How long does it take to file an Application for Labor Certification for a professional job position under PERM, if I hire an attorney today?
It takes at least about three months. Here is why: First of all, the attorney needs to gather all required information from the beneficiary and the employer. Then a job description appropriate for the position has to be finalized. This needs to be submitted to the State Job Office for a prevailing wage determination. States take a few days to a few weeks to give a prevailing wage determination. The recruitment process has to start after the prevailing wage is obtained. There is a requirement of 30-day posting period with the state job office. Usually all other required recruitment steps could also be completed during this one month period. From the date of the last advertisement (or the last day of the job notice posting, whichever comes later), there is a 30-day waiting period. The Application can be filed only after this waiting period is over.
Related Questions
- I have heard that the PERM program will greatly speed up labor certification applications. Should I file my labor certification application now, or wait until PERM becomes available?
- My spouse’s employer has filed a PERM Labor Certification on his behalf. Shall I have my employer file a PERM Labor Certification application on my behalf as well?
- What type of job position qualifies for a PERM Labor Certification application?
