An EB-3 visa applicant’s dream has turned into a nightmare. Their visa was approved, but the employer suddenly cancelled the contract, leaving their future in limbo.
Employer Exit Derails Approved Visa
All documents, including the DS-260 form, were verified and cleared. Yet the sudden withdrawal shattered months of hope. Losing the employer at this stage means the applicant’s journey toward permanent residency has come to an abrupt halt.
I-140 Withdrawal Threatens Green Card
If the employer withdraws the I-140 petition within 180 days of approval, the applicant’s green card process will be cancelled. This also risks losing their hard-earned priority date — forcing them to start the long process again.
NVC Likely to Suspend Interview
With no employer backing, the National Visa Center (NVC) will put the interview on hold. The EB-3 process depends entirely on employer sponsorship, and without one, the case cannot move forward.
Hope Only if I-140 Is Older Than 180 Days
The applicant’s only chance lies in the timing. If the I-140 approval is more than 180 days old, they remain protected. Otherwise, their application becomes void, leaving them back at square one.
A Flawed System Hurting Many
This situation exposes a deep flaw in the US employer-dependent visa model. One employer’s sudden exit can destroy years of effort. Without timely legal help, many EB-3 applicants remain vulnerable to the same fate.
