EB-3 green card wait
Every month the US State Department publishes the Visa Bulletin, which says how far back the line has moved. If your labor certification was filed before the cutoff date, your green card can be issued now.
November 2026
| Category | Final action date | Date for filing | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| EB-3 Skilled Worker and Professional | Jun 15, 2024 | Aug 1, 2024 | about 2 yr 5 mo |
| EB-3 Other Workers | Jun 1, 2022 | Jul 1, 2022 | about 4 yr 5 mo |
Figures are for "all chargeability areas except those listed", which covers most countries. The date for filing lets you submit paperwork early; the final action date is when the green card can be issued.
Source
The employment-based tables of the US Visa Bulletin, "All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed" column.