What to do if I’ve been in my musical field for many years now and am trying to come in under E3 but I have no degree?
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What to do if I’ve been in my musical field for many years now and am trying to come in under E3 but I have no degree?
Regarding the statement “specialty occupation requires theoretical and practical application of a body of knowledge in professional fields and at least the attainment of a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent”, would I still need some sort of paper degree? Is my life experience enough or is there another way without having to go back to school?
Asked on October 1, 2012 under Immigration Law, Utah
Answers:
Harun Kazmi / Kazmi and Sakata Attorneys at Law
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Hello. You can process with a degree equivalency. The USCIS states that for every 3 years of experience, you are equal to 1 year of university education. Thus, you would need 12 years to have a 4 year bachelor's degree equivalency. In addition, a degree must be required for the U.S. job offer.
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