Nevada has hosted 802 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 87% certified. The median annualized wage is $121,750. The most-filed role is General and Operations Managers, with Nevada Gold Mines as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in Nevada
109 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in Nevada.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Managers | 84 | 81.0% | $125,000 | Las Vegas |
| Chief Executives | 65 | 87.7% | $275,000 | Las Vegas |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | 42 | 90.5% | $166,800 | Carlin |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | 37 | 89.2% | $128,000 | Reno |
| Marketing Managers | 31 | 96.8% | $139,214 | Las Vegas |
| Construction Managers | 27 | 74.1% | $137,000 | Las Vegas |
| Sales Managers | 27 | 85.2% | $146,000 | Las Vegas |
| Software Developers | 23 | 91.3% | $133,120 | Las Vegas |
| Chemical Engineers | 21 | 100.0% | $140,000 | Carson City |
| Mechanical Engineers | 21 | 100.0% | $102,606 | Crescent Valley |
| Accountants and Auditors | 20 | 90.0% | $96,500 | Las Vegas |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 16 | 62.5% | $78,275 | Las Vegas |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 15 | 66.7% | $75,267 | Las Vegas |
| Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | 14 | 64.3% | $111,904 | Las Vegas |
| Financial Managers | 14 | 100.0% | $146,386 | Las Vegas |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 14 | 78.6% | $80,000 | Las Vegas |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 12 | 91.7% | $173,600 | Carson City |
| Graphic Designers | 12 | 100.0% | $110,000 | Las Vegas |
| Project Management Specialists | 11 | 100.0% | $130,000 | Reno |
| Industrial Production Managers | 10 | 100.0% | $154,482 | Las Vegas |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 10 | 100.0% | $98,540 | Carson City |
| Producers and Directors | 10 | 100.0% | $131,130 | Las Vegas |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 9 | 77.8% | $160,000 | Las Vegas |
| Electrical Engineers | 9 | 88.9% | $110,000 | Reno |
| Management Analysts | 9 | 88.9% | $126,000 | Las Vegas |
| Surveyors | 9 | 88.9% | $98,200 | Carlin |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | 8 | 87.5% | $69,680 | Henderson |
| Musicians and Singers | 8 | 100.0% | $57,200 | Las Vegas |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | 8 | 100.0% | $106,038 | Carlin |
| Public Relations Specialists | 8 | 75.0% | $62,400 | Henderson |
| Treasurers and Controllers | 8 | 62.5% | $168,705 | Sparks |
| Art Directors | 7 | 85.7% | $100,000 | Las Vegas |
| Materials Engineers | 7 | 85.7% | $122,500 | Golconda |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 7 | 100.0% | $200,000 | McCarran |
| Operations Research Analysts | 7 | 100.0% | $137,217 | Winnemucca |
| Paramedics | 6 | 100.0% | $57,554 | Reno |
| Veterinarians | 6 | 100.0% | $167,690 | Las Vegas |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 5 | 80.0% | $115,000 | Las Vegas |
| Coaches and Scouts | 5 | 80.0% | $59,325 | Las Vegas |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 5 | 60.0% | $113,846 | Las Vegas |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | 5 | 20.0% | $52,000 | Las Vegas |
| Industrial Engineers | 5 | 100.0% | $120,000 | Reno |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | 5 | 60.0% | $47,840 | Las Vegas |
| Talent Directors | 5 | 100.0% | $50,000 | Las Vegas |
| Mathematicians | 4 | 75.0% | $105,275 | Las Vegas |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | 3 | 100.0% | $95,285 | Las Vegas |
| Exercise Physiologists | 3 | 100.0% | $149,205 | Las Vegas |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | 3 | 66.7% | $49,920 | Las Vegas |
| Human Resources Specialists | 3 | 66.7% | $75,000 | Las Vegas |
| Manufacturing Engineers | 3 | 100.0% | $120,000 | Sparks |
Top employers in Nevada
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in Nevada.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada Gold Mines | 79 | $120,000 |
| Redwood Materials | 31 | $140,000 |
| Aristocrat Technologies | 22 | $145,125 |
| Aussie All Star Productions | 12 | $50,000 |
| Orica USA | 12 | $145,849 |
| Vpma Global Services | 12 | $65,000 |
| Allegiant Air | 9 | $111,904 |
| Barrick Gold Of North America | 9 | $134,000 |
| Light Wonder | 9 | $400,000 |
| Ainsworth Game Technology | 8 | $162,800 |
| Spi Entertainment | 8 | $69,680 |
| Tesla | 8 | $125,000 |
| Wynn Las Vegas | 8 | $176,456 |
| Anglogold Ashanti North America | 7 | $200,000 |
| Golden Matrix Group | 7 | $84,000 |
Top cities
Cities in Nevada with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 415 | $119,829 |
| Henderson | 69 | $105,000 |
| Reno | 68 | $127,250 |
| Carlin | 39 | $128,000 |
| Elko | 30 | $137,000 |
| Crescent Valley | 27 | $109,000 |
| Carson City | 20 | $127,500 |
| Sparks | 19 | $140,000 |
| Winnemucca | 15 | $150,000 |
| Incline Village | 14 | $150,000 |
| McCarran | 14 | $155,000 |
| Golconda | 13 | $125,600 |
| North Las Vegas | 11 | $95,000 |
| Yerington | 10 | $128,500 |
| Tonopah | 7 | $97,240 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in Nevada.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 93 | 84.9% | |
| FY2021 | 93 | 86.0% | |
| FY2022 | 109 | 89.0% | |
| FY2023 | 108 | 84.3% | |
| FY2024 | 126 | 85.7% | |
| FY2025 | 160 | 93.1% | |
| FY2026 | 113 | 83.2% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in Nevada?
802 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in Nevada across all available fiscal years, with 87% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in Nevada?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in Nevada is $121,750, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in Nevada?
The top E-3 visa roles in Nevada are: General and Operations Managers (84 filings), Chief Executives (65 filings), Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers (42 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in Nevada?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in Nevada are: Nevada Gold Mines (79 filings), Redwood Materials (31 filings), Aristocrat Technologies (22 filings).
Can Australians work in Nevada on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and Nevada 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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