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