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Juan is a professional in the field of data science and analytics, with an impressive track record as the Chief Data Officer (CDO) of an insurance company. Born in Colombia and a citizen of Australia, Juan’s career had taken him across the wolrd. He began his journey with bachelor’s degree in economics from Colombia, followed by over five years of relevant work experience.
At the time, Juan worked for a leading private insurance company that specialized in international private health insurance across Latin America, the Carribean and Canada. His company’s mission was to provide its members with access to the best quality hospitals and specialized centers, making their insurance coverage more accessible across borders. In addition, Juan played a central role in shaping the strategic direction of the company. With his deep expertise, he was leveraging data to improve decision-making, efficiency in the company and customer satisfaction.
Juan’s goal was to become a permanent resident in the United States, ontop of his Australian and Colombian citizenship. He entered on an E-3 visa, which is given to Australian citizens to work in the U.S. He wanted to continue growing professionally within the U.S., especially since the company was expanding their coverage into the U.S. That’s when Juan reached out to our company to proceed with the green card process for E-3 visa holders.
However, obtaining a green card through employment requires extra steps compared to family. To begin the process of going from an E-3 visa to a green card, you first start off by filing the PERM Labor Certification. This document proves to the U.S. Department of Labor that a specific job position requires a foreign worker due to a lack of qualified U.S. workers. This step was crucial for Juan’s green card application.
This case was not all about filling out forms. We had to demonstrate the unique circumstances of his case, including the international nature of his background and complexity of his job. Our team worked on the PERM application, ensuring the job duties and responsibilites listed were detailed and precise, including the tools, equipment and supervision involed in his work. This step is often overlooked but we understood that without accuracy, the application could face delays or even denials. After one year and 2 months, Juan’s PERM application was approved.
We worked closely with Juan and his employers to gather all the necessary supporting documents for the I-140 petition that we submitting under the EB-2 category. This included letters from Juan’s previous employers attesting to his key contributions and responsibilities in similar roles. In fact, these letters were instrumental in demonstrating his qualifications and highlighting his significant impact in his field. We also provided:
Finally, once the I-140 petition was received, USCIS approved Juan’s I-140 within two business days! Now, with the PERM and I-140 approval, we could file for his green card!
The green card process for E-3 visa holders can be complex, especially with filing a PERM Labor Certification and securing a green card is filled with legal complexities and detailed documentation requirements that can make or break an application. Many applicants attempt to navigate this process on their own or with general legal advice, however, they end up facing delays, RFE’s or even denials. Our firm has a deep understanding of the PERM process, where we can anticipate potential challenges and get rid of them. Contact our office today!
