PERM IS FINALLY HERE!

You may have heard about this new development in Immigration. It's now possible to complete the first stage of the Green Card process (Labor Certification) in as little as 60 days.

FAQ's

Q: What does PERM stand for?
A: PERM is short for "Program Electronic Review Management process". PERM is a new system of Labor Certification application.

Q: What is the "PERM" Labor Certification?
A: The PERM Labor Certification (PERM) is an entirely new procedure for submitting a Labor Certification Application. PERM takes effect on March 28, 2005. The main distinction between PERM and the previous Labor Certification process is that under PERM an application will be approved in as little as 45-60 days. Using the traditional system your wait time would be 2-3 years.

Q: How much is the filing fee for a PERM Labor Certification application?
A: No filing fee is required for a PERM Labor Certification application.

Q: Can a Company apply for a PERM Labor Certification on behalf of a person who is not currently an employee?
A: Yes. The Labor Certification application is filed for prospective employment. You are only required to work for the employer when you obtain the green card. You do not need to work for the Company - petitioner while the Company is petitioning for you.

Q: Who needs a Labor Certification?
A: All employment-based immigration cases require the Labor Certification as a first step.

Q: How long is an approved Labor Certification valid?
A: An approved Labor Certification does not have an expiration date and is valid forever.

Q: What type of job qualifies for a PERM Labor Certification application?
A: Any position that an employer attests (through active recruiting) that there is a shortage of qualified and willing US worker may qualify for PERM.