Illinois has hosted 1,993 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 89.2% certified. The median annualized wage is $130,844. The most-filed role is Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers, with Skywest Airlines as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in Illinois
163 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in Illinois.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | 178 | 96.1% | $187,200 | Chicago |
| Software Developers | 176 | 94.9% | $125,000 | Chicago |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 120 | 90.0% | $133,900 | Chicago |
| Management Analysts | 117 | 88.9% | $145,059 | Chicago |
| Chief Executives | 84 | 86.9% | $238,125 | Chicago |
| Marketing Managers | 80 | 78.8% | $156,960 | Chicago |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 77 | 93.5% | $183,269 | Chicago |
| General and Operations Managers | 77 | 90.9% | $161,096 | Chicago |
| Accountants and Auditors | 70 | 94.3% | $128,000 | Chicago |
| Financial Managers | 69 | 89.9% | $190,000 | Chicago |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 65 | 83.1% | $79,394 | Chicago |
| Sales Managers | 63 | 93.7% | $150,000 | Chicago |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 54 | 87.0% | $140,000 | Chicago |
| Operations Research Analysts | 45 | 77.8% | $122,000 | Chicago |
| Lawyers | 27 | 96.3% | $155,200 | Chicago |
| Human Resources Managers | 26 | 76.9% | $164,177 | Chicago |
| Financial Quantitative Analysts | 25 | 84.0% | $175,000 | Chicago |
| Computer Systems Analysts | 24 | 95.8% | $117,500 | Chicago |
| Human Resources Specialists | 23 | 87.0% | $82,500 | Chicago |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | 21 | 81.0% | $130,000 | Chicago |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 20 | 95.0% | $113,547 | Chicago |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 19 | 84.2% | $116,803 | Chicago |
| Art Directors | 18 | 77.8% | $153,500 | Chicago |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | 17 | 94.1% | $150,000 | Chicago |
| Statisticians | 16 | 75.0% | $122,500 | Chicago |
| Logisticians | 14 | 85.7% | $84,720 | Chicago |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 14 | 85.7% | $115,000 | Chicago |
| Mechatronics Engineers | 13 | 84.6% | $110,000 | Kankakee |
| Public Relations Specialists | 13 | 100.0% | $63,752 | Chicago |
| Civil Engineers | 12 | 91.7% | $160,500 | Chicago |
| Actuaries | 11 | 90.9% | $180,000 | Chicago |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 11 | 90.9% | $173,430 | Chicago |
| Automotive Engineers | 10 | 20.0% | $80,155 | Saint Charles |
| Veterinarians | 10 | 100.0% | $107,000 | Chicago |
| Financial Risk Specialists | 9 | 100.0% | $140,000 | Chicago |
| Graphic Designers | 9 | 88.9% | $58,240 | Chicago |
| Information Security Analysts | 8 | 100.0% | $150,991 | Chicago |
| Mechanical Engineers | 8 | 87.5% | $100,140 | Alsip |
| Producers and Directors | 8 | 100.0% | $100,000 | Chicago |
| Sales Engineers | 8 | 87.5% | $110,427 | Chicago |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 7 | 85.7% | $105,000 | Chicago |
| Coaches and Scouts | 7 | 100.0% | $68,590 | Chicago |
| Data Scientists | 7 | 85.7% | $119,326 | Chicago |
| Editors | 7 | 100.0% | $70,000 | Chicago |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | 7 | 100.0% | $125,000 | Chicago |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | 7 | 71.4% | $60,320 | Chenoa |
| Project Management Specialists | 7 | 85.7% | $133,185 | Chicago |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | 6 | 83.3% | $113,358 | Chicago |
| Computer Network Architects | 6 | 66.7% | $145,631 | Chicago |
| Economists | 6 | 83.3% | $94,925 | Chicago |
Top employers in Illinois
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in Illinois.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Skywest Airlines | 175 | $187,200 |
| Akuna Capital | 41 | $131,000 |
| Ernst & Young | 30 | $165,002 |
| PwC | 29 | $165,000 |
| Daniels Sharpsmart | 25 | $165,000 |
| Imc Americas | 24 | $175,000 |
| Optiver Services US | 21 | $150,000 |
| The University Of Chicago | 17 | $95,004 |
| Morningstar | 16 | $105,716 |
| Coates US | 15 | $200,000 |
| Northwestern University | 15 | $83,366 |
| Smokeball | 15 | $78,770 |
| Mescada | 14 | $120,000 |
| Abbvie | 13 | $200,000 |
| Techie Brains | 13 | $90,000 |
Top cities
Cities in Illinois with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 1,383 | $141,250 |
| Naperville | 43 | $142,500 |
| Downers Grove | 26 | $98,000 |
| Deerfield | 25 | $148,800 |
| Buffalo Grove | 20 | $172,500 |
| Oakbrook Terrace | 19 | $160,000 |
| Evanston | 18 | $106,032 |
| Aurora | 17 | $123,781 |
| Lisle | 17 | $120,000 |
| Northbrook | 17 | $175,000 |
| Oak Brook | 15 | $150,000 |
| Schaumburg | 15 | $120,000 |
| Kankakee | 14 | $120,000 |
| Normal | 13 | $90,000 |
| Arlington Heights | 12 | $88,910 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in Illinois.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 291 | 91.4% | |
| FY2021 | 297 | 92.3% | |
| FY2022 | 325 | 90.5% | |
| FY2023 | 273 | 87.5% | |
| FY2024 | 309 | 90.9% | |
| FY2025 | 287 | 85.4% | |
| FY2026 | 211 | 84.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in Illinois?
1,993 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in Illinois across all available fiscal years, with 89.2% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in Illinois?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in Illinois is $130,844, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in Illinois?
The top E-3 visa roles in Illinois are: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers (178 filings), Software Developers (176 filings), Financial and Investment Analysts (120 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in Illinois?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in Illinois are: Skywest Airlines (175 filings), Akuna Capital (41 filings), Ernst & Young (30 filings).
Can Australians work in Illinois on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and Illinois is one of the US states with active E-3 sponsorship. The data on this page shows the employers and roles being filed there.
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