Question 1

What is the difference between EB-2 and EB-3?

Accepted Answer

The job's minimum requirement: EB-2 needs an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus 5 years; EB-3 needs a bachelor's, or 2 years of experience, or less.

Question 2

Do nurses need PERM recruitment?

Accepted Answer

No. Registered nurses and physical therapists are on Schedule A and skip the recruitment step, though the I-140 and wage rules still apply.

Question 3

Is there a cap for other workers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, 10,000 a year across all countries, which is why that wait is long.

Question 4

Can I move from EB-3 to EB-2?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with a new PERM and I-140 for a job that qualifies, keeping your earlier priority date.

Question 5

Can the employer change?

Accepted Answer

After 180 days of a pending I-485, portability allows a same-or-similar job; before that a new petition is generally required.

US immigration, explained