Demystifying Employer-Sponsored Green Cards: An In-Depth Look at the PERM Process

🔎PERM stands for Program Electronic Review Management and is the first stage of the Employer-Sponsored Green Card process.

✅One of the most important tips for a successful PERM application is to hire an experienced immigration professional.

📝Drafting accurate and detailed job duties and requirements is crucial to avoid delays and ensure a certified PERM application.

📄The new ETA form 9089 for PERM applications requires careful attention to avoid typographical errors and missing information.

⌛Waiting times for the entire PERM process can be long, sometimes taking 20 to 24 months from start to finish.

What is the PERM application?

—The PERM application is the first stage of the Employer-Sponsored Green Card process and involves a US labor market test.

What are some common reasons for PERM denials?

—PERM applications can be denied due to errors, incomplete documentation, or failure to comply with recruitment and advertising requirements.

Why is it important to hire an experienced immigration professional for PERM applications?

—An experienced professional can navigate the complex PERM process, stay updated on regulations, and avoid common mistakes that lead to denials.

What are the three stages of the Employer-Sponsored Green Card process?

—The three stages are the PERM application, the filing of the I-140 Immigrant Petition, and either consular processing or adjustment of status.

How long does the entire PERM process take?

—The entire PERM process can take around 20 to 24 months, with the majority of the wait time occurring during the PERM certification stage.

00:00Introduction to the topic of employer-sponsored green cards and the purpose of the video.

03:25Overview of the PERM process, including its significance as the first stage of the employer-sponsored green card process.

08:30Important tips for a successful PERM application, such as hiring an experienced immigration professional and drafting accurate job duties and requirements.

14:40Explanation of the recent changes to the ETA form 9089 for PERM applications and the importance of careful completion to avoid errors.

18:55Discussion on common reasons for PERM denials and the need for proper compliance with recruitment and advertising requirements.

23:10Explanation of the three stages of the employer-sponsored green card process: PERM application, I-140 Immigrant Petition, and consular processing or adjustment of status.

27:45Overview of the time duration for the entire PERM process, with a focus on the long waiting times during the PERM certification stage.