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What is a specialty occupation for E-3 visa purposes?

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A "specialty occupation" for E-3 visa purposes is generally an occupation which requires a bachelor's or higher degree in a specific specialty, such as a teacher, physician, computer programmer, engineer, accountant, etc. The more technical definition of a "specialty occupation" is an occupation which requires:

  1. A theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge, and
  2. The attainment of a bachelor's or higher degree in the specific specialty (or its equivalent) as a minimum for entry into the occupation in the United States.
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