SOC code 11-9081
There have been 44 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Lodging Managers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 86.4% certified. The median annualized wage is $116,795. The top sponsor is Wyndham Vacation Ownership, with most positions based in CA.
All sponsoring employers
28 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Lodging Managers. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyndham Vacation Ownership | 4 | 100.0% | $61,454 | FL |
| Arizona Grand Resort Group | 3 | 66.7% | $50,003 | AZ |
| Mfinn 2013 | 3 | 100.0% | $100,818 | CT |
| Starwood Hotels Resorts Worldwide | 3 | 66.7% | $143,205 | HI |
| Stay Open | 3 | 100.0% | $57,990 | CA |
| Avalon Capital Group | 2 | 0.0% | $180,000 | CA |
| Crestline Hotels Resorts | 2 | 100.0% | $111,500 | CA |
| DC Sofitel | 2 | 100.0% | $97,375 | DC |
| Inspirato | 2 | 100.0% | $62,000 | CA |
| Pacific Washington DC Manager | 2 | 100.0% | $189,500 | DC |
| 101 Ocean Condominium Homeowners Association | 1 | 100.0% | $56,638 | CA |
| Ennismore Holdings US | 1 | 100.0% | $300,000 | FL |
| Ennismore International USA | 1 | 100.0% | $170,555 | NY |
| Eqx Hotel Services | 1 | 100.0% | $85,000 | NY |
| Fwc2026 US | 1 | 100.0% | $120,000 | FL |
| Highgate Hotels | 1 | 100.0% | $135,000 | HI |
| Historic Hotels Of Albemarle | 1 | 100.0% | $325,000 | VA |
| Interstate Management Company | 1 | 100.0% | $65,000 | ME |
| Jorgensen Land And Cattle Partnership | 1 | 100.0% | $50,000 | SD |
| Madison Hotel | 1 | 100.0% | $73,000 | WA |
| Mhg Holdco | 1 | 100.0% | $141,524 | NY |
| Pacific Langham NY Management | 1 | 100.0% | $150,000 | NY |
| Rosewood Hotels And Resorts | 1 | 100.0% | $200,000 | NY |
| Rosewood Hotels Resorts | 1 | 100.0% | $120,000 | NY |
| Rosewood Hotels Resorts L L C | 1 | 0.0% | $200,000 | NY |
| Rudra Llc - Super 8 Motel | 1 | 0.0% | $80,080 | SD |
| Soho Grand Hotel | 1 | 100.0% | $108,805 | NY |
| Tnny Hotel | 1 | 100.0% | $125,000 | NY |
Top states
Where Lodging Managers E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| NY | 9 (20.5%) |
| CA | 9 (20.5%) |
| FL | 6 (13.6%) |
| HI | 4 (9.1%) |
| DC | 4 (9.1%) |
| SD | 3 (6.8%) |
| CT | 3 (6.8%) |
| AZ | 3 (6.8%) |
| WA | 1 (2.3%) |
| VA | 1 (2.3%) |
| ME | 1 (2.3%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| General Manager | 5 |
| Resort Manager | 3 |
| Pod Hotel Lodging Manager | 2 |
| Managing Chef | 2 |
| Hotel Manager | 2 |
| Executive Housekeeper | 2 |
| Director of Revenue Management | 2 |
| Director of Operations | 2 |
| Destination Manager | 2 |
| DIRECTOR OF ROOMS OPERATIONS | 2 |
| Assistant Hotel Manager (Oasis F&B) | 2 |
| Vice President of Food & Beverage - Americas | 1 |
| Vice President of F&B Development - Culinary | 1 |
| Restaurant General Manager | 1 |
| Regional Director of Hotel Operations | 1 |
| RESIDENT RELATIONS MANAGER | 1 |
| Oasis Food & Beverage Assistant Manager | 1 |
| Manager, Central Guest Hotel, FIFA World Cup 2026 | 1 |
| Lodging Manager | 1 |
| Director, Sales and Marketing | 1 |
| Director of Rooms and General Manager | 1 |
| Director of Rooms Operations | 1 |
| Director of Revenue Management | 1 |
| Director of Revenue & Reservations | 1 |
| Director of Reservations & Revenue Management | 1 |
| Director of Food & Beverage | 1 |
| DIRECTOR OF ROOMS | 1 |
| Culinary Director, Asia/Pacific | 1 |
| Assistant Director of Food & Beverage | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Lodging Managers. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 7 | 71.4% | $95,000 | |
| FY2021 | 10 | 100.0% | $99,750 | |
| FY2022 | 4 | 100.0% | $125,000 | |
| FY2023 | 12 | 75.0% | $100,818 | |
| FY2024 | 4 | 100.0% | $103,000 | |
| FY2025 | 4 | 75.0% | $174,000 | |
| FY2026 | 3 | 100.0% | $120,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Lodging Managers have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 44 Labor Condition Application filings for Lodging Managers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 86.4% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Lodging Managers on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Lodging Managers on the E-3 visa is $116,795, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Lodging Managers on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Lodging Managers are: Wyndham Vacation Ownership (4 filings), Arizona Grand Resort Group (3 filings), Mfinn 2013 (3 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa lodging managers based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Lodging Managers are based in: NY (9 filings), CA (9 filings), FL (6 filings).
Can Australians work as lodging managers on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Lodging Managers is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
