PERM

The PERM process, or Program Electronic Review Management, is a labor certification program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). It is designed to ensure that foreign workers seeking employment-based green cards in the United States will not displace qualified U.S. workers.

To be eligible for the PERM process, an employer must first demonstrate that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for the position they are seeking to fill. This is done through a series of recruitment steps, which include placing job advertisements in various media outlets, as well as through job fairs and other recruitment efforts.

Once the recruitment process is complete, the employer must file a labor certification application with the DOL. This application includes information about the job, the employer, and the foreign worker who will be filling the position. The DOL will then review the application and determine whether the employer has met the requirements for labor certification.

If the DOL approves the labor certification, the employer can then file an immigration petition with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This petition will include the approved labor certification and other required documentation, such as the foreign worker's resume and education transcripts.

The PERM process can be a complex and time-consuming process, and it is important for employers and foreign workers to carefully follow all requirements and deadlines. Working with an experienced immigration attorney can help ensure that the process goes smoothly and that all necessary documentation is properly filed and reviewed.