As the EB3 employment-based immigration program becomes increasingly popular, EB3-related scams are also becoming more common. Many workers have lost money, wasted valuable time, or encountered serious difficulties during the immigration process because they chose the wrong consulting company.
In reality, most risks do not originate from the EB3 program itself but rather from a lack of information or trust in unrealistic advertising claims.
So what warning signs should workers be aware of when researching the EB3 program?
Unrealistic Promises About Processing Time
One of the easiest warning signs to identify is when a company guarantees an unusually fast timeline.
Today, an EB3 case typically goes through multiple stages, including PERM, I-140, the Visa Bulletin, NVC processing, and the immigrant visa interview. Each stage depends on review processes conducted by U.S. government agencies.
Therefore, no company can accurately guarantee the exact date a visa will be issued or when an applicant will depart for the United States.
If a program advertises extremely short processing times or makes definite promises regarding approval timelines, workers should conduct additional research before making a decision.
No Clear Information About the U.S. Employer
The employer is one of the most important components of an EB3 case.
However, some agencies only provide general descriptions of a job without offering clear information about the employer or the actual work environment.
Workers should always find out:
● who the employer is
● where the job is located
● what the working environment is like
● whether the position genuinely exists
A transparent immigration process always begins with clear information.
Focused Only on Collecting Fees
Another warning sign of an EB3 scam is when the company focuses mainly on signing contracts and collecting fees without properly explaining the immigration process.
Workers should clearly understand:
● the different stages of case processing
● estimated timelines
● responsibilities of each party involved
● factors that may affect the process
If every discussion revolves only around costs and payments without providing meaningful professional guidance, that should be considered a red flag.
No Immigration Attorney Involved
For the EB3 program, immigration attorneys play an important role in handling legal matters in the United States.
Workers should understand:
● which law firm or attorney is responsible for the case
● at what stage the attorney becomes involved
● how the coordination process works
A transparent process typically allows clients to clearly understand the role of every party involved in their case.
Advertisements Claiming “Guaranteed Approval” or “100% Success”
No immigration case can ever be guaranteed.
The final outcome of an EB3 case depends on:
● the applicant’s qualifications
● the employer
● U.S. government regulations
● and many other external factors
Therefore, advertisements claiming:
“guaranteed approval”
“100% success rate”
“guaranteed visa issuance”
are statements that workers should approach with extreme caution.
What Should Workers Do?
Before joining any program, workers should take the time to carefully research:
● the consulting company
● the employer
● the immigration attorney
● the processing procedure
● all related costs
Making the right decision from the beginning can significantly reduce risks throughout the long immigration journey ahead.
Conclusion
EB3 scams do not always appear in obvious forms. In many situations, the risk comes from attractive promises that lack a realistic foundation.
When researching the EB3 program, the most important factors are not only costs or processing times, but also the transparency of the employer, the immigration process, and the support team behind the case. Taking the time to verify information before making a decision can help workers protect their interests and build a safer long-term immigration plan.
