Mississippi has hosted 34 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 79.4% certified. The median annualized wage is $56,743. The most-filed role is Paramedics, with University Of Mississippi as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in Mississippi
17 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in Mississippi.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paramedics | 6 | 100.0% | $48,412 | Ridgeland |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | 5 | 100.0% | $117,000 | University |
| Marine Engineers and Naval Architects | 3 | 66.7% | $135,000 | Pascagoula |
| Accountants and Auditors | 2 | 50.0% | $75,000 | Hamilton |
| Animal Trainers | 2 | 50.0% | $45,000 | Gulport |
| Chief Executives | 2 | 100.0% | $462,500 | Byhalia |
| Dietitians and Nutritionists | 2 | 50.0% | $43,680 | Hattiesburg |
| Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics | 2 | 100.0% | $42,744 | Ridgeland |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | 2 | 50.0% | $47,097 | University |
| Chiropractors | 1 | 0.0% | $56,285 | Carriere |
| Coaches and Scouts | 1 | 100.0% | $26,250 | Jackson |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 1 | 100.0% | $34,445 | Columbus |
| General and Operations Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $60,000 | Aberdeen |
| Industrial Production Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $127,050 | Newton |
| Mechanical Engineers | 1 | 0.0% | $79,269 | Olive Branch |
| Operations Research Analysts | 1 | 100.0% | $80,000 | Canton |
| Software Developers | 1 | 100.0% | $71,843 | Flowood |
Top employers in Mississippi
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in Mississippi.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Mississippi | 7 | $117,000 |
| Pafford Ems Of Mississippi | 4 | $48,412 |
| VT Halter Marine | 3 | $135,000 |
| Acadian Ambulance Service | 2 | $51,480 |
| Amplify Cell Technologies | 2 | $462,500 |
| Busy Bee Event Services | 2 | $43,680 |
| Mississippi Aquarium | 2 | $45,000 |
| Pafford Emergency Medical Services | 2 | $42,744 |
| Amazon | 1 | $80,000 |
| Belhaven University | 1 | $26,250 |
| Brs Offroad | 1 | $60,000 |
| D L Moore Associates | 1 | $56,285 |
| Esco Group | 1 | $127,050 |
| Golden Triangle Planning Development District | 1 | $50,000 |
| Natsoft | 1 | $71,843 |
Top cities
Cities in Mississippi with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| University | 6 | $117,000 |
| Ridgeland | 5 | $47,320 |
| Pascagoula | 3 | $135,000 |
| Gulport | 2 | $45,000 |
| Hattiesburg | 2 | $43,680 |
| Ocean Springs | 2 | $51,480 |
| Olive Branch | 2 | $239,634 |
| Aberdeen | 1 | $60,000 |
| Byhalia | 1 | $525,000 |
| Canton | 1 | $80,000 |
| Carriere | 1 | $56,285 |
| Columbus | 1 | $34,445 |
| Flowood | 1 | $71,843 |
| Gulfport | 1 | $50,960 |
| Hamilton | 1 | $100,000 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in Mississippi.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 5 | 80.0% | |
| FY2021 | 11 | 81.8% | |
| FY2022 | 1 | 100.0% | |
| FY2023 | 6 | 66.7% | |
| FY2024 | 4 | 100.0% | |
| FY2025 | 4 | 75.0% | |
| FY2026 | 3 | 66.7% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in Mississippi?
34 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in Mississippi across all available fiscal years, with 79.4% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in Mississippi?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in Mississippi is $56,743, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in Mississippi?
The top E-3 visa roles in Mississippi are: Paramedics (6 filings), Education Administrators, Postsecondary (5 filings), Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (3 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in Mississippi?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in Mississippi are: University Of Mississippi (7 filings), Pafford Ems Of Mississippi (4 filings), VT Halter Marine (3 filings).
Can Australians work in Mississippi on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and Mississippi is one of the US states with active E-3 sponsorship. The data on this page shows the employers and roles being filed there.
