How to Move to Australia from the USA Have you been dreaming of experiencing life "down under"? Looking to take on a career or study opportunity? Or just wondering "Can I move to Australia?" This post will cover everything you need to know about migrating to Australia from the USA including: Can a
Visas for Australians to Work in the United States
The United States has several different types of visas that allow for non-Americans to live and work in the US. Australian citizens are in a beneficial position because Australia and the United States have an arrangement that allows only Australian citizens to have access to the E-3 Specialty
E-3 Visa Renewals and Extensions
E-3 Visa Renewals and Extensions Renewing your E-3 visa can be a confusing and stressful process and its complexity has only increased with travel restrictions and increasing delays at U.S. consulates. When deciding whether to renew your E-3 visa, extend your status from inside the U.S., or transfer
How Can I Move to the USA from Australia?
Wanting a New Start in the USA? If you have been wondering, how can I move to the USA from Australia? it begins with acquiring a US Visa for an Australian Citizen, or a US Permanent Resident (Green) Card. Both of these options allow Australians to live an work in the US on either a temporary basis
Travel Tips | United States and Australia
We've been receiving a lot of questions about passports, visas and people wanting to ensure smooth traveling after not being able to do so for the previous few years, so we have complied a guide important information and travel tips for traveling between the U.S. and Australia post pandemic. Are
E-3 Visa Renewal Tips | Understanding Passport, I-94 and LCA Validity
Understanding the time frame and requirements for renewing an E-3 visa allows you to coordinate your travel to attend an E-3 renewal appointment, or if returning to Australia, use the convenient the mail-in option. In this post we discuss the key factors that determine your legal status in the
Expedited E-3 Processing
USCIS Premium Processing Service for E-3 Petitions In 2021, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) announced they would expand their premium processing service for E-3 petitions for Australians in specialty occupations. The change in policy greatly assists Australian citizens who are
Amending Current E-3 Visas and Changing Employers
Amending an E-3 Visa and Changing Employers In this post Worldwide Migration Partners will discuss the process of amending an E-3 visa and changing employers within the United States, or at a US Consulate. Amending your E-3 for a New Position or Employer within the United States Applying for a
Congratulations to Jeremy and his wife Fah on their recent Australian citizenship!
Congratulations to our Senior US Attorney Jeremy and his wife Fah on their recent Australian citizenship! The pair celebrated their citizenship ceremony on March 27, 2023. Jeremy is originally from the US, and Fah is from Thailand. They arrived in Australia together on Christmas Eve, 2016 and Jeremy
WMP Immigration Update May 2022
Welcome to the Worldwide Migration Partners immigration update. I'm Melissa Vincenty, and I'm the managing director of Worldwide Migration Partners. So many of you are eager to get back to international travel - I wanted to provide a quick update on the changes to the process, so you can better
Marriage Green Cards for Spouses of U.S. Citizens
Marriage Green Cards For U.S. Permanent Residency For U.S. citizens who marry a foreign national and want to live permanently together in the United States, a marriage green card will be necessary. A U.S. green card provides lawful permanent residency enabling the holder to live and work freely
U.S. Consulate Sydney Delays Reopening
U.S. Consulate Sydney Remains Closed For Move Since June, when Sydney entered its latest lockdown, the U.S. Consulate in Sydney has been closed for routine visa processing services and U.S. Citizen Services have been drastically reduced. In addition, emergency appointments for Non-Immigrant Visas
Vaccination and Quarantine Requirements For Travel to Australia – Nov 2021
Quarantine is no longer required for returning vaccinated Australian residents, citizens, and their immidiate family memebers From Nov. 1, 2021, fully vaccinated people will be able to travel to Australia without quarantining if they are: An Australian citizen An Australian permanent resident
U.S. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for ALL Inbound Travelers – Oct 2021
The U.S. will require all adult visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for entry, beginning Nov 8, 2021 The U.S. has provided significant new guidance related to travel to the U.S. in light of COVID-19. The most recent of these changes is the Biden Administration announcement of the
NSW to Remove Quarantine Requirements for Australian Citizens & Residents
In a surprise announcement, the NSW state government will be scrapping all quarantine measures as of November 1, 2021. Under the announced measures, hotel and home quarantine will no longer be required for double-vaccinated people entering NSW, including Australian citizens, residents and their
Australian Travel Exemptions During The Pandemic
Australia's International Travel Ban and Exemptions for Eligible Applicants Are you looking to relocate your family back home to Australia? Are you expecting to move overseas for a new job or to expand your business? Are you needing to visit unwell loved ones from your home country but are unsure
U.S. to Ease International Travel Restrictions November 2021
Biden Administration to Ease COVID Travel Restrictions for More than 30 Countries White House coronavirus response coordinator Jeff Zients has announced that starting in November, foreign nationals will once again be permitted to fly to the U.S. Travellers from previously banned international
President Biden Ends Immigrant Visa Ban [UPDATE]
Trump Era Visa Bans Rescinded by President Biden On February 24, 2021, U.S. President Biden rescinded what has come to be known as the Immigrant Visa Ban or the Presidential Proclamation 10014 previously issued by former President Trump. Former President Trump issued the Immigrant Visa Ban on