adminLast reviewed: 25 October 2026. Based on an F1Jobs article of 16 May 2026. Confirm with an immigration lawyer.
Registered nurses and physical therapists are on Schedule A, which skips the PERM labor certification step. It does not skip the visa queue.
What Schedule A does
- The employer files the I-140 petition directly with USCIS.
- Nurse practitioners, CRNAs and occupational therapists are not on Group I.
- Your priority date still decides when you can move forward.
Candidate requirements
| Profession | Needs |
|---|---|
| Registered nurse | Full unrestricted state licence, passing NCLEX-RN, credential evaluation for foreign trained nurses |
| Physical therapist | PT degree, passing NPTE, state licence |
Timing: CGFNS certification can take 3 to 6 months or longer. The article reports 18 to 24 months from I-140 filing where EB-3 dates are current. Source: F1Jobs, 16 May 2026.
Physicians
Physicians are not on Schedule A Group I. Check other routes with a lawyer.
Red flags and scams
- Anyone who asks you to pay for a job offer, a permit or a “guaranteed” visa.
- Adverts with very high pay for beginners, or with no interview.
- Contact only by WhatsApp, Telegram or a free email address, with no company website or address.
- Look-alike government sites. Use only the official government website for the country.
If you think you have been targeted, stop paying, keep every message and receipt, and report it to the FTC. You can also email us at admin@jobsbroads.com.
Frequently asked questions
Does Schedule A guarantee fast approval?
No. The visa bulletin still applies.
Sources and references
This guide is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules, fees and thresholds change often. Check the current position on USCIS or with a regulated adviser before you decide or pay. Corrections are welcome at admin@jobsbroads.com.
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