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Why Vietnamese workers choose EB-3 over other categories

April 29, 2026 4 min read By My Second World
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Why Vietnamese workers choose EB-3 is a question that reflects the actual choices of many people seeking to settle in the United States. Compared with other categories, EB-3 has features that particularly suit workers’ circumstances. This article analyzes why Vietnamese workers choose EB-3 based on conditions and feasibility.

Why Vietnamese workers choose EB-3: suited to those without large capital

Unlike investment-based categories that require large capital, EB-3 is employment-based. Workers do not need to make a large investment; instead, they rely on their own labor and skills. This is appealing to the majority of unskilled and skilled workers.

For people with average income, this is a far more feasible path to permanent residence than categories requiring strong finances.

Does not require a very high qualification level

EB-3 has an unskilled labor sub-group for jobs requiring little experience, along with a skilled sub-group for people with a trade. This opens the door to many people, including those without advanced degrees.

The immigration process also does not impose an English requirement on the applicant, lowering the barrier for those not proficient in the language. This is why many Vietnamese workers find EB-3 more attainable than other categories.

Aimed at sustainable settlement for the whole family

EB-3 leads to a green card and allows the spouse and children to settle together. The goal of long-term settlement for the whole family is a major motivation for many people choosing this category.

You should weigh your specific circumstances and consult official information on the EB-3 category to assess whether EB-3 suits your situation better than other categories.

Summary

Why Vietnamese workers choose EB-3: because this category does not require large capital, does not demand a very high qualification level or English at the immigration stage, and is aimed at sustainable settlement for the whole family. This is an attainable path for the majority of workers. You should weigh your own circumstances to confirm your choice.

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References

  1. USCIS — Employment-Based Immigration: Third Preference EB-3: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-third-preference-eb-3
  2. USCIS — Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants: https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants

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