EB-3
The EB-3 category allows U.S. employers to sponsor skilled workers, professionals, and other qualifying employees for permanent residence. Most cases require labor certification to confirm workforce availability.
Cohen Visa advises employers and employees on recruitment compliance, eligibility, and green card strategy under the EB-3 category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EB-3
Labor certification (PERM) is a process where the employer must demonstrate to the Department of Labor that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for the position. Most EB-3 cases require this step before the employer can sponsor the employee for permanent residence.
EB-3 covers skilled workers (at least 2 years of experience), professionals (bachelor's degree), and other workers (less than 2 years of experience). U.S. employers sponsor qualifying employees for permanent residence.
Processing times vary based on visa availability, priority date, and country of chargeability. The Visa Bulletin determines when applications can proceed. Cohen Visa advises clients on recruitment compliance, eligibility, and green card strategy under the EB-3 category.
Yes. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be included as derivatives in the green card application. They will receive the same priority date as the principal applicant.