I received a job offer from a logistics company, a global forwarding company, an e-commerce logistics center, a transportation platform company, etc. for the position of logistics operation manager or dispatch/center manager, but I asked myself, “Will I be able to get an E-7 visa for this job?” There are many foreign job seekers who are worried.
Transportation-related managers (1512) are not just drivers or dispatchers,A managerial group that manages the logistics and transportation organization and establishes operational strategies.no see. Immigration is not an on-site driving or practical operation.Operational integration management responsibility and strategic authorityThe evaluation is based on .
Summary of key requirements from a job seeker's perspective
Establishment of logistics and transportation operation strategy
Dispatch system and route operation management
Logistics center operation and inventory flow management
Transportation cost, delivery date, quality management
Management of technician/center personnel and partners
This does not apply to simple truck drivers, dispatchers, or warehouse workers.
Immigration clearly distinguishes between “transportation practitioners” and “operations managers.”
E-7 (Special Activities, Professional)
D-10 (Job Seeking) → E-7 change application possible
Positive factors for those with experience in global logistics networks
In particular, experience in international logistics and overseas supply chain management (SCM) is a key factor in explaining the need for foreigners.
| division | Detailed requirements | check |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Major in logistics, distribution, management, trade, etc. or equivalent experience | ☐ |
| personal history | Experience in managing logistics center and transportation operations | ☐ |
| job level | Overseeing organizational unit operations rather than field work | ☐ |
| salary | Usually above the domestic average income (GNI) | ☐ |
| company requirements | Corporations operating normally, subscribe to employment insurance | ☐ |
| Foreigner Necessity | Demonstrated global transportation network and overseas transaction experience | ☐ |
In the transportation field, “distinction from labor positions” is a particularly important screening point.
| step | main procedures | key checkpoints |
|---|---|---|
| STEP 01 | Recruitment confirmed | Formal hiring decisions |
| STEP 02 | Conclusion of employment contract | Specify job duties and salary |
| STEP 03 | Write a job description | Clarification of overall logistics and transportation operation details |
| STEP 04 | Organization chart and permission settings | Specifies scope of responsibility for dispatch and center management |
| STEP 05 | Review salary requirements | Check salary level compared to GNI |
| STEP 06 | Check corporate requirements | Check financial statements, 4 major insurances, etc. |
| STEP 07 | Reasons for employment | Explanation of the need for overseas supply chain and international logistics |
| STEP 08 | Prepare supporting documents | Education/experience notarization and translation |
| STEP 09 | Apply for change of status | D-10 → E-7 application |
| STEP 10 | Screening and issuing | Change of residence status after immigration screening |
✔ Practical TIP
The job description must clearly include the expressions “establishing transportation strategy,” “SCM management,” and “overseeing center operations.”
Administrator authority must be made clear in the organizational chart so that it is not seen as a simple dispatch task.
Overseas logistics partners, experience in international transportation contracts are strong approval factors.
The salary level must be appropriate for the managerial position.
When the actual work is at the level of technician or field operation
Salary is at the level of a regular dispatcher
Appointment of a formal manager in small carriers.
Lack of logic for the need to hire foreigners
Immigration is more important than job title.Operational strategy responsibility and organizational integration management authorityThe review focuses on:
Transportation-related managers (1512) fall under the E-7 manager job category, but the key to approval is not field experience.Logistics and transportation operation strategy and organizational management responsibilityno see.
To increase your chances of approval:
Authority structure in organizational chart
Manager salary level
Global Supply Chain Needs
Company sales and shipping volume
You must prepare systematically.
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