EB-3 Visa for Permanent Residence in the United States
The EB-3 visa is an immigrant category that allows foreign nationals to obtain permanent residence (Green Card) in the United States through a permanent job offer from a U.S. employer.
It is designed to meet real labor market needs across different skill levels, from university-educated professionals to experienced workers and essential labor.
What Is the EB-3 Visa?
The EB-3 visa is part of the employment-based permanent residence categories and requires sponsorship from a U.S. employer, as well as prior approval of the PERM labor certification.
The EB-3 is divided into three main subcategories, depending on the education and experience required for the position:
| EB-3 Professionals | Positions requiring a bachelor’s degree. |
| EB-3 Skilled Workers | Positions requiring at least 2 years of experience or training. |
| EB-3 Other Workers | Unskilled positions requiring less than 2 years of experience. |
How the EB-3 Visa Program Works
The EB-3 process primarily evaluates the employer’s genuine labor need, the job position, and the foreign worker’s eligibility.
At LOIGICA, we approach the process from two complementary perspectives:
- Employers seeking to fill permanent positions.
- Foreign workers seeking long-term immigration and employment stability.
For Sponsoring Employers
The employer must demonstrate that:
The position is permanent and full-time.
There are not enough qualified U.S. workers available.
The hiring will not negatively affect local wages or working conditions.
The process begins with the PERM labor certification before the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), followed by the immigrant petition with USCIS.
Access to foreign talent for hard-to-fill roles.
Long-term employee retention.
Compliance with U.S. immigration law.
Reduced workforce turnover.
Operating business in the United States.
Full-time, permanent job position.
Approved labor certification.
Proof of financial ability to pay the offered wage.
For Foreign Workers
Workers may only proceed with the EB-3 if they have a U.S. employer willing to sponsor the entire process.
Once the PERM and immigrant petition are approved, the worker may apply for adjustment of status or consular processing to obtain permanent residence.
Permanent residency in the United States.
Stable, long-term employment.
Family inclusion (spouse and children under 21).
Structured and regulated immigration process.
Sponsoring U.S. employer.
Education or experience according to the EB-3 subcategory.
Approved PERM process.
Compliance with general immigration admissibility requirements.
We guide both employers and workers throughout the entire EB-3 process, from strategy to permanent residency approval.
Job position and worker profile analysis.
PERM strategy, recruitment design, and execution.
Labor certification, ETA 9089 filing, and audit management.
Preparation and filing of the I-140 petition with USCIS.
Ongoing support through Green Card approval.
Get a solid strategy for your EB-3 visa and your path to a Green Card.
Frequently Asked Questions About the EB-3 Visa
Yes. It is an immigrant visa category that grants permanent residence.
It has lower academic requirements, but processing times may be longer.
Yes. Employer sponsorship is always required.
Yes. Your spouse and children under 21 may be included.
Mainly the education and experience level required for the position and the worker.