The United States offers many employment positions for foreign nationals who want to move to the US permanently for work and to live. You may be a skilled worker, unskilled worker (also known as other workers), or a professional and if you meet eligibility requirements, you may be granted an EB-3 green card.
Who Qualifies or is Eligible for the EB-3 for the United States?
The EB-3 third preference visa is for individuals, families, and businesses seeking permanent residency as a skilled worker, professional, or other workers, otherwise known as unskilled workers.
What is the EB-3 Visa?
The EB-3 visa, also known as the Skilled Worker Green Card is for employment-based immigrants who are either skilled workers, professionals, or other workers.
What are the Requirements for the EB-3 Visa?
Skilled Workers
To qualify as a skilled worker, you must have a minimum of two years of training or work experience. The job you have been offered must be temporary or seasonal and there must be no qualified US workers for the job.
Professionals
To qualify as a professional, you must have at least a US baccalaureate degree or a foreign equivalent that is the normal requirement for entry into the occupation. There must be no qualified US workers available for the job you will perform.
Unskilled Workers
To qualify as an unskilled worker, you must be capable of performing unskilled labor that requires less than two years of training or experience, that is not of a temporary or seasonal nature, for which qualified workers are not available in the United States.
What is the EB-3 Visa Processing Time?
Processing times for US visas vary depending on several factors:
- The office or service center responsible for processing the file
- The type of immigrant visa
- EB-1 visa interview wait times (if applicable)
- Whether the applicant can qualify for an expedited interview appointment
- Whether Expedited processing is available
- Whether Premium Processing is available
- Providing insufficient or incomplete documents can lead to delays in processing and even denials
Top 10 Reasons for Refusal of the EB-3 Application
While there are many reasons why your employment-based application could be refused, we have listed the top ten most common ones here:
- Current and or past immigration status and history for the US or abroad, including overstaying and unauthorized employment
- Insufficient funds to support themselves during their stay
- Incorrect or incomplete petition
- Insufficient supporting evidence
- Conflicts with travel documentation
- Health concerns
- Suspicious of malicious intent
- Problems with background check
- Criminal history/Being convicted of a crime/Suspected or known ties to terrorism
- Material Misrepresentation
The EB-3 Visa » Other FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use premium processing for my EB-3?
Yes, in most cases you should be allowed to expedite your application using premium processing. You will need to fill out a form called I-907 and pay a fee.
Can you work while waiting for the EB-3?
No, working while waiting for the EB-3 or the adjustment of status application from the EB-3 is not permitted, unless you have filed Form I-765 for a work permit or you are already in the US on a non-immigrant visa that permits you to work for a specific employer.
Can a US citizen sponsor a friend for a green card?
No, a US Citizen can only sponsor a spouse or unmarried children.
What is the EB-3 application fee?
There are several costs associated with the EB-3. Please consult one of our immigration professionals.
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