A genuine U.S. job
The program is built around a permanent, full-time, non-seasonal position with a U.S. employer.
EB-3 · OTHER WORKERS
A permanent-residence pathway built around full-time U.S. employment
EB-3 Other Workers is designed for permanent, full-time, non-seasonal roles that generally require less than two years of training or experience.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Understand the EB-3 program
EB-3 Other Workers offers an employment-based path to permanent residence through a genuine, permanent, full-time U.S. job.
Roles with limited training requirements
Other Workers generally covers roles requiring less than two years of training or experience.
Family may immigrate
A spouse and unmarried children under 21 may generally apply as derivative beneficiaries.
Coordinated support
Maya coordinates role matching and applicant communication, and works with the legal team so each stage is easier to follow.
THE JOURNEY
Six key milestones
Role match & initial review
Review the applicant’s background and work readiness, and confirm that the employer is offering a genuine, permanent, full-time, non-seasonal role.
Prevailing wage & recruitment setup
The employer generally obtains a prevailing wage determination, while counsel prepares the recruitment steps and records required by the Department of Labor.
PERM labor certification
After completing the required U.S. recruitment steps, the employer may file ETA-9089 with the Department of Labor as advised by counsel.
I-140 employer petition
After labor certification, the employer files Form I-140 with USCIS and provides evidence about the job, applicant qualifications, and employer.
Wait for visa availability
The case can enter the appropriate final stage only when the priority date meets the applicable monthly Visa Bulletin requirements. Cutoff dates may advance, remain unchanged, or move backward.
Final permanent-residence stage
Applicants abroad generally use DS-260 consular processing; applicants in the United States may file Form I-485 if independently eligible to adjust status.
DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
Get your documents organized early
Country, consular post, family relationships, and personal history can change the document list. Names, dates, and history should remain consistent across filings. Submit documents only when the employer, attorney, NVC, USCIS, or consular post provides instructions.
Identity & civil records
Valid passports and birth records; marriage, divorce, adoption, or parent-child records when applicable, with translations or certified versions required by the processing post.
Personal history records
Address, education, work, and immigration history; police, court, or military records depend on age, countries of residence, and case facts.
Job-qualification evidence
If the role has education, training, or experience requirements, prepare the corresponding certificates, transcripts, training records, or employer letters.
Medical & vaccination records
Follow the consulate or USCIS instructions for an authorized physician and bring available vaccination records; a routine physical does not replace the immigration medical exam.
Employer & job records
Recruitment records, prevailing-wage documents, labor certification, job details, and employer evidence are generally prepared by the employer and counsel.
APPLICANTS OUTSIDE THE U.S.
NVC & consular processing
After I-140 approval and when the case can proceed, NVC instructs the applicant to pay required fees, complete DS-260, and submit civil documents. The applicant then follows medical-exam and interview instructions from the embassy or consulate. Visa issuance is decided by the U.S. government.
APPLICANTS IN THE U.S.
I-485 adjustment of status
An applicant may file Form I-485 only when a visa is available and all adjustment requirements are met. Admission, status history, and employment history may affect eligibility; being physically present in the United States is not enough by itself.
GENERAL STARTING POINTS
Eligibility must be reviewed case by case
- A qualifying permanent, full-time job offer from a U.S. employer
- Any education, training, or experience the specific role requires
- Ability to perform the job and complete required screening
- Intent to enter a genuine employment relationship with the sponsoring employer
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is EB-3 Other Workers?+
It is part of the EB-3 employment-based immigrant category, generally covering permanent, full-time, non-seasonal jobs requiring less than two years of training or experience.
What jobs may qualify?+
Food service, hospitality, cleaning, warehousing, manufacturing, and construction support roles may qualify, depending on genuine employer demand and the specific job requirements.
Is a degree or fluent English always required?+
The category does not impose one universal degree or English-test requirement, but each employer may set language, experience, and ability requirements for the role.
Can approval or timing be guaranteed?+
No. Government agencies decide outcomes, and visa availability and processing times change. A responsible provider can explain the process and support accurate documentation—not guarantee results.
Can my family apply with me?+
Generally, a spouse and unmarried children under 21 may apply as derivatives, but each family member has a separate final-stage application, medical exam, civil-document package, and admissibility review.
Does I-140 approval mean I can immediately interview or file I-485?+
Not necessarily. The priority date, monthly Visa Bulletin, case path, and instructions from NVC or USCIS still control when the next step can occur.
When can I start working for the sponsoring employer?+
The applicable immigration process and work authorization generally must be completed first. The employer and attorney confirm the actual start date for each case.
What if the job or employer changes while I wait?+
A job or employer change may affect the case. Do not assume it is harmless; ask the licensed U.S. attorney responsible for the filing to review it promptly.
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