The EB-3 visa is an excellent option for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers seeking to settle in the United States. This article will provide you with a guide on the requirements, necessary evidence, and application process for this visa, so you can take the next step toward your goal of living and working in the U.S.
Who can apply for the EB-3 Visa?
The EB-3 visa is intended for three categories of workers:
1. Skilled Workers: Those with at least 2 years of experience or training in a specific occupation.
2. Professionals: People with a U.S. university degree (bachelor's degree) or its foreign equivalent.
3. Unskilled Workers (Other Workers): Workers who perform tasks that require less than 2 years of experience or training.
Each of these categories has its own requirements and evidence, which we will detail below.
Skilled Workers
If you are a skilled worker, you must have at least two years of experience or training in the specific area for which you are applying. Additionally, the position must not be temporary.
Required evidence:
- Labor Certification approved by the Department of Labor.
- Full-time job offer.
- Proof of work experience or academic documentation related to the position.
Professionals
This category is for those whose job requires a bachelor's degree. It is important to note that work experience cannot replace the required education.
Required evidence:
- Bachelor's degree (from the U.S. or its foreign equivalent).
- Labor Certification.
- Full-time job offer.
Unskilled Workers (Other Workers)
This option is open to people who perform jobs that require less than two years of training or experience. As with the other categories, the work must not be temporary or seasonal.
Required evidence:
- Labor Certification.
- Full-time job offer.
- Labor Certification from the Department of Labor
One of the fundamental requirements for the EB-3 visa is labor certification (Form ETA-9089), which must be approved by the Department of Labor. This certification confirms that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for the position, which is an essential condition for proceeding with the EB-3 visa application process.
Application Process
To apply for an EB-3 visa, your employer must:
1. Submit Form I-140, which is the Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker.
2. Demonstrate the ability to pay you the offered salary. This can be done through an annual report, tax return, or audited financial statement.
It is important that this process is handled carefully, as every detail counts in the evaluation of your eligibility.
Family of EB-3 Visa Holders
One of the benefits of the EB-3 visa is that, once approved, your family can accompany you to the U.S. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can apply for admission under specific family categories, such as E34, EW4, E35, or EW5. This means your family can live with you while you work in the country, offering an opportunity for family reunification in the U.S.
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