EB-3 Skilled Worker Green Card

For skilled workers, professionals and other workers.

Green Card (Permanent Residence)

Overview

EB-3 is the employment-based third-preference category for skilled workers (jobs needing at least two years of training or experience), professionals (jobs requiring a U.S. bachelor's degree) and other (unskilled) workers. A job offer and labor certification are generally required.

Who it's for

  • Skilled workers with 2+ years of training or experience
  • Professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree
  • Other workers in roles needing less than 2 years of training

Key points

PERM labor certification

Employer must obtain a DOL-approved labor certification.

Form I-140

Filed by the sponsoring U.S. employer.

Family

Spouse and unmarried children under 21 may be eligible to immigrate with you.

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