Mortgage Loan Originator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Mortgage Loan Originators can secure H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship, but most roles require NMLS licensure and a degree in finance or a related field. Sponsorship is less common than in tech, making employer targeting and timing critical. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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INTRODUCTION
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a wide range of duties relating to the origination of residential 1st mortgage loans for outside referrals. Meets standards and objectives defined by management for mortgage loan sales and cross-selling objectives. Assumes overall responsibility for the residential mortgage loan from application to closing.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank’s risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop referral contacts (realtors, builders, professional and personal contacts).
- Maintain knowledge of Fifth Third Mortgage Company's policies and procedures.
- Maintain knowledge of available loan products, processing procedures, and underwriting and general departmental guidelines.
- Follow defined protocol for escalation exceptions.
- Take applicant applications by completing Fannie Mae form 1003 on the laptop.
- Utilize the laptop for communication and access of daily rates, applicant credit reports, Loan Prospector responses and transmitting the loan to LOMAS.
- Collect appropriate documentation from each applicant and deliver loan package in the time frames set by management.
- Manage pipeline for all originated loans through closing and complete required management reports.
- Communicate with branches and/or applicants of providing timely updates and progress reports.
- Maintain high levels of customer service while managing each applicant's and support staff's expectations.
- Attend and participate in all Consumer Lending meetings as required by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent mandatory. Four-year college degree preferred.
- Knowledge of conventional and/or government lending guidelines.
- Knowledge of residential mortgage processing, underwriting, and closing procedures.
- Knowledge of federal lending regulations governing real estate lending.
- Must have two years of mortgage sales lending experience.
- Must have an established, local book of business.
- Must have existing mortgage sales of $1 million per month.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Demonstrated teamwork and customer service skills.
- Proven computer skills.
- Basic sales technique skills.
- Strong desire to excel in a competitive environment.
- This position requires S.A.F.E. Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). The NMLS web site (mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position.
LOCATION
- Asheville, North Carolina 28803
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
Compensation for this position is largely incentive-based. Incentive compensation is combined with either a base salary or a draw to determine total cash compensation, and incentive compensation is based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance. More information can be obtained upon request.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Prioritize NMLS Licensure Before Applying
Most states require an active NMLS license before you can originate loans. Employers are far more willing to sponsor a candidate who is already licensed than one who needs to complete the process after hiring.
Target Banks Over Independent Mortgage Companies
Large national banks and credit unions have established immigration legal teams and are more likely to sponsor visas than smaller independent mortgage brokers, who rarely have the infrastructure to navigate the sponsorship process.
Lead With Your Production Numbers
Loan volume closed, pipeline size, and purchase-versus-refinance mix are what hiring managers evaluate. Sponsoring employers need to justify the cost, so concrete performance metrics make your application significantly stronger than credentials alone.
Time Applications Around Rate Cycles
Mortgage hiring expands when origination volume rises with favorable rate environments. Applying during an active lending market gives you more open roles and employers with stronger revenue to absorb sponsorship costs and legal fees.
Clarify Your Degree Field Early
H-1B visa eligibility requires a specialty occupation with a specific degree requirement. Finance, economics, and business degrees generally support this, but employers need documentation that your role genuinely requires that academic background.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Sponsoring Employers
Sponsoring employers in mortgage lending are a minority of the market. Migrate Mate filters roles to surface positions from employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship, saving you from applying to companies that will not sponsor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Mortgage Loan Originator role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends on how the role is structured. USCIS requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree in a specific field like finance, economics, or business administration must be a genuine requirement. Roles focused heavily on sales with no degree requirement in the job description are harder to approve. Employers who frame the position around financial analysis, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance have stronger petition outcomes.
Do I need an NMLS license to get sponsored as a Mortgage Loan Originator?
Effectively yes. Most employers will not begin the sponsorship process for a candidate who lacks an active NMLS license, because you cannot legally originate loans without one. The Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act requires federal registration or state licensure depending on your employer type. Getting licensed before applying removes a major obstacle and signals to employers that you can contribute immediately after hire.
How common is visa sponsorship for Mortgage Loan Originators?
Less common than in fields like software engineering or finance. Mortgage lending is heavily commission-driven, and many employers are small brokerages without the legal infrastructure to sponsor visas. Sponsorship is most available at large national banks, federally chartered credit unions, and diversified financial institutions with in-house immigration counsel. Browsing verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to identify which companies actually sponsor for this role.
Can Canadian or Mexican citizens work as Mortgage Loan Originators under a TN visa?
Possibly, under the Economist or Financial Analyst TN visa category, but it requires the role to align closely with those job descriptions. A Mortgage Loan Originator with a strong analytical or advisory component and a qualifying degree in economics or finance may support a TN application, but a predominantly sales-focused role is unlikely to qualify. TN status also does not create a path to permanent residence, which is worth factoring into your long-term planning.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Mortgage Loan Originator?
Finance, economics, accounting, business administration, or mathematics are the most defensible fields. The key USCIS test is whether the degree field directly relates to the duties performed. A degree in an unrelated field, even combined with years of industry experience, makes the petition harder to approve. If your degree is in a borderline field, your employer's attorney may need to document the specific financial analysis and regulatory responsibilities in the role to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Mortgage Loan Originator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.