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EB-3 Visa Representation in New Jersey

EB-3 Visa Attorney in Ewing Township, NJ

Employment-Based Green Cards for Workers & Employers in Mercer County

The EB-3 visa is the third preference category in the U.S. employment-based immigration system, designed for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers seeking lawful permanent residence through employer sponsorship. An approved EB-3 case leads to a green card and positions the holder to pursue U.S. citizenship over time. At Vindigni & Zeka Law Group, we assist workers and employers in Ewing Township, NJ with immigration matters, bringing the same responsive, personalized approach we apply to every client regardless of the complexity of their situation.

Our attorneys, Anthony J. Vindigni, Esq. and Sami Zeka, Esq., bring more than 30 years of combined legal experience to the cases they handle. Whether you’re an employee trying to understand your eligibility or an employer beginning the sponsorship process, we can walk you through your options at no upfront cost.

If you’re ready to assess your EB-3 situation, call Vindigni & Zeka Law Group at (609) 623-3323 to schedule your free initial consultation today.

EB-3 Eligibility: Three Subcategories, One Requirement

The EB-3 category covers three distinct groups of workers. Each has its own qualification threshold, but all three share the same foundational requirement: a permanent, full-time job offer from a U.S. employer and an approved PERM labor certification, a Department of Labor process demonstrating that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role.

EB-3 ELIGIBILITY
Three Subcategories
All require a permanent, full-time job offer & approved PERM labor certification.
Skilled Workers
Positions requiring at least two years of training or work experience. Relevant post-secondary education may count toward the two-year threshold. Role can’t be temporary or seasonal.
Professionals
Positions requiring at least a U.S. baccalaureate degree or its foreign equivalent as the standard entry requirement. Work experience can’t substitute for the degree in this subcategory.
Other Workers
Positions requiring less than two years of training or experience. Work must be permanent and full-time. Subject to stricter annual visa limits and typically longer wait times than the other two subcategories.

Because the employer initiates the sponsorship process, coordination between the employer’s obligations and the employee’s documentation is critical from the outset.

The EB-3 Process: From PERM to Green Card

The EB-3 path to permanent residency moves through several distinct federal stages. Each carries its own timeline, and errors at any step can trigger audits or delays that extend the process significantly.

THE EB-3 PROCESS
From PERM to Green Card
Timelines are approximate and subject to change. The full process commonly takes several years or more.
1
PREVAILING WAGE DETERMINATION
The employer requests a wage determination from the Department of Labor based on the position. This step can take several months depending on current DOL processing times.
2
PERM LABOR CERTIFICATION
The employer conducts a structured recruitment process to show no qualified U.S. workers are available. DOL review has historically taken well over a year in many cases; audits can extend this considerably.
3
FORM I-140 IMMIGRANT PETITION
The employer files Form I-140 with USCIS on the worker’s behalf, establishing the worker’s priority date. Standard processing takes several months; premium processing via Form I-907 can reduce I-140 review to 15 business days.
4
PRIORITY DATE & VISA AVAILABILITY
Approximately 40,040 EB-3 visas are allocated each fiscal year. A worker can’t proceed until their priority date is current on the State Department’s Visa Bulletin.
5
ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS OR CONSULAR PROCESSING
Workers already in the U.S. may file Form I-485 to adjust status. Those abroad complete consular processing at a U.S. embassy or consulate.

The full EB-3 process commonly takes several years or more, depending on subcategory, country of chargeability, USCIS backlogs, and whether the case is audited. These timelines are approximate and subject to change.

Derivative Status for Spouses & Children

An approved EB-3 petition may allow a worker’s spouse and unmarried children under 21 to apply for derivative visa status alongside the principal applicant. Spouses of skilled workers or professionals may apply under E34; spouses of other workers under EW-4. Unmarried children follow under E35 or EW-5 depending on the worker’s subcategory. Spouses may also be eligible to apply for an Employment Authorization Document while awaiting permanent residency. All derivative benefits are conditional on approval and subject to the same priority date and visa availability constraints as the principal applicant’s case.

EB-3 Representation for Ewing Township Workers & Employers

A process that can span multiple years demands an attorney who stays in contact, not just one who files paperwork. Google-verified client reviews, confirmed through Trustindex, describe our communication as “unmatched” and note that calls are answered promptly and updates are provided as soon as anything changes. That responsiveness matters throughout every stage of a federal immigration case.

No two EB-3 cases are identical. The employer’s industry, the worker’s country of chargeability, and the documentation requirements at each step all shape the strategy. We build our approach around the specifics of each client’s situation, not a standard template. Anthony Vindigni was recognized by NJBiz as a Leader in the Law in 2024 and has been selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list three consecutive years (2022, 2023, and 2024), a designation limited to no more than 2.5% of New Jersey attorneys. Sami Zeka refined his skills at several nationally recognized law firms before co-founding Vindigni & Zeka Law Group.

Start Your EB-3 Consultation at No Cost

Understanding where you stand is the right first step. Vindigni & Zeka Law Group offers free initial consultations for immigration matters so workers and employers in Ewing Township can assess their EB-3 situation without any financial commitment upfront. We’ll review your circumstances, explain what the process looks like for your specific case, and help you determine a clear path forward.

Call Vindigni & Zeka Law Group today at (609) 623-3323 to schedule your free consultation with an EB-3 visa attorney serving Ewing Township and the surrounding Mercer County area.

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