In the last fifteen years, the United States has experienced a significant shortage of qualified truck drivers, with approximately 60,000 vacancies across the country. This situation has led the industry to raise wages, which have become up to five times higher than the historical average. It has also motivated companies to provide better training for their employees. It is estimated that over a million new drivers will be needed to meet the demands across the country in the coming years.
This shortage has created an opportunity for skilled foreign workers residing in the United States. Through the Green Card, immigrants have the chance to work as truck drivers, improving their quality of life due to the job stability this employment offers. Additionally, the EB-3 immigrant visa serves as an option to obtain Permanent Residency and access these promising employment opportunities.
The EB-3 visa is divided into three categories:
- For individuals with a college degree or professional experience.
- For skilled workers with over two years of experience or specialized training.
- For individuals with less than two years of experience or specific training.
It is important to note that it is not necessary to meet these requirements only after arriving in the United States; prior experience in the home country is considered. However, having a job offer from a U.S. company, along with a salary agreement approved by the Department of Labor (DOL), is essential.
Living under the EB-3 visa provides the opportunity to reside permanently and work freely in the United States. Additionally, it allows travel both within and outside the country and enables the application for other types of visas for spouses and children under 21. An additional advantage is that the Department of State does not impose restrictions on the number of times one can travel in and out of the United States. This grants complete freedom to work as a truck driver without limitations. This visa represents an open door to a more solid and stable work future in the United States.