The EB-3 Visa Process: Step-by-Step Guide for Truck Drivers

What to Expect When You Work with Experienced Associates

If you're an experienced truck driver looking to move to the U.S. permanently, the EB-3 visa program is your legal path to a better future. At Experienced Associates, we guide you through every step – from employer interviews to final visa approval – ensuring your documentation is strong and your questions are answered.

Here’s what the process looks like from start to finish:

Step 1: Employment Verification

Before you're accepted into the program, we must verify your work history—not just for eligibility, but to meet government filing standards.

This includes:

• At least 2 years of verifiable over-the-road (OTR) experience

• A complete record of all employment for the past 10 years, including job titles, employers, and employment dates

• Employer references, driving logs, and/or pay stubs when available

This information is required for the 9089 filing with the U.S. Department of Labor, so accuracy and completeness are essential.

Step 2: Document Gathering

Once you're pre-approved, our team will guide you through gathering required personal and legal documents, such as:

• Valid passport

• Birth certificate

• Marriage certificate (if applicable)

• Driver’s license or national certification

• Resume and personal ID photos

We provide a detailed checklist and hands-on support so nothing gets missed.

Step 3: Employer Interview

You’ll meet with one of our trusted U.S. trucking partners for a formal job interview. This is a chance for them to confirm your skills and for you to ask about:

• Work schedule

• Pay structure

• Driver expectations

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional job offer, which is the foundation for your visa case.

Step 4: Form 9089 (PERM Labor Certification)

With your job offer and verified documents in hand, our legal team submits Form 9089 to the U.S. Department of Labor.

This step confirms:

• That there’s a real job available for you

• That no qualified U.S. workers are being displaced

• That your work history is consistent and verified

Timeline: About10–12 months, but it can take longer if audited.

Step 5: Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition)

After 9089 approval, we file the Form I-140 with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This petition confirms:

• Your employer's commitment to sponsor you

• Your qualifications for the role

• Your eligibility to immigrate under EB-3 status

You will also complete a medical exam and provide any additional requested evidence during this phase.

Timeline: About 6-12 months

Step 6: NVC Process (National Visa Center)

Once I-140 is approved, your case moves to the National Visa Center (NVC) for final processing and scheduling of your U.S. consulate interview.

You'll be asked to:

• Upload civil documents (e.g., birth certificate, marriage license)

• Complete a full personal history form (addresses, jobs, schools, etc.)

• Schedule and complete your final consulate medical exam

Timeline: About18–24 months for interview scheduling, depending on your country of residence

Final Step: Receive Your Visa & Relocate

Once you pass your interview, the U.S. consulate will issue your immigrant visa. You’ll travel to the U.S., complete onboarding and training with your employer, and begin your new career.

Shortly after arrival, you’ll receive your Green Card, officially granting you permanent residency.

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Experienced Associates has helped hundreds of drivers like you through this exact process. We're here to walk with you every step of the way.

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