Virginia has hosted 984 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 84.2% certified. The median annualized wage is $117,226. The most-filed role is Software Developers, with Crosscountry Consulting as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in Virginia
132 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in Virginia.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | 121 | 93.4% | $120,000 | Ashburn |
| Management Analysts | 89 | 78.7% | $119,000 | McLean |
| Accountants and Auditors | 75 | 84.0% | $86,000 | McLean |
| General and Operations Managers | 50 | 80.0% | $90,000 | Alexandria |
| Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | 36 | 91.7% | $209,040 | Arlington |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 31 | 93.5% | $100,000 | McLean |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 30 | 93.3% | $202,883 | Arlington |
| Chief Executives | 28 | 78.6% | $290,000 | Chesapeake |
| Computer Systems Analysts | 28 | 96.4% | $100,121 | Mclean |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 20 | 80.0% | $124,712 | Reston |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 20 | 65.0% | $80,715 | Richmond |
| Electrical Engineers | 19 | 89.5% | $125,008 | Reston |
| Marketing Managers | 18 | 66.7% | $134,950 | Reston |
| Information Security Analysts | 17 | 94.1% | $151,500 | Herndon |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 16 | 93.8% | $153,729 | Verona |
| Computer Network Architects | 16 | 81.3% | $152,578 | Ashburn |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 16 | 87.5% | $145,679 | Ashburn |
| Construction Managers | 15 | 100.0% | $161,000 | Herndon |
| Operations Research Analysts | 15 | 73.3% | $100,000 | Arlington |
| Civil Engineers | 13 | 100.0% | $150,000 | Norfolk |
| Computer Programmers | 11 | 100.0% | $91,582 | Glen Allen |
| Database Architects | 11 | 90.9% | $129,500 | Herndon |
| Lawyers | 10 | 80.0% | $150,339 | Arlington |
| Coaches and Scouts | 8 | 50.0% | $43,900 | Ferrum |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 8 | 87.5% | $97,094 | Herndon |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 8 | 100.0% | $86,575 | Charlottesville |
| Sales Engineers | 8 | 87.5% | $110,000 | Richmond |
| Financial Managers | 7 | 100.0% | $170,000 | Arlington |
| Pharmacists | 7 | 100.0% | $153,275 | Alexandria |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | 6 | 100.0% | $112,244 | Sterling |
| Physicians and Surgeons, All Other | 6 | 16.7% | $67,808 | Charlottesville |
| Sales Managers | 6 | 100.0% | $200,325 | McLean |
| Art Directors | 5 | 80.0% | $95,000 | Glen Allen |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 5 | 100.0% | $149,594 | Ashburn |
| Database Administrators | 5 | 100.0% | $113,300 | McLean |
| Physicians, All Other | 5 | 40.0% | $54,995 | Charlottesville |
| Public Relations Specialists | 5 | 60.0% | $129,236 | Fredericksburg |
| Training and Development Managers | 5 | 60.0% | $92,830 | Woodbridge |
| Tutors | 5 | 60.0% | $41,190 | Manassas |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | 4 | 25.0% | $70,000 | Arlington |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | 4 | 50.0% | $52,530 | Charlottesville |
| Clergy | 4 | 75.0% | $62,130 | Burke |
| Graphic Designers | 4 | 75.0% | $61,360 | Virginia Beach |
| Human Resources Specialists | 4 | 100.0% | $72,431 | Oakton |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 4 | 50.0% | $171,834 | Aldie |
| Project Management Specialists | 4 | 75.0% | $110,000 | McLean |
| Statisticians | 4 | 50.0% | $135,750 | Arlington |
| Veterinarians | 4 | 75.0% | $100,250 | Leesburg |
| Web Developers | 4 | 100.0% | $114,376 | Arlington |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | 3 | 100.0% | $158,500 | Arlington |
Top employers in Virginia
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in Virginia.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Crosscountry Consulting | 113 | $101,000 |
| Amazon | 54 | $151,750 |
| Psa Airlines | 27 | $209,040 |
| 14 | $171,000 | |
| Bechtel | 13 | $157,956 |
| Ernst & Young | 13 | $100,000 |
| The University Of Virginia | 13 | $67,808 |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions US | 12 | $94,723 |
| Capital One Services | 9 | $123,947 |
| The Siegfried Group | 9 | $140,000 |
| Venture Global Lng | 9 | $210,000 |
| Deloitte | 8 | $106,200 |
| Moxie It Solutions | 8 | $87,050 |
| Transurban (USA) | 8 | $167,475 |
| Arts Letters Creative | 7 | $86,694 |
Top cities
Cities in Virginia with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| McLean | 174 | $102,000 |
| Arlington | 145 | $153,000 |
| Reston | 83 | $149,000 |
| Herndon | 77 | $129,500 |
| Ashburn | 58 | $125,539 |
| Alexandria | 39 | $151,500 |
| Richmond | 34 | $89,669 |
| Charlottesville | 31 | $85,000 |
| Virginia Beach | 26 | $99,000 |
| Fairfax | 25 | $97,406 |
| Tysons | 19 | $143,374 |
| Sterling | 18 | $110,150 |
| Manassas | 16 | $96,023 |
| Mclean | 14 | $119,120 |
| Norfolk | 13 | $113,413 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in Virginia.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 148 | 85.8% | |
| FY2021 | 128 | 89.8% | |
| FY2022 | 148 | 86.5% | |
| FY2023 | 132 | 83.3% | |
| FY2024 | 163 | 85.9% | |
| FY2025 | 160 | 77.5% | |
| FY2026 | 105 | 81.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in Virginia?
984 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in Virginia across all available fiscal years, with 84.2% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in Virginia?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in Virginia is $117,226, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in Virginia?
The top E-3 visa roles in Virginia are: Software Developers (121 filings), Management Analysts (89 filings), Accountants and Auditors (75 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in Virginia?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in Virginia are: Crosscountry Consulting (113 filings), Amazon (54 filings), Psa Airlines (27 filings).
Can Australians work in Virginia on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and Virginia 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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