EB-2 vs EB-3 Green Cards
Both categories lead to permanent residence but apply to different types of workers. Schedule a ConsultationGreen Card for Professionals with Advanced Degree or Skilled Workers
EB-2 (Advanced Degree or Exceptional Ability)
The EB-2 and EB-3 categories allow U.S. employers to sponsor foreign workers for permanent residence through the PERM labor certification process.
EB-2 vs. EB-3
EB-2
The EB-2 category is generally used for positions requiring:
- A master’s degree or higher; or
- A bachelor’s degree plus five years of progressive experience.
EB-2 may also apply to individuals with exceptional ability in sciences, arts, or business.
EB-3
The EB-3 category applies to:
- Skilled workers;
- Professionals with a bachelor’s degree; and
- Certain other workers requiring less experience or training.
Several advantages
EB-3 (Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers)
The EB-3 category applies to a broader range of workers.
It includes three subcategories:
Skilled Workers
Jobs requiring at least two years of training or experience.
Professionals
Positions requiring at least a bachelor’s degree.
Other Workers
Positions requiring less than two years of training or experience.
EB-3 is often used for industries such as healthcare, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and other essential workforce sectors.
Qualifying Professional Position.
The PERM Process: Step-by-Step
Most EB-2 and EB-3 cases involve:
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- Prevailing Wage Determination (PWD)
- PERM Recruitment Process
- PERM Labor Certification Filing
- Form I-140 Immigrant Petition
- Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing
What USCIS and DOL Look For
PERM-based cases require careful compliance with Department of Labor and USCIS regulations, including:
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- Proper job requirements
- Recruitment compliance
- Ability to pay
- Employee qualifications
- Accurate filing strategy
Errors in recruitment, job descriptions, or filing procedures can result in audits, denials, or significant delays.
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How Our Firm Assists with EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship
At Carla Caballero Immigration Law, we assist both employers and professionals with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship matters, including:
- Evaluating eligibility;
- PERM strategy and recruitment planning;
- Prevailing wage analysis;
- Labor certification filings;
- I-140 petitions; and
- Adjustment of Status or consular processing.
Schedule a Consultation
Employment-based green card cases require careful legal and strategic planning from the beginning of the PERM process.
Schedule a consultation today to discuss eligibility, sponsorship strategy, and next steps for your EB-2 or EB-3 case.
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