H-3 Trainee Visa
United States
Last updated: December 29, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$205
5-9 months
Medium
About this Visa
The H-3 is a training visa for people who want to learn a new skill in the United States. A U.S. company invites you to come train with them for a temporary period. You must return home after your training ends—this is not a work visa and does not lead to a permanent job or green card. You can train in almost any field (farming, business, engineering, healthcare, etc.). The one exception: doctors cannot use this visa for medical training. This visa is special because it focuses on teaching you skills you cannot learn at home. Your employer must prove the training is not available in your country and that you will actually use these skills back home.
Key Benefits
- Learn job skills from a U.S. company
- Bring spouse and unmarried children under 21
- Leave and re-enter the U.S. during training
- No restrictions on activities outside work
- Training is tax-deductible for sponsor
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Not already a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Have skills/education to benefit from training
- Intend to return home after training
- Cannot be pursuing medical education
- Can speak English for the training
- No serious criminal record
- Not a physician or medical resident
Financial Requirement
Your sponsor (employer) must prove they can pay for the training and support you. No minimum income requirement, but employer must show financial capacity.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid for duration of stay
- Birth certificateOriginal or certified copy
- DS-160 formCompleted visa application
- USCIS approval letter (I-797)Approval notice from USCIS
- Proof of return homeJob offer, property ownership, or family ties
- Educational credentialsDiplomas, degrees, and work history
- Marriage certificateIf married
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.