EB-3 Success Case: Mainland China Warehouse Helper—Other Workers Green Card
EB-3 Other Workers mainland China warehouse success: unskilled packing, adjustment in the U.S., 2026 green card.
Short answer: A mainland China-born applicant worked in warehouse packing and support under EB-3 Other Workers. After PERM and I-140, the case waited for numbers; when current, I-485 was filed and approved in 2026.
Milestones
| Stage | Timing | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Recruitment and ads | Sep–Dec 2018 | Completed |
| PERM filed | Jan 2019 | Receipt |
| PERM certified | Sep 2019 | Approved |
| I-140 approved | Mar 2020 | Approved |
| Waiting for numbers | 2020–2026 | Bulletin movement |
| I-485 filed | Jan 2026 | Receipt |
| EAD issued | May 2026 | Card issued |
| I-485 approved | Oct 2026 | Green card |
See US EB-3 Employment-Based Immigration. The in-U.S. path requires continuous eligibility to adjust.
Lessons
In long backlogs, work authorization and status bridges matter more than “fast-track” myths.
Global Immigrate’s recommendation
After I-140 approval, plan H-1B or other extensions. Prepare the I-485 package as soon as the date is current.
Data current as of October 2026. General information only; not legal advice. Individual results vary.
Frequently asked questions
Must I be in the U.S. for I-485?
Adjustment requires presence and eligibility in the U.S.; overseas cases use consular processing.
Is an EAD the same as a green card?
No. An EAD is work permission while the case is pending.
Can this case be copied?
Structure can be referenced; backlog and eligibility vary.
Official sources
General information only, not legal advice. Immigration rules and the Visa Bulletin change; check the official sources above before you decide. Petitions are prepared and filed by the sponsoring employer’s licensed U.S. immigration attorney.