Secure Your Future:
U.S. Careers with Permanent Residency
At EB3.Work, we simplify your journey to a U.S. career and Green Card. Our expert team specializes in EB-3 visas, connecting global talent with American employers.
The EB-3 program offers opportunities for professionals, skilled, and unskilled workers to find both jobs and new homes in the U.S. EB3.Work guides you from job search to visa application, partnering with diverse U.S. companies.
With EB3.Work, you're not just finding a job; you're starting a new life in America. Let us help you achieve your American dream!
How Long Does The EB3-Visa Process Take?
The entire EB-3 visa process currently takes about 3 years from start to finish. See the steps involved!
Step 1
PERM Labor Certification
This is the first step and often the most time-consuming.
The employer must obtain a labor certification from the Department of Labor (DOL), which involves proving that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for the job.
The processing time for PERM certification can vary widely, taking anywhere from 12 to 18 months.
Step 2
I-140 Petition
Once the PERM certification is approved, the employer can file an I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The processing time for the I-140 petition can range from approx. 15 days if using Premium Processing, to 6 months if using regular processing.
Step 3
Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status
The final step depends on whether the applicant is outside or inside the United States.
For those outside, consular processing involves obtaining a visa through a U.S. embassy or consulate, which can take several months.
For those already in the U.S., the Adjustment of Status process involves applying to change their status to that of a lawful permanent resident, which can also take several months to over a year.
Highlights of the EB-3 Unskilled Worker Green Card
Provides permanent residence in the U.S. for you and your dependent family members (spouse and children under 21)
The worker with permanent residency can travel freely.
For the EB-3 process, the employer is the petitioner, and the applicant worker is the beneficiary.
A Win-Win
for U.S. Employers & Foreign National Applicants!
The EB-3 visa offers a significant advantage to both employers in the United States facing labor shortages and foreign national workers seeking permanent residence.
This mutual benefit creates a “win-win” scenario. Here’s how:
Employers
Addressing Labor Shortages: Many sectors in the U.S. are experiencing severe labor shortages, especially in entry-level worker categories. The EB-3 visa allows employers to fill these gaps by hiring qualified foreign workers.
Global Talent Pool: Employers have access to a broader talent pool, bringing in diverse skills and perspectives that might be scarce domestically.
Long-Term Employment Solutions: Unlike some temporary work visas, the EB-3 provides a path for permanent residency for employees. This means employers can invest in these employees over the long term, without worrying about the limitations and renewals associated with temporary visas.
Employee Loyalty and Stability: When a company sponsors an employee for permanent residency, it often builds loyalty and reduces employee turnover, as the employees are likely to feel more secure and valued.
Foreign National Workers
Permanent Residency in the U.S.: The EB-3 visa offers a direct path to permanent residency, which is an attractive prospect for many foreign nationals seeking to live and work in the U.S. long term.
Career Opportunities: It opens up greater career opportunities, as they are not restricted to the limitations often imposed by temporary work visas.
Family Inclusion: As mentioned earlier, the EB-3 visa allows for the inclusion of immediate family members, which is a significant advantage for workers looking to provide a stable future for their families.
Access to U.S. Benefits: Permanent residency grants access to various benefits in the U.S., including education, healthcare, and eventually, the opportunity to apply for citizenship.
Security and Stability: Permanent residency offers more stability and security compared to temporary work visas, which are often subject to political and policy changes.
Overall Impact
Economic Growth: The EB-3 visa category helps fuel the U.S. economy by filling critical labor gaps and adding skilled workers to the workforce.
Cultural Diversity: It promotes cultural diversity in the workplace, which can lead to more innovative and inclusive work environments.
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