EB-1, EB-2 & EB-3 Green Card Options for Professors & Researchers (Ⅵ)
EB-3 Skilled or professional workers:
A category that will not be overly utilized for professors and researchers, but which nonetheless should be considered, is for skilled workers, professionals and other workers. While eligibility requirements for the EB-3 classification are less stringent than the EB-1 and EB-2 classifications, one should be aware that a long backlog exists for visas in the skilled workers, professionals, and other workers category.
The EB-3 classification includes:
1. Aliens with at least two years of experience as skilled workers;
2. Professionals with a baccalaureate degree; and
3. Other workers with less than two years experience, such as an unskilled worker who can perform labor for which qualified workers are not available in the
Skilled worker positions are not seasonal or temporary and require at least two years of experience or training. The training requirement may be met through relevant post-secondary education. The Labor Certification application states the job requirements, which determine whether a job is skilled or unskilled.