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Nosso início no processo do visto EB 3 "rumo ao green card"

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Presenter Overview

The video is presented by Aline Moraes (João’s wife). She explains that she and her husband began their immigration journey to the U.S. on February 13, 2026 through the EB-3 visa path, aiming for a green card.

Why They Chose EB-3 (Unskilled)

Aline shares several reasons for choosing EB-3 (unskilled):

  • She and her family moved to Australia because her two children live there as residents/citizens.
  • Her dream of living in the U.S. began after an early vacation experience, especially connected to Orlando/Disney.
  • She learned from another couple that accessing the U.S. often requires fitting a workforce need. They discussed EB-3 “unskilled”—typically minimum-wage service roles (for example, fast-food type positions).
  • She emphasizes that EB-3 doesn’t require a specific profession/skill, but it still follows a structured process and requires employer sponsorship.

Process Timeline and Expectations

Aline describes expectations for the EB-3 timeline:

  • The EB-3 process is long, and she estimates about 4 years for approval (based on the timing mentioned in 2026).
  • She contrasts this with categories she says are often faster, such as EB2 and certain investment-based categories (often around 2 years, per her account).
  • She advises viewers not to assume it will be “easy,” even though chances can be high and the wait is significant.
  • She states a high approval likelihood (~98%) and notes that denials may be appealable.

Eligibility Obstacles (Potential Disqualifiers)

Aline lists issues she believes can make applicants ineligible for EB-3:

  • Illegal presence in the U.S.
  • Working illegally in the U.S. (including working while a student when students can’t work)
  • Having a serious contagious health condition

She also notes there is no age limit, giving an example that she is 57 and can apply.

Employer and Labor Certification Mechanics

Aline explains key parts of how EB-3 typically works:

  • Applicants generally cannot simply apply directly alone to an employer; there must be an eligible path tied to a specific employer/job.
  • The job must meet U.S. labor market requirements, which can involve advertising and proving the employer could not find a suitable U.S. worker.
  • She describes labor certification as a crucial stage (comparing it to a labor authority process in Brazil), where the employer/program files through the relevant U.S. labor procedure.
  • On payment, she says she pays via a scheduled installment plan over the process rather than paying everything upfront, and the payments correspond to progress/steps.

Recruitment Agencies and Her Experience

Aline describes the role of recruitment agencies:

  • They connect candidates (international applicants) to employers with openings.
  • They handle initial screening/interviews and coordinate parts of the process.
  • She recommends choosing an agency with experience, including support from a team.

She highlights choosing an agency with:

  • Offices in Miami and Brazil
  • A supporting legal team

Her job-matching timeline example

  • She initially targeted a specific employer/location in Orlando (Florida) (a Disney-related souvenir store tied to a larger company).
  • That position closed before her planned company interview, and she was disappointed.
  • Soon after, the same company posted additional jobs, and she quickly moved forward.

Document collection and filing

  • From December to February, the agency collected documents (such as passports and contracts).
  • The application was filed on February 13, 2026.

Practical Advice and Motivation

Aline reframes the long timeline as something applicants can prepare for:

  • Plan financially for visa-related costs (she mentions a total around 20,000 in her currency context, though some subtitle figures appear distorted as “0,000”).
  • Improve or prepare English communication, noting that perfect fluency may not be required for these roles.
  • Stay calm: delays are expected, and she discourages assuming it’s a scam if timelines move slowly.

Call to Action

Aline directs viewers to her agency link (she mentions MCC USA) and encourages:

  • Likes/shares
  • Subscribing for updates
  • Leaving questions—especially for those considering EB-3

Presenters / Contributors

  • Aline Moraes (main presenter; wife of João)
  • MCC USA / recruitment agency contact (mentioned as a Portuguese-speaking representative; full name not provided)
  • Legal team/lawyers associated with the agency (mentioned; no individual names provided)

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