Many U.S. businesses, from hospitality to healthcare, can’t find or keep reliable workers.
Turnover is high. Training is expensive. And even with job boards and staffing agencies, roles stay unfilled for months.
The EB-3 visa program offers a long-term, legal solution by allowing employers to sponsor qualified foreign workers for permanent roles. Let’s break down how it works, and why more companies are choosing it.
What Is the EB-3 Program?
The EB-3 is a U.S. employment-based green card program that allows businesses to sponsor foreign nationals for permanent, full-time roles.
There are three eligible worker types:
Skilled workers (2+ years of experience)
Professionals (jobs requiring a degree)
Unskilled workers (less than 2 years of training required)
Most U.S. employers who use EB-3 are filling unskilled roles, in industries like food service, hospitality, manufacturing, cleaning services, and logistics.
Why Is It So Valuable to Employers?
Unlike temporary visas (like H-2B or J-1), EB-3 offers stability.
Workers can stay long-term
Employers get permanent staff
Families can relocate together, reducing attrition
There’s no need to refile every year
It’s ideal for roles with chronic vacancies, especially in industries with high turnover.
How the Process Works for Employers
Here’s a simplified version of the process:
Job Offer
You must offer a permanent, full-time job at or above the prevailing wage.Labor Certification (PERM)
You advertise the role and show the government that no qualified U.S. worker is available. TADE handles the process and paperwork with your team.Immigrant Petition (I-140)
Once the Department of Labor certifies your application, we submit an I-140 petition to USCIS.Visa Issuance
If approved, the worker either adjusts status in the U.S. or attends an interview abroad to obtain a green card.
What Roles Qualify?
EB-3 works best for non-seasonal roles with consistent demand. Examples include:
Hotel housekeepers
Line cooks and kitchen prep staff
Warehouse packers
Cleaning crews
Laundry and textile workers
Caregivers and support aides
The key requirement: the position must be permanent and not require specialized training.
Common Questions from Employers
What if the worker leaves?
Most workers stay long-term because the green card is tied to your job offer. We also help vet candidates to reduce risk.
Can I sponsor more than one worker?
Yes. In fact, many of our clients develop multi-year EB-3 hiring plans to reduce reliance on unstable staffing agencies.
Why Choose TADE?
We make EB-3 easy, compliant, and practical. TADE supports you by:
Helping you define roles that qualify
Managing legal and documentation steps
Vetting and matching workers
Coordinating with your attorneys or providing referrals
Supporting worker onboarding and relocation
You focus on growing your business, we handle the rest.
Final Thought
If you’ve been cycling through unreliable workers and costly turnover, it may be time to build a workforce that stays.
The EB-3 program is an immigration program that helps create a smart workforce strategy.
