Who We Help
JBR Immigration works with internationally educated nurses and healthcare professionals at various stages of their immigration journey.
Internationally educated nurses seeking to work in the United States
Nurses already working in the U.S. exploring permanent residence options
Nurses with potential U.S. employers considering sponsorship
Nurses exploring employment-based immigration pathways
Nurses seeking guidance about immigration options and next steps
Family members of nurses navigating immigration together
Immigration Options for Nurses
Internationally educated nurses may have several potential immigration pathways depending on their individual circumstances, education, licensure, employment, and immigration history. JBR Immigration can help you understand which options may apply to your situation.
Immigration eligibility depends on individual circumstances. The information on this page is general and educational — it is not legal advice. Please consult an attorney regarding your specific situation.
Employment-Based Immigration & EB-3
Employment-based immigration may be an option for internationally educated nurses who have a qualifying U.S. employer willing to sponsor them. EB-3 is one category that may be available to nurses, depending on individual circumstances.
Schedule A
Schedule A is a pre-certification designation that may simplify the labor certification process for certain nurses. Whether Schedule A applies to a particular nurse's situation depends on individual factors including licensure, education, and employer circumstances.
VisaScreen and Credentialing Considerations
VisaScreen is a credential evaluation program that may be required as part of the immigration process for internationally educated nurses and other healthcare professionals. JBR Immigration can help you understand how VisaScreen and other credentialing requirements may fit into your overall immigration process.
Passing the NCLEX and obtaining a U.S. nursing license are important professional milestones, but they do not automatically determine immigration eligibility. Immigration and professional licensing are separate processes.
Nurses Already in the United States
Nurses who are already in the United States may have options to pursue employment-based immigration or adjust their immigration status, depending on their current visa status, employment situation, and other individual factors. JBR Immigration can help you understand what options may be available.
Nurses Outside the United States
Internationally educated nurses who are outside the United States may be able to pursue employment-based immigration through a U.S. employer sponsor. The process typically involves multiple steps and agencies. JBR Immigration can help you understand the general process and what to expect.
Family Members
In many employment-based immigration cases, a nurse's spouse and unmarried children under 21 may be eligible to immigrate as derivative beneficiaries. JBR Immigration can help you understand how family members may be included in your immigration process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I'm a Nurse or Healthcare Professional
Internationally educated nurse exploring U.S. immigration options, EB-3, VisaScreen, or other pathways.
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Hospital, nursing facility, or staffing organization looking to recruit or sponsor internationally educated nurses.
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Family immigration, citizenship, asylum, deportation defense, work visas, or another immigration matter.
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