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Your Skills Are Worth a U.S. Green Card.

You've spent years mastering your trade. The EB-3 Skilled Worker Visa is the U.S. government's employment-based route for experienced workers like you — leading directly to permanent residency.
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VISA QUICK FACTS

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Visa Category EB-3 (3rd Preference)
Min. Experience 2+ years training / work
Degree Required? No — not required
Employer Needed? Yes — we find yours
Family Included? Yes — spouse + children u/21
Wage Protection U.S. prevailing wage
Final Outcome 🇺🇸 U.S. Green Card
No degree required. If your job needs 2+ years of training or experience, you likely qualify — even without a university education.
Skilled vs. Unskilled — What's Different

The Skilled Category Is Built for Your Level

The EB-3 has two tracks. The Skilled Worker category is specifically for people with proven expertise — those who’ve invested years developing a trade, technical skill, or profession. It recognises that experience, not just a degree, has real value.

If you’ve put in the time, the U.S. immigration system has a pathway designed to reward that.

Experience Is Your Credential

2+ years in your field is your qualification. Vocational training, apprenticeships, and on-the-job experience all count.

Prevailing Wage Protection

Your employer must pay the government-set prevailing wage for your role — protecting your income from day one in the U.S.

Career Mobility After Approval

Once your Green Card is secured, you're free to advance, change employers, or explore opportunities across any U.S. state.

Full Family Sponsorship

Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 receive Green Cards alongside you — no separate applications needed.
Skilled Trades That Qualify

Is Your Trade on the EB-3 List?

These are some of the most common skilled occupations we place. If yours isn't listed, it may still qualify — ask us.

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Electricians

Licensed or experienced residential and commercial electricians

2+ yrs required
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Plumbers & Pipefitters

Installation, maintenance, and repair of pipe systems

2+ yrs required
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Auto Mechanics

Vehicle diagnostic, repair, and maintenance technicians

2+ yrs required
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Experienced Cooks & Chefs

Professional kitchen experience in any cuisine or concept

2+ yrs required
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Carpenters & Masons

Structural, finish, and specialty carpentry and masonry

2+ yrs required
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HVAC Technicians

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning installation & repair

2+ yrs required
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CNC & Machine Operators

Precision machining, CNC programming, and quality control

2+ yrs required
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Healthcare Support

Medical assistants, dental aides, lab and phlebotomy techs

2+ yrs required
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Welders & Fabricators

Structural and precision welding across industries

2+ yrs required
Eligibility Requirements

What You Need to Qualify

These are the core requirements for the EB-3 Skilled Worker Visa.
Meet them, and you have a real path to a U.S. Green Card.

Minimum 2 Years of Experience

In any skilled trade, technical role, or occupation requiring training. Work experience counts — a degree does not have to.

U.S. Employer Sponsor

A U.S. employer must offer you a permanent, full-time role and file your petition. We match you with 400+ vetted sponsors.

Permanent, Full-Time Position

The job offer must be for a permanent, ongoing role — not seasonal, part-time, or temporary work.

Clean Background & Medical Exam

Standard requirements for all U.S. immigrant visa applicants. The process is straightforward for most applicants.

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From Skilled Workers Who Made It

Real People. Real Green Cards.

I worked as an auto mechanic for 8 years back home. I knew I had the skills — I just didn't know America was an option. eb3pathway showed me exactly how, matched me with an employer, and walked with me until I landed. Today I'm in the U.S. and I haven't looked back.
Sudeep Karki
Auto Mechanic — Nepal → United States
I had tried twice before with other consultants and failed. With eb3pathway, everything was different — organized, professional, and honest. They found me an employer, prepared my interview, and never disappeared. My Green Card came through, and my family is with me now.
Sana Khalid
Skilled Worker — Pakistan → Texas, USA
Take the First Step

Your Skills Built Your Career. Now Let Them Build Your Future.

Get a free eligibility check from our EB-3 specialists. Know exactly where you stand before committing to anything.

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