1B selection is randomized and limited to 85,000 slots annually, so most nurses who enter the lottery won't be selected.

Can I change nursing employers while on an E-3 visa?

Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before or shortly after you start. There's no portability rule for the E-3 the way AC21 works for H-1B holders, so coordinate the timing carefully to avoid a gap in work authorization.

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