Skilled Workers
Skilled workers
At least 2 years of professional experience or training. Programmers, engineers, electricians, welders, cooks, medical technicians. No degree needed — documented experience is what counts.
The EB-3 visa — a US Green Card through an employer sponsor
An employment-based immigrant visa for skilled workers, degree-holding professionals, and other workers. No publications or awards needed — what matters is a job offer from a US employer and Labor Certification.
95% approval rate
Across our EB-3 cases since 2023. 2,143+ clients have received Green Cards with our support.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
I-140 petition approval or your money back. The terms are fixed in a signed and sealed contract.
Fixed price
The price is set before signing and never changes. PERM, the I-140, and consular processing — all included.
A Green Card for the whole family
Permanent status for you, your spouse, and children under 21 — all at once. No separate petitions for family members.
Three subcategories
What the EB-3 visa is and who it is for
EB-3 is an employment-based immigrant category that grants a Green Card to the whole family of skilled workers, degree-holding professionals, and workers without special qualifications. No scientific publications, patents, or extraordinary achievements are required — what matters is having a US employer sponsor.
The defining feature of EB-3 is the mandatory Labor Certification (PERM) process. The employer must prove to the US Department of Labor that no qualified American workers were available for the position. It is the longest stage (6-10 months), but Migrator handles PERM preparation and filing entirely for you.
Professionals
Degree-holding professionals
A US bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Accountants, teachers, marketers, engineers, nurses with a degree. Positions where holding a degree is a mandatory requirement of the job.
Other Workers
Other workers
No 2 years of experience or degree required. Assistants, caregivers, laborers. A separate annual quota — the visa bulletin backlog can be longer.
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Check if I qualifyEB-3 requirements
What it takes to get EB-3 approved — 7 key requirements
Unlike EB-1 / EB-2 NIW, EB-3 has no “3 out of 10” criteria. Here you need to meet every baseline requirement. What matters most is an employer sponsor and a successfully completed Labor Certification (PERM). Migrator handles PERM end to end — from the job description to audit defense.
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A US employer sponsor
An American company willing to act as the petitioner and go through PERM. It must prove its financial ability to pay the wage — through tax returns or audited financial statements.
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Labor Certification (PERM)
The US Department of Labor must confirm that no qualified American workers are available for the position. The employer posts job ads, interviews the candidates who respond, and documents the process.
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Education matching the subcategory
For Professionals — a US bachelor's degree or its equivalent (with a credential evaluation). For Skilled Workers — at least 2 years of training or experience. For Other Workers — no special requirements.
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Work experience in your field
At least 2 years of documented experience for Skilled Workers — employment records, reference letters, job descriptions. Other Workers need no experience; for Professionals it depends on the job requirements.
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Meeting the prevailing wage
The employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the position in the region — as determined by the Department of Labor. A salary below the prevailing wage means a PERM denial.
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A full-time, permanent position
The job must be full-time and permanent (not temporary or seasonal). Project-based contracts and part-time roles do not qualify for EB-3.
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A clean immigration record
No deportations, visa violations, serious offenses, or misrepresentations to USCIS. If you have prior visa denials — be sure to tell your attorney before the I-140 is filed.
Not sure you qualify for EB-3?
An attorney will review your profile and determine your subcategory — Skilled Workers, Professionals, or Other Workers. For free. You will learn which documents you need and how long PERM will take.
How it works
How to get a US visa in 7 steps — no chaos, no hunting down a dozen specialists
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Free visa assessment
You fill out a questionnaire, and our specialists analyze your case in detail to assess your real chances of approval. At this stage you already see which path is the most promising for you. We then contact you to schedule an online meeting at a time that suits you.
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Get startedTimeline
The full path to an EB-3 Green Card is 1.5-2.5 years. The longest stage is PERM (12-18 months with an audit).
| Stage | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Case assessment and contract | 1-2 weeks |
| PERM preparation and filing | 12-18 months |
| I-140 processing (standard) | 4-12 months |
| I-140 processing (Premium) | 15 business days |
| Consular processing or I-485 | 3-8 months |
| Total (standard path) | 1.5-2.5 years |
The longest and least predictable stage is PERM. The Department of Labor may order an audit, which adds 6-12 months. Speed depends on how complete the employer's documents are and how precisely the job is described.
Another factor is the visa bulletin. For Other Workers and applicants from heavily backlogged countries (India, China), waiting for a visa number can add another 1-3 years to the standard timeline.
Why Migrator
95% approval rate for our attorneys — with a money-back guarantee in the contract
Every case is handled by a licensed US attorney. The company takes on the financial risk — it is written into the contract.
* The 95% approval rate is an approximate figure based on approved cases across different time periods and visa categories.
Licensed US attorneys
Every case is handled by a licensed US attorney or accredited representative specializing in immigration law. Hundreds of approved EB-3 petitions.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
I-140 approval or a full refund — the terms are written into the contract. Migrator takes on the financial risk — this is not a marketing gimmick.
Fixed price
The price is set before the contract is signed. PERM, RFE responses, additional consultations, case adjustments — all included. Government fees are not included.
Available 24/7
In your personal chat: department head, supervisor, paralegal, case manager, and an AI bot. Weekly updates on your PERM and I-140 status.
Three rounds of document review
The coordinator checks completeness, the attorney checks legal strength, the senior partner checks case strategy. Your petition passes three filters before it reaches USCIS.
Support after your Green Card
We help with the consular interview, SSN, bank account, and choosing a state. We stay in touch for advice on next steps even after you receive your status.
Don't put it off
Start your EB-3 journey today — later it only gets harder and slower
PERM requirements keep tightening
The Department of Labor orders audits more and more often and demands more detailed documentation of the search for American candidates. Cases from 2024 will need stronger evidence in 2026.
PERM processing times are growing
Standard Labor Certification processing keeps getting longer. What used to take 8-10 months can now take 14-18. The sooner you start, the sooner you get a result.
The visa bulletin backlog
For Other Workers and applicants from India and China, the wait for a visa number takes years. Every month of delay is a month in line that stacks on top of the standard timeline.
The window for your family is closing
Children adapt more easily at 5 than at 12. It is easier for a spouse to restart a career at 35 than at 45. Every year of waiting is a year your family could have spent in the US with a Green Card.
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