Residency Based on Employment

Here is the basic summary on how to apply for permanent residency based on employment.

Phase I:  Prevailing Wage Determination 

Phase II: Recruiting

Phase III:  Filing of Labor Certification

Phase IV: Permanent Visa Petition (I-140 Petition)

Phase V (a): Residency Application or Consular Processing  of Immigrant Visa

The most important aspect of employment-based immigration is that the occupation has a bright outlook in the O*NET and that you are qualified to do the job. Foreign education and work experience may be used to validate expertise, depending on the occupation.