EB-3 Skilled Worker Green Card
The EB-3 category provides a path to permanent residency for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers through employer sponsorship.
Processing Overview
PERM Process
6-18 months certification
I-140 Petition
6-8 months standard
Broad Eligibility
Various skill levels
Detailed Information
Eligibility Categories
EB-3 covers skilled workers (2+ years training), professionals (bachelor's degree), and other workers (less than 2 years training).
Key Requirements
Permanent full-time job offer from U.S. employer, approved PERM labor certification, and qualifications meeting the job requirements.
Application Process
Employer obtains PERM certification, files I-140 petition, then beneficiary files I-485 or goes through consular processing.
Processing Timeline
PERM: 6-18 months. I-140: 6-8 months standard. I-485: varies by country, significant backlogs for India/China.
Benefits
Permanent residency for family, work authorization for spouse (EAD), pathway available for various skill levels.
Considerations
Lengthy PERM process, employer dependent, visa backlogs may extend timeline, job portability rules apply.