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Employment-Based Immigration: EB-3 Visa
At Impact Immigration Law Services, our Miami immigration attorneys help unskilled workers take the first step toward U.S. permanent residency through the EB-3 visa. If you’ve received a job offer in fields like hospitality, construction, caregiving, or agriculture, you may qualify for a green card—without needing a college degree or prior professional experience.
Need help applying for the EB-3 visa? Schedule your initial consultation today. Our team will review your offer, confirm your eligibility, and guide you through the process from start to finish—with personalized support in English or Spanish.
"Every job has value—and every worker has a right to pursue stability and opportunity. The EB-3 visa opens that door to a better future."
The EB-3 visa is a U.S. employment-based immigrant visa that provides a pathway to lawful permanent residency (green card) for foreign nationals seeking full-time work in the United States. It is ideal for individuals with job offers in occupations that may not require high levels of education or specialization. Unlike nonimmigrant visas like H-2B, the EB-3 visa leads to permanent status and offers long-term stability for workers and their families.
This EB-3 category is for individuals whose jobs require at least two years of experience or training. To qualify, applicants must have a permanent, full-time job offer from a U.S. employer and meet the specific requirements for the position. The EB-3 skilled worker visa is commonly used for occupations such as chefs, electricians, technicians, and medical assistants.
The EB-3 professionals subcategory is for individuals holding a U.S. bachelor’s degree—or its foreign equivalent—that is required for the position offered. Examples of qualifying roles include teachers, engineers, accountants, and business analysts. Work experience alone cannot substitute for the academic degree in this EB-3 visa category, making it essential that applicants meet the formal education requirement.
This is the most accessible EB-3 visa category and applies to full-time, permanent positions that require less than two years of training or experience. Common jobs under this classification include roles in hospitality, landscaping, caregiving, food service, warehouse operations, and construction. Because demand for these occupations is consistently high, the EB-3 unskilled worker visa presents a strong opportunity for individuals seeking to obtain U.S. permanent residency.
To be eligible for the EB-3 unskilled worker visa, applicants must meet several core requirements established by U.S. immigration law. First, you must have a permanent, full-time job offer from a U.S. employer in a position that requires less than two years of training or experience. You must also be physically able to perform the duties of the job, and there must be no qualified U.S. workers available to fill the role, as determined by the Department of Labor through a labor certification process.
At Impact Immigration Law Services, our EB-3 attorneys in Miami have helped applicants from various industries secure green cards through this category. Common qualifying positions include:
Housekeepers and hotel support staff
Restaurant workers, kitchen assistants, and dishwashers
Warehouse laborers, factory workers, and packagers
Landscaping, agriculture, and groundskeeping roles
Childcare providers and caregivers for the elderly
The EB-3 visa is an excellent pathway to permanent residency for individuals seeking long-term opportunities in the U.S. without needing a university degree or specialized credentials. Contact Us
Applying for the EB-3 visa involves several key steps that must be completed by both the sponsoring U.S. employer and the foreign worker. From labor certification to green card approval, each phase has specific legal and procedural requirements. Understanding the full EB-3 application process helps avoid delays and increases your chances of success. At Impact Immigration Law Services, our Miami-based immigration attorneys guide clients through every stage—ensuring compliance, clarity, and confidence from start to finish.
The EB-3 visa process begins with the U.S. employer obtaining a PERM labor certification through the Department of Labor (DOL). This step confirms that there are no qualified, willing, or available U.S. workers for the specific job being offered to the foreign applicant. The employer must conduct a series of recruitment efforts and document the results as part of the certification. Without an approved labor certification, an EB-3 unskilled worker visa petition cannot proceed, making this a critical foundation of your employment-based green card case.
Once the labor certification is approved, the U.S. employer must file Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, with USCIS. This petition formally identifies the foreign national as eligible for the EB-3 visa under the unskilled worker category and confirms the employer’s intent to offer the permanent, full-time job. A well-prepared I-140 petition—supported by the approved labor certification and evidence of the employer’s ability to pay—lays the groundwork for the green card process to move forward.
After USCIS approves the I-140 petition, applicants under the EB-3 visa category must wait for a visa number to become available, based on the U.S. Department of State’s Visa Bulletin. Your wait time depends on your country of birth and the current demand in the EB-3 visa queue. Countries with high application volume may face longer backlogs, while others move more quickly. Once your priority date is current, you can move forward to the final step of obtaining your green card through adjustment of status or consular processing.
Once your EB-3 visa priority date is current, you can apply for your green card. If you’re already in the United States, this is done through adjustment of status by filing Form I-485 with USCIS. If you’re living abroad, you’ll complete consular processing at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your home country. In both cases, this final step of the EB-3 visa process requires medical exams, background checks, and proof that you continue to meet the original job offer conditions. Our Miami EB-3 immigration lawyers assist with every stage to ensure a smooth and successful transition to lawful permanent residency. Contact Us
The EB-3 visa for unskilled workers offers a direct path to obtaining a U.S. green card and lawful permanent residence. It is one of the few immigration options available to individuals without formal education, advanced training, or a college degree—making it accessible to thousands of workers worldwide.
This visa allows applicants to live and work permanently in the United States, with the added benefit of including their spouse and unmarried children under 21 as derivative beneficiaries. It provides legal stability and opens the door to long-term professional and personal opportunities.
One of the greatest advantages of the EB-3 unskilled worker visa is its flexibility. You can apply from your home country or while legally present in the U.S., and no prior academic qualifications are required—just a valid job offer from a U.S. employer and a willingness to contribute to the American workforce.
Frequently Asked Questions – EB-3 Visa for Unskilled WorkersWith decades of experience and deep knowledge of employment-based immigration, our team at Impact Immigration Law Services is here to guide you through every step of the EB-3 visa process. We offer:
Legal support in English and Spanish
Offices in Brickell, Miami, with virtual consultations available
A deep understanding of labor certification challenges
A commitment to helping unskilled workers and their families achieve residency in the U.S.
Whether you’re in Florida, Latin America, or another part of the world, we’re ready to help you secure your EB-3 green card with confidence and clarity. Contact Us
At Impact Immigration Law Services, we offer an initial consultation designed to evaluate your eligibility for the EB-3 visa and guide you through your options with clarity. If you choose to move forward the same day and your case is ready, the consultation fee may be applied toward your full legal service.
No. A valid job offer from a U.S. employer is required. The employer must also go through the labor certification process to prove that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position before sponsoring you under the EB-3 visa program.
Yes, if your goal is permanent residence. The EB-3 visa for unskilled workers leads to a green card, while the H-2B visa is temporary and typically limited to seasonal or short-term jobs. Unlike H-2B, EB-3 allows your family to apply for green cards too.
The EB-3 green card timeline depends on various factors such as your country of birth, USCIS processing speed, and visa availability. On average, it takes between 1.5 and 3 years from the start of the labor certification to final green card approval.
Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can apply for green cards as derivative beneficiaries once your EB-3 petition is approved.
The EB-3 unskilled worker visa covers full-time, permanent jobs that require less than two years of experience. Common examples include caregivers, hotel housekeepers, construction laborers, food service workers, and agricultural staff.
Fluency is not required, but basic communication skills are often expected by employers. Stronger English skills may also improve your job placement and integration into the workplace once you arrive in the U.S
The EB-2 visa is for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability, and often requires a job offer and labor certification—unless applying under the NIW (National Interest Waiver). The EB-3 visa, especially for unskilled workers, is more accessible for individuals without formal education but still requires an employer sponsor.
Yes, but the process is not automatic. If you’re in the U.S. on an H-2B visa, your employer must initiate a new EB-3 petition, including labor certification and Form I-140. With approval, you may transition to permanent residency through adjustment of status.
Yes, for Form I-140. Premium processing can reduce USCIS adjudication time to 15 calendar days, but it does not expedite labor certification or visa availability. Our EB-3 immigration lawyers in Miami can advise if it’s right for your case.
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