Are you interested to work in the US and practicing your nursing profession? Many foreign nurses transfer to the United States for better living and working opportunities. For nurses wishing to immigrate to the US, an employment-based visa is the most appropriate choice. Here’s what you need to know if you wish to apply for this type of visa and fulfill your dreams of living in the United States

Why Nurses Chose To Work In The US

The pay for nurses is more competitive in the United States as compared to developing countries. One of the simplest explanations for why a certified nurse makes so much is supply and demand. The greater the demand for qualified and trained registered nurses, the more probable they will be paid more.

What Is EB3 Visa Category?

If you are a skilled worker, professional, or other worker, you may be qualified for this immigrant visa priority category.

"Skilled employees" are people who work in positions that need at least two years of training or experience and are not temporary or seasonal. The skilled worker must meet the employment opportunity's educational, training, or experience requirements. Training can include relevant post-secondary education.
Persons who are members of the professions and have a job that needs at least a baccalaureate degree from the US.
The "other workers" subcategory is for people who do unskilled labor. They don't need more than two years of training, education, or experience and isn't temporary or seasonal.

Procedure for Submitting an Application

A Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, must be filed by your employer (petitioner). Your employer must be able to demonstrate a continued ability to pay the promised wage as of the priority date as part of the application process. 

Can Your Family Join You In Your Visa Application?

If your petition is approved, your spouse and minor unmarried children under the age of 21 may apply for immigrant visas with you. They, too, must fill out the required application forms. They need to pay the fees and submit to medical examinations. Same-sex spouses of U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) are now entitled to the same immigration advantages as opposite-sex spouses. The same with minor children. Consular officers in the United States Upon receipt of an authorized I-130 or I-140. Meanwhile, embassies and consulates will adjudicate their immigrant visa petitions.

Visa Application and Fees

The petition is submitted to the National Visa Center after USCIS accepts it (NVC). The petition will be assigned a case number by the NVC after it has been received. The applicant's case will be pre-processed by the NVC, which will provide information on how to pay the fees. The NVC will request that the applicant provide the relevant immigrant visa documentation. This includes application forms, civil documents, and more after the appropriate costs have been paid. Learn more about the visa case processing at the National Visa Center.

As the nursing crisis affects hospital staff across the United States, international nurses are more than ever a highly in-demand profession. If you want to work in America, follow these steps and you'll be able to realize your dream of becoming a registered nurse in the United States.

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