EB-3 Visa

The EB-3 employment-based immigrant visa provides a pathway to U.S. permanent residence for qualified foreign workers through employment with a U.S. employer.

A Practical Pathway for Qualified Workers

The EB-3 category is designed for foreign nationals who qualify as skilled workers, professionals, or other workers and who have a qualifying U.S. employment opportunity. Unlike temporary work visa categories, EB-3 is an immigrant classification that can lead to permanent residence when all applicable requirements are satisfied.

Because the process involves both employment and immigration requirements, careful preparation is essential. The position must meet applicable requirements, the employer must satisfy its responsibilities, and the worker must demonstrate the necessary qualifications for the offered position. Depending on the specific EB-3 category, the process may also involve labor certification and other regulatory requirements.

SRC ECOPLASTIC FND VII, LLC helps clients understand how these components fit together and supports a structured approach to preparing an employment-based immigration case. Our focus is on eligibility, documentation, process coordination, and helping applicants understand the requirements associated with each stage of their immigration journey.

EB-3 Pathways We Support

Skilled Worker Pathway

For qualified workers with at least two years of relevant training or work experience, the EB-3 Skilled Worker category can provide an employment-based pathway to U.S. permanent residence through a qualifying full-time position.

Professional Employment

The EB-3 Professional category is designed for qualified professionals whose position generally requires at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent. We help clients understand the relationship between their education, qualifications, and the offered position.

Other Worker Opportunities

The Other Worker category may apply to qualifying positions that require less than two years of training or experience. We help applicants understand the applicable requirements and how the employment opportunity fits within the EB-3 framework.

Employer-Sponsored Immigration

EB-3 is generally based on a qualifying U.S. employment opportunity and employer sponsorship. We help coordinate the immigration process around the position, employer requirements, documentation, and applicable filing stages.

Understanding the EB-3 Immigration Process

The EB-3 process generally begins with identifying a qualifying employment opportunity and determining whether the worker and position meet the requirements of the applicable EB-3 category. For many cases, the U.S. employer must complete the labor certification process before an immigrant petition can be filed. This process is designed to establish that there are no sufficient qualified U.S. workers available for the position under the applicable requirements and that employing the foreign worker will meet the relevant regulatory standards.

Once the required employment and labor certification steps have been completed, the employer may proceed with the immigrant petition where applicable. The worker’s qualifications, employment position, supporting documentation, and other required evidence must be carefully prepared. After petition approval, the next stage depends on the applicant’s circumstances and visa availability. Applicants outside the United States may generally proceed through consular processing, while eligible applicants already in the United States may potentially pursue adjustment of status when an immigrant visa is available and all requirements are met.

SRC ECOPLASTIC FND VII, LLC approaches the EB-3 process as a coordinated immigration strategy rather than a single filing. We help organize the information and documentation required at each stage, identify potential issues that may require attention, and maintain a clear understanding of the relationship between the employment opportunity, the worker’s qualifications, and the immigration requirements. 

Our EB-3 Process

Step 1

We begin by reviewing your professional background, education, work experience, employment objectives, and relevant immigration circumstances.

Step 2

Your qualifications and proposed employment opportunity are evaluated against the requirements of the applicable EB-3 category. 

Step 3

Where required, the U.S. employer proceeds through the applicable labor certification process. The position and recruitment requirements must satisfy the relevant Department of Labor rules.

Step 4

After the applicable preliminary requirements have been completed, the employer may proceed with the employment-based immigrant petition and supporting documentation.

Step 5

Once the petition is approved and an immigrant visa is available, the applicant proceeds through the applicable immigrant visa process based on their circumstances. 

Step 6

The final stage may involve immigrant visa issuance and admission to the United States or, where eligible, adjustment of status. Successful completion can lead to lawful permanent resident status.

EB-3 Visa FAQ

1. What is the EB-3 Visa?
The EB-3 visa is an employment-based immigrant category for qualifying foreign workers. It generally covers skilled workers, professionals, and certain other workers who have a qualifying U.S. employment opportunity and meet the applicable immigration requirements.
Yes. EB-3 is generally an employer-sponsored immigration category. The U.S. employer plays a central role in the process and must satisfy the applicable requirements associated with the offered position and sponsorship.
Many EB-3 cases require an approved labor certification from the U.S. Department of Labor before the employer can file the immigrant petition. However, there are circumstances and classifications where labor certification requirements may differ. The specific requirements depend on the case and employment category.
4. What is the difference between EB-3 Skilled Worker, Professional, and Other Worker?
Skilled Worker generally involves a position requiring at least two years of training or experience. Professional generally involves a position requiring at least a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent. Other Worker generally applies to qualifying positions requiring less than two years of training or experience.
Generally, an eligible spouse and unmarried children under the applicable age limit may qualify as derivative beneficiaries of an EB-3 principal applicant, subject to the relevant immigration requirements.
Processing times vary significantly depending on the EB-3 category, labor certification requirements, employer circumstances, USCIS processing, visa availability, the applicant’s country of chargeability, and whether the applicant uses consular processing or adjustment of status. Visa availability can also affect when the final stages can be completed.

Take the Next Step Toward Your U.S. Career

An EB-3 case begins with understanding whether your qualifications and employment opportunity align with the applicable requirements. SRC ECOPLASTIC FND VII, LLC can help you understand the process and identify the key steps involved.

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