EB3 Visa Requirements

Must be machine-readable and undamaged. Provide clear copies of all pages, including any previous passports if relevant. Cross-reference with visa application form.

Include visa pages, I-94 records, and prior petition approvals. Required if applicant has previously held US status. Ensure legibility and completeness.

Police clearance certificates from all countries where applicant has lived for 6 months or more since age 16. Required for certain countries and may be requested by consular officer.

Ensure all fields are accurately completed for EB3 category. Must be signed by the petitioner and dated within 60 days of submission. Include all required supplements and attachments.

Required for all EB3 categories. Must be approved by DOL and include all supporting documentation. Labor certification must be valid and not expired at time of I-140 filing.

Required for all EB3 categories. Must detail position, salary, duties, and duration. Should be on company letterhead and signed by authorized representative.

Job description must specify roles, required qualifications, and how the position qualifies for the specific EB3 category. Should be on company letterhead and signed by HR or relevant manager.

Include job descriptions, responsibilities, achievements, and progression. Must demonstrate relevant experience in the field and meet the specific requirements for the EB3 category.

Include all post-secondary degrees and transcripts. For EB3-B, must demonstrate bachelor's degree or equivalent. If degree is from outside the US, provide credential evaluation from NACES-approved agency. All documents not in English must be accompanied by certified translations.

For EB3-A: at least 2 years of training or experience. For EB3-B: bachelor's degree or equivalent. For EB3-C: less than 2 years of training or experience. Provide detailed documentation of relevant experience.

Include any relevant training certificates, professional development courses, or specialized training that supports the EB3 category requirements. Important for EB3-A skilled workers.

Include any required professional licenses, certifications, or registrations for the specific profession. Some professions require specific licenses to practice in the US.

Provide prevailing wage determination used for labor certification filing, along with evidence supporting wage level (such as job postings, salary surveys, or industry benchmarks).

Include documentation of recruitment efforts conducted as part of the labor certification process, including job postings, advertisements, and evidence of no qualified US workers available.

All documents not in English must be accompanied by certified translations. Translations must include certification statement, translator's credentials, and signature.

Prepare for consular interview with knowledge of EB3 category requirements, evidence of qualifications and experience, and be ready to answer detailed questions about the petition.

Include Articles of Incorporation, business licenses, tax ID, financial statements, and evidence of business legitimacy. Demonstrates the petitioner's ability to support the EB3 beneficiary.

Chart should show the beneficiary's placement in the company hierarchy and reporting relationships. Must demonstrate the professional or skilled nature of the position.

Required if beneficiary is currently in the US and employed. Submit consecutive pay stubs showing employer name, pay period, gross/net pay, and deductions. Scans must be clear and unaltered.

Strongly recommended for those seeking EB3 extension or change of employer. Include signed federal tax returns (Form 1040), all W-2s, and any 1099s. Supports maintenance of status and continuous employment.

Medical examination by approved panel physician if required by specific consulate or for adjustment of status. Not required for all EB3 applications but may be requested for certain circumstances.