What is EB Visa
Understanding EB Visa
The EB visa is a U.S. employment-based immigrant visa that allows foreign nationals to obtain permanent residency (Green Card) through a full-time job offer from a U.S. employer.
It is part of the Employment-Based (EB) Immigration system, which is divided into several preference categories (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4, EB-5).
Why EB-3 Visa
EB-3 vs. Other Employment-Based Visas
| Feature | EB-1 | EB-2 | EB-3 | EB-5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requirements | Extraordinary ability, managers | Advanced degree | Job offer (Skilled, Professional, Unskilled) | Investment ($800K–$1.05M) |
| Processing time | Fastest | Fast | Moderate–long | 2–5 years |
| Employer needed? | Sometimes | Usually | Yes | No (investment instead) |
| Green Card outcome | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (investor & family) |
