Payment Operations Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Payment Operations Specialists are consistently sponsored on H-1B visa, TN visa, and E-3 visas by banks, fintechs, and payment networks. Employers typically require a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field, and roles qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.

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Overview

Open Jobs7+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$17K
Top LocationJeffersonville, IN
Most JobsCity National Bank

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Gen Digital Inc.
Sr Billing/Payments Operations Specialist
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Gen Digital Inc.
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Sr Billing/Payments Operations Specialist
Gen Digital Inc.
Tempe, Arizona
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Customer Service & Support
Tax
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Fifth Third Bank
Global Payments ACH Specialist I
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Fifth Third Bank
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Global Payments ACH Specialist I
Fifth Third Bank
Cincinnati, Ohio
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Customer Service
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
10,000+

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City National Bank
Payments Claim Specialist
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City National Bank
Added 3w ago
Payments Claim Specialist
City National Bank
Phoenix, Arizona
Customer Service & Support
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Customer Service
$22/hr - $33/hr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Global Payments Inc.
Sales Support Specialist
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Global Payments Inc.
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Sales Support Specialist
Global Payments Inc.
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Business Operations
Customer Support
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On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Associate's

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University of Chicago
Payments and Research Revenue Specialist
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University of Chicago
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Payments and Research Revenue Specialist
University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Healthcare Administration
Audit
$70,000/yr - $95,000/yr
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2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Payment Operations Specialist

Target fintechs and payment networks first

Companies like payment processors, card networks, and digital banking platforms file LCAs for this role regularly. These employers are familiar with sponsorship workflows and less likely to be deterred by the process than smaller regional banks or credit unions.

Document the degree-to-role connection clearly

USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation status for operations roles. A degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics directly tied to payment systems strengthens your petition significantly and reduces the risk of an RFE on eligibility grounds.

Highlight systems and compliance experience

Proficiency with payment rails like ACH, SWIFT, or card settlement systems, plus AML or fraud monitoring experience, signals specialized knowledge. This makes the specialty occupation argument more defensible and makes you a stronger candidate for sponsoring employers.

Australian citizens should prioritize the E-3 visa

The E-3 has no lottery, unlimited two-year renewals, and a cap that has never been filled. For Australian payment operations professionals, this is a faster and more predictable path than the H-1B, and many employers overlook it entirely until you raise it.

Canadian and Mexican professionals should ask about TN status

Accountants and certain management roles can qualify for TN visas under USMCA. If your payment operations role has a finance or accounting component and you hold a qualifying degree, TN status can be processed at the border without USCIS filing delays.

Get the LCA right before applying

The Labor Condition Application must be certified by the Department of Labor before your H-1B petition is filed. Confirm your employer has started this step early. Delays here push back your entire timeline, especially if you're working toward a cap filing deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Payment Operations Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, in most cases. USCIS generally accepts payment operations roles as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like finance, accounting, or business. The key is showing the degree requirement is genuine and tied to the actual duties, not just listed as a preference. Roles involving regulatory compliance, settlement reconciliation, or payment system oversight are stronger candidates than generalist coordinator positions.

What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Payment Operations Specialist?

A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or a related field is the standard requirement. Some employers also accept degrees in mathematics or information systems if the role has a technical payment infrastructure component. What matters for visa purposes is that your degree field logically connects to the specific duties of the role. A general management or unrelated degree weakens the specialty occupation argument during USCIS review.

Which visa types are most common for Payment Operations Specialists?

H-1B visa is the most common path, though it requires clearing the annual lottery. Australian citizens have strong access to the E-3, which skips the lottery entirely and allows unlimited renewals. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status depending on how the role is framed and which degree they hold. L-1 visa transfers are also possible for professionals moving within a multinational financial institution.

How do I find employers who actually sponsor Payment Operations Specialists?

Browse Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Payment Operations Specialist roles at companies that have a documented history of visa sponsorship. DOL LCA disclosure data shows which employers have filed for this job title before, which is the most reliable signal of genuine sponsorship willingness. Fintechs, card networks, global banks, and payment processors file the most petitions for this role category.

Can I switch employers mid-visa if I'm already on H-1B as a Payment Operations Specialist?

Yes. H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior status was lawful and the petition is non-frivolous. Your new employer must file before your current status expires. The new role should also qualify as a specialty occupation, which is straightforward if you're moving to a comparable payment operations position at another financial institution.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Payment Operations Specialist jobs?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.