Caregiver Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Caregiver positions are among the most accessible visa sponsorship roles for international workers, with most sponsored roles using EB-3 or H-2B visa pathways. Requirements vary by employer - some positions require formal certifications while others provide on-the-job training. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.

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Overview

Open Jobs4,383+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationMedford, OR
Most JobsRight At Home

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Right At Home
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Right At Home
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Right At Home
Atkinson, Nebraska
Clinical Support
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$14.00/hr - $16.00/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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SYNERGY HomeCare
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SYNERGY HomeCare
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SYNERGY HomeCare
Morristown, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Caregiving & Elderly Support
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None
5,001-10,000

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AccentCare
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AccentCare
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AccentCare
Houston, Texas
Clinical Support
Caregiving & Elderly Support
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None
10,000+

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Sevita
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Sevita
New 3h ago
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Sevita
Columbia, South Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$15.30/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Comfort Keepers
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Comfort Keepers
New 7h ago
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Comfort Keepers
Clinton, Indiana
Clinical Support
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$14.50/hr
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51-200

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How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Caregiver

Know that caregiving has limited visa options

Caregiving roles generally don't meet H-1B specialty occupation requirements because USCIS requires the position to need at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The available paths exist but are narrower than most professional fields.

Explore the H-2B temporary worker visa

The H-2B visa is the primary path for caregivers, covering temporary or seasonal non-agricultural work. The annual cap is 66,000 visas across all industries, so competition is significant and your employer must file a temporary labor certification.

Consider the EB-3 other workers category for permanent residency

The EB-3 immigrant visa has an "other workers" subcategory for positions requiring less than two years of training or experience. This can apply to caregiver roles, but wait times are very long - often several years or more depending on your country of origin.

Look into regions with acute caregiver shortages

Some U.S. states and rural areas have severe caregiver shortages in home health and assisted living facilities. Employers in these regions may be more motivated to navigate the sponsorship process, even though it's complex for caregiver positions.

Build credentials that expand your options

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certifications make you a stronger candidate for employers willing to sponsor. If you can pursue a nursing degree, that opens significantly more visa pathways including H-1B and EB-3 professional categories.

Work with agencies that specialize in healthcare staffing

Some healthcare staffing agencies place caregivers in facilities that have H-2B approvals or are willing to file. Ask specifically about visa sponsorship during your initial conversations - agencies experienced with international workers will know the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a degree to get a caregiver job with visa sponsorship?

No. Most sponsored caregiver positions fall under the EB-3 "Other Workers" category, which covers roles requiring less than two years of training or experience. Some employers require certifications like CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or HHA (Home Health Aide), but many provide on-the-job training as part of the sponsorship arrangement.

What visa do caregivers typically get sponsored for?

Most caregiver sponsorship goes through the EB-3 green card pathway, which leads directly to permanent residence. Some seasonal or temporary caregiver positions may use H-2B visas. The EB-3 route takes longer (typically 3-5+ years) but results in a green card rather than temporary status.

How long does the caregiver visa sponsorship process take?

The EB-3 process for caregivers typically takes 3-5+ years from start to green card, depending on processing times and your country of origin. This includes PERM labor certification, I-140 petition, and waiting for your priority date to become current. Some countries face longer backlogs than others.

Can I bring my family with me as a sponsored caregiver?

Yes. Through the EB-3 green card pathway, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can receive green cards as dependents. If you're on an H-2B temporary visa, family members can join you on H-4 dependent visas but cannot work in the U.S. under that status.

Where is the demand highest for sponsored caregiver positions?

Demand is concentrated in states with large aging populations and in areas where domestic worker recruitment is most challenging. States like New York, California, Florida, Texas, and parts of the Midwest consistently have caregiver positions available for international workers, particularly in home health, assisted living, and long-term care facilities.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Caregiver jobs?

When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage", the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level. For example, a caregiver in Illinois will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search Page.

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