The Employment-Based Third Preference (EB-3) visa is a type of employment-based immigrant visa that allows foreign workers to obtain permanent residency in the United States. It is designed for professionals, skilled workers, and other workers with less education or training than those eligible for the EB-2 visa.
There are three main categories under the EB-3 visa:
1. EB-3A: Skilled Workers
2. EB-3B: Professionals
3. EB-3C: Other Workers
EB-3A: Skilled Workers
This category is for foreign workers who have at least two years of training or work experience in a skilled occupation that is not temporary or seasonal.
Requirements
To qualify for an EB-3B visa, the following requirements must be met:
• At least two years of training or work experience in a skilled occupation
• Relevant post-secondary education may be considered as training when applying for EB-3B
• A job offer from a US employer
• Labor certification
EB-3B: Professionals
This category is for foreign workers who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and have a job offer for a position that requires at least a bachelor’s degree. The job offer must come from a US employer who is willing to sponsor the worker for permanent residency.
Requirements
To qualify for an EB-3A visa, the following requirements must be met:
• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent
A job offer from a US employer
• Labor certification
• Ability to perform a work for which qualified workers are not available in the United States.
• Ability to demonstrate that the foreign worker’s skills and experience are required for the position
EB-3C: Other Workers
This category is for foreign workers performing unskilled labor requiring less than two years of training or experience, not of a temporary or seasonal nature.
Requirements
To qualify for an EB-3C visa, the following requirements must be met:
• At least two years of work experience or training in a non-skilled occupationrequiring less than two years of training or experience but not of a temporary or seasonal nature.
• A job offer from a US employer
• Labor certification
In conclusion, the EB-3 visa is a great option for foreign workers who want to obtain permanent residency in the US. Each category has its own specific requirements, but all of them require a job offer from a US employer and labor certification from the DOL (Department of Labor). It is important for applicants to carefully review the requirements for their desired category and ensure they meet all qualifications before applying for the visa. With the proper preparation and documentation, the EB-3 visa can be a pathway to a successful career and life in the United States.
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