The EB-3 Visa is an employment-based visa that offers permanent residency in the United States for skilled workers and professionals, providing a direct path to a green card.
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Overview
The Nurses Guide (Private) Limited provides structured guidance for international registered nurses who are interested in pursuing U.S. employment opportunities through EB-3 visa sponsorship via trusted recruitment agencies.
This pathway is designed for qualified nurses who typically meet requirements such as a BSN or nursing diploma, valid RN license, clinical bedside experience in a hospital setting, and strong English communication skills.
Our focus is to ensure nurses are well-prepared, informed, and confident while pursuing long-term career opportunities in the United States healthcare system.
We do not directly issue visas or sponsorships. Instead, we help nurses understand requirements, prepare effectively, and connect with verified pathways.
Through our guidance support, we assist candidates at each stage by providing:
Step 1
Once your contract is received, The Nurses Guide will reach out to you to introduce our team and collect the required information to begin your process. We guide you at every step from the very beginning.
Step 2
The Credential Evaluation Report is required to obtain State Board approval. This report confirms that your nursing education is equivalent to that of a US-educated nurse. The Nurses Guide assists you throughout the documentation and evaluation process.
Step 3
After your State Board application is approved, you can begin preparing for the NCLEX exam. The Nurses Guide supports nurses with structured guidance and resources, including a free three-month UWorld review to help you prepare effectively.
Step 4
You will take the NCLEX-RN examination. The Nurses Guide supports candidates with structured guidance.
Step 5
After NCLEX success, the employer sponsorship process begins, including filing of the I-140 immigrant petition for your U.S. work authorization pathway.
Step 6
You will complete the required IELTS exam (or equivalent English test) as part of visa and immigration requirements.
Step 7
You will obtain the VisaScreen Certificate, confirming that you meet all professional and language requirements for U.S. healthcare employment.
Step 8
Attend your U.S. Embassy visa interview, where final immigration approval is determined.
Step 9
Once approved, The Nurses Guide assists you in planning your travel, documentation, and relocation preparation for the United States.
Step 10
You travel to the U.S. and officially begin your career as a registered nurse in your assigned healthcare facility.
The EB-3 sponsorship timeline can vary depending on individual circumstances such as country of origin, visa bulletin movement, and documentation readiness. On average, the process may take 18 months to 3 years. However, nurses who have completed key steps like NCLEX and English proficiency requirements and are from a “current” visa category may experience a faster timeline of approximately 12–18 months. Each case is unique, and timelines may differ.
Yes. In most EB-3 sponsorship cases, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 may be eligible to accompany you to the United States. The Nurses Guide provides guidance on understanding the dependent visa process and how families can be included through the recruitment pathway.
• Registered Nurse with BSN or Nursing Diploma • Active RN license • Clinical bedside experience in a hospital setting (preferably acute care) • Strong English communication skills • Updated CV and professional documents Some requirements like NCLEX or English exams may be completed during the process depending on the recruitment pathway and agency criteria.
The initial process is simple and usually includes three steps: • Basic application to confirm nursing background and current experience • Submission of professional documents such as CV and nursing license • Review and guidance session/interview with the consultancy team The initial evaluation process may take 2 weeks to 1 month, depending on document readiness and scheduling.
Placement locations depend on hospital demand, candidate experience, and recruitment partner availability. Nurses may be placed in different healthcare facilities across the United States. The final placement is determined by matching professional background, skills, and employer requirements to ensure the best possible fit.
