In one sentence
EB-3 unskilled has no education requirement: a US employer offers a permanent full-time job and sponsors your green card, though the backlog is generally longer.
Who it suits
- Families without degrees who want to move to the US
- Parents who want their children to grow up and study in the US
- People willing to take the offered job and wait patiently for the backlog
Who it may not suit
- People on a tight timeline
- Those unwilling to do the sponsored job
- Families with children about to turn 21
Main requirements
- A permanent full-time job offer from a US employer
- The employer completes labour certification (PERM)
- You are able to perform the job
- Admissibility: no serious criminal record and a satisfactory medical examination
Timeline
| Step | Timing | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment and employer match | Varies | We confirm the employer, role and work location. |
| Labour certification (PERM) | Per Department of Labor timelines | Prevailing wage determination, recruitment and filing of the labour certification. |
| File I-140 | Premium processing about 15 working days | Once the labour certification is approved, the employer files the I-140; premium processing is available. |
| Green card stage | Depends on visa backlog | File I-485 or attend a consular interview when your priority date is current. |
Common myths
| Myth | Reality |
|---|---|
| Unskilled immigration is fast | The backlog is generally long, possibly several years. |
| Any employer will do | Verify the employer and that the job is genuine. |
| You needn’t work once you have the green card | You must genuinely intend to work for the sponsor. |
Checklist before you apply
- Verify the employer and the job
- Understand the expected backlog
- Calculate your children’s ages
- Prepare the family’s documents
Our advice
Verifying the employer and being honest about timing matter most. It’s a real opportunity, but it takes patience.
Every family’s background and timeline is different — book a free consultation and a consultant will assess your situation.
Learn more: US EB-3 Unskilled Worker