Overview
The EB-3 employment-based third preference category provides permanent residence for three groups: skilled workers (jobs requiring at least two years of training or experience), professionals (jobs requiring at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its foreign equivalent), and other workers (positions requiring less than two years of training or experience). It is one of the most practical green card paths for workers sponsored by a U.S. employer.
The process
Most EB-3 cases begin with the employer obtaining a labor certification (PERM) from the Department of Labor, showing that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. The employer then files an immigrant petition (Form I-140), and the worker completes the process through adjustment of status in the United States or consular processing abroad once a visa number is available. Timelines depend on the subcategory and the worker’s country of birth.
How Do Law can help
We work with both employers and workers — structuring the recruitment and PERM process correctly, preparing strong petitions, and guiding each worker through to permanent residence. If you are an employer seeking workers or a worker with a U.S. job offer, contact Do Law to map the path ahead.