Eligibility Requirements

• Job Offer: The applicant must have a job offer from a U.S. employer.
• Labor Certification: The U.S. employer must obtain a labor certification from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) before filing the EB-3 petition.
• Qualifications: The applicant must meet the qualifications for the job, including education, training, and experience.

EB-3 Visa Categories

The EB-3 visa program has three subcategories:

Skilled Workers

For foreign nationals with at least 2 years of work experience or training in a specific occupation.

Professionals

For foreign nationals with a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent in a specific profession.

Unskilled Workers

For foreign nationals with less than 2 years of work experience or training in an unskilled occupation.

Benefits

• Path to Green Card: The EB-3 visa program provides a path to permanent residency in the United States.
• Work Authorization: EB-3 visa holders are authorized to work in the United States.
• Family Sponsorship: EB-3 visa holders may sponsor their spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21 for permanent residency.

Limitations

• Annual Visa Limits: The EB-3 visa program is subject to annual visa limits, which can lead to retrogression and delays.
• Long Processing Times: The EB-3 visa program has long processing times, which can take several years.
• Labor Certification Requirements: The labor certification process can be complex and time-consuming.