Master the PERM Green Card Process: 9 Essential Steps for Success

Introduction

The PERM Green Card process has many steps that can be confusing for the applicants. We outline the 9 steps to apply for permanent residency for the foreign workers and the employers who want to sponsor them. We will also outline the problems encountered by most applicants and provide tips on how to overcome them.

Determine Job Duties and Minimum Requirements

When defining the job duties of a job for Perm green card purposes, it can be very difficult. Defining the job duties to attract the best candidate for the job is crucial to ensuring you hire the right person to be a very valuable long term employee. The following are the main things to define in your job for Perm purposes.

1. Job Title: Job Title is one of the most important components of your job description. This should be the most accurate Job Title that matches your specific job duties and is typical for jobs in your industry.
2. Duties: While it is often easier to simply post an ad for “project manager” duties for this component, detailed duties will ensure that you bring in the proper candidate. The example above outlines the general spend for timely oversight of a project as well as duties of managing the budget for the project as well as coordinating w/ other departments to ensure that necessary groups are “on board” for active projects.
3. Minimum Requirements: State the minimum qualifications (for example, degree and amount of experience) that qualify an individual for the duties of the job as listed. For example, a Software Engineer II at Level 2 would require a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science plus 3 years of software development experience as a Software Engineer I.
4. Preferred Qualifications: It is optional to list the preferred qualifications in a job description that an employer would like a strong candidate to have. If listed in a job description for a job opening, these additional qualifications may allow an Employer to hire an employee who exceeds the minimum qualifications required for a position of that level, etc. As stated above, these would typically be considered an advantage for consideration for hiring, but not necessarily required as minimum qualifications for the job.
5. Future Job Duties: The PERM process may take a couple of years or more to process out for the green card holder. It’s very important to try to anticipate what the future job duties are of the employee while the green card is being processed. Otherwise, changing the job description during processing time would require the employer to start all over from the very beginning of the process.
6. Inclusivity: The job description should not ‘self-limit’ (i.e. unintentionally restrict) the pool of potentially qualified US applicants. In other words, the job description should encourage applications from as diverse a pool as possible.
7. State Wage Agency: Employer files job order with State Wage Agency for 30 days for hiring process.
8. Record Keeping: Documentation of resumes received, attempts to contact applicants for interviews and reasons for rejection of any applicant for job to be offered to sponsored employee.
9. Notice of Filing: The employer will also post a copy of the Notice of Filing at the workplace, for example in the break room, so that all other employees at the workplace are informed of the available job for the sponsored employee.
10. Ability to Pay: In addition to filing the PERM application, the Employer(s) must also show ability to pay the wage that was posted for the position for the time frame between the date the PERM application was filed by the Employer(s) and the date that the Green Card holder receives his/her “green card” and becomes a lawful permanent resident.
11. Recruitment Timeframe for Employer: This process will typically take at least 2 months for the employer. The 30 day quiet period for submission of applications by qualified U.S. workers for the posted position by employer must be listed, along with the sufficient job advertising and the evidence of efforts the employer made to solicit U.S. workers applying for the position for the entire time period listed for the duties of the job.

Defining job duties for job descriptions used for attempting to acquire Perm green card sponsorship of lawful permanent resident for an employee of an employer is one of the more difficult tasks that an employment specialist faces when trying to complete all of the various employment-related tasks to bring in the best candidates to apply for available jobs and to successfully hire the very best candidate to serve as a long-term, most valuable employee for that employer.

Request Prevailing Wage Determination from DOL

Step 6 - Request a prevailing wage determination from the Department of Labor (DOL) after outlining the work requirements of the foreign workers who will be performing the work defined in step 5.

1. Complete ETA-9141: Required for prevailing wage determination is a completed ETA-9141. Accurately complete the form describing the work that the foreign workers will be doing and list the required work requirements for that work. Fill out all of the required information for the job including:
   a) job title;
   b) a clear and accurate description of work duties; and
   c) where the work will be performed.
   Once completed, submit the ETA-9141 and await the prevailing wage determination by the DOL. This process typically takes 60 days or less to process within the DOL. The DOL will then evaluate the submitted job description of work against wage information relating to similar work being performed in the area where the work is to take place.
2. Submit the Form: Once completed, the ETA-9141 can be electronically submitted to the Department of Labor via the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system.
3. Wait for Determination: It will take the DOL 60 days or less to process a wage determination once a request has been submitted. In the meanwhile, they will review your submitted job description of work against wage information relating to similar work being performed in the area where the work is to take place.
4. Review the Wage Determination: Review your wage determination in detail. If you find that the wage was higher than you anticipated, review your job description and requirements to see if any changes would be made to ensure fair wages for the job.

The wage rate determined by the DOL for a Foreign Worker(s) will be the minimum rate paid to the Foreign Worker(s) while they are working in the United States. Processing prevailing wage determinations for Foreign Labor Certification applications typically take three months or less to process by the DOL. There is a wage gap of more than $19,000 per worker between what U.S. workers are paid for similar work and the prevailing wage required for Foreign Labor Certification approval under a Labor Condition Application (LCA). This wage is critical in ensuring that Foreign Workers are paid fair wages for their work and that employers are in compliance with wage payment requirements.

Conduct Recruitment Efforts

The average time to receive a Perm green card is 472 days as of August 2025. After prevailing wage determination has been received by the employer, appropriate recruitment must be conducted to show that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for the position for which the green card is being sought.

1. Job Order: A Job Order must be filed with your State Workforce Agency (SWA) where the area where the work will be performed. The Job Order must remain open for a minimum of 30 days.
2. Advertisements: Two ads are to be printed in local general circulation newspapers, on different Sundays. The job title, duties and the minimum requirements for the job in question must be stated in the ads.
3. Internal Posting: The employer must post the job opening within their own organization for at least 10 business days. This allows other employees who might be good candidates for the position to apply for the job as well as for the employer to conduct fair hiring practices and ensure that all hiring is conducted in an above board manner.
4. Document Recruitment: Document all steps for the adequate recruitment of alternative workers for the position(s) offered to aliens for permanent employment in the U.S. Copies of all published newspaper ads for the positions (i.e. - Sunday editions) plus copies of the completed Job Order(s) must be retained. Also retain copies of all completed applications for the position(s). This documentation of your completed and fair recruitment will aid in the employer’s defense against Department of Labor audits and any subsequent imposed fines should DOL determine some portion of the employer’s recruitment to be unfair.

A full and fair recruitment allows all the open doors to jobs in the U.S. to be exposed to qualified employees from around the globe. And by following the above steps for adequate recruitment, while complying with Department of Labor regulations, you will have done your due diligence and prepared your future employees for the average perm green card process time as of August 2025 of 472 days.

Submit ETA Form 9089 to DOL

Obtaining a labor certification can be a very complicated process and we are here to guide you through all the steps. After completing the required steps for the job recruitment, the ETA Document 9089, Labor Certification Application, is to be submitted to the Department of Labor (DOL). The DOL Form 9089 is one of the key documents in the process of the labor certification.

When filling out this form, please include the information about the job such as:

1. The job title
2. Its main responsibilities
3. The minimum requirements of the applicants for the job
4. The prevailing wage for the specific job

Please make sure that all the information is correct in order to avoid any delay in the process. The application can be filled online and submitted through the FLAG system or it can be filled out and then mailed to the DOL. It is advisable to keep a copy of the submitted application as well as all other supporting documents. We will be happy to assist you in filling out this form as well as with the rest of the labor certification process.

File Form I-140 Immigrant Petition

After approval of ETA 9089 labor certification by DOH, the next step in the process would be filing of I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers with the USCIS to pursue permanent residency using the labor certification approved under the EB-3 category. Below is an overview of the process involved in filing of I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers.

1. Gather Supporting Documents: Most important is the approved ETA 9089 Document 9089 labor certification, as well as any document(s) that prove the ability of the employer to pay the wage(s) offered in the application. Also very important are the qualifications of the applicant such as copies of degree(s), work experience verification letters, etc.
2. Complete the I-140 Application: The Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, Form I-140 application is a very detailed application. When filling out the form, it is very important to fill out the correct information in order to correspond with the ETA Document 9089 that was approved for your labor certification.
3. Submit Your I-140: After completion of the Application, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, Form I-140, must be mailed to the proper location of a USCIS Service Center (see back of application). In addition to your Application and required documentation, a filing fee is required. Processing time for approval of the I-140 for EB-3 cases as well as other categories, is currently between 2.5 months and 28.5 months and can help others track your application through the process. You can track the status of your Application online using your account on the USCIS website as well as myUSCIS. In addition, you can check the status of your case by entering your receipt date in the e-Request portion of the USCIS website.
4. Track Your Application: Once you have submitted the Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, you can track your application on the USCIS Website or through your myUSCIS account. Also, you can submit an e-Request inquiring about the status of your case by entering the receipt date of your application in the e-Request portion of the website.

The approval of ETA 9089 labor certification is an important part of the process to grant a foreign national employee a permanent resident green card. The next step is filing the Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers (I-140) with the USCIS for the foreign national approved for permanent residency using labor certification approved under the EB-3 category. Information such as current approval rates for I-140s EB-1A cases (47.5%) and I-140s EB-2 NIW cases (42.6%) for FY 2024 versus compared to FY 2023 (79.99%) can help an employer’s immigration attorney craft strong labor certification applications.

Wait for Priority Date to Become Current

The wait for your priority date to become current can be very frustrating and unclear. It is helpful to know that your priority date is the date when your labor certification (ETA Form 9089) was filed. This is the date and time when you got into line for a green card.

We post current dates for employment-based cases (EB-2 and EB-3) in the various employment categories in the monthly Visa Bulletin issued by the U.S. Department of State. Note that the wait times and trends for various countries and categories can vary greatly.

Once your priority date becomes current, we urge you to start to gather the required documentation for the next steps in the process. Being patient while waiting for your priority date to become current will be worth it in the end. You can focus on the many positive things that are going on for you and your family while waiting for your priority date to become current.

File Form I-485 with USCIS

If your priority date becomes current, the final step towards your perm green card would be the processing of your I-485 application for adjustment of status. As always, Vasquez Law Firm is here to help with this very important step to your permanent residency.

1. All necessary Documents for I-485 application: In addition to the approval of I-140 application (Labor Certification- Perm) for your Perm Green Card, there are also other required documents, such as the Medical Exam I-693 report and proof of eligibility of applicant(s) (Copy of birth certificate(s), Copy of valid passport(s)), etc. which also need to be gathered and be up-to-date.
2. Complete I-485 Application: The I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status must be completely filled out by the applicant and all required documentation must be current to establish eligibility for application.
3. Submit the Application and Supporting Documentation: The I-485 application and supporting documentation are mailed to and processed by the applicable USCIS Service Center. The filing fee for the I-485 is paid at the time of filing as well as all required supporting documentation that establish the applicant’s eligibility for approval of application.
4. You Receive a Receipt Notice: The USCIS processes the I-485 application and advises applicant by mailing a receipt notice that indicates the I-485 application has been received. Save a copy of your receipt for future reference.

Our law firm has already processed I-485 applications for many of our North Carolina and Florida immigration clients and can process your perm green card application as well. If you have any questions about your I-485 application or any other part of the perm green card process, please contact us for a free initial consultation. We work with our clients to come up with a plan of action for their situation and also work with our clients to come up with a payment plan that fits their budget since we have many payment plans with many flexible payment terms. At Vasquez Law Firm, we are proud to be a local law firm practicing immigration law in Florida and North Carolina. We are always participating in many events in the local community. In addition, we regularly hold free legal clinics for the recent immigrants. We also provide bilingual services for those who speak a language other than English and fear that not speaking English properly will not receive the assistance they need.

We are here to assist you to take the final step to securing your permanent residency in U.S. with your perm green card.

Attend Biometrics Appointment

The process of US immigration is a long and arduous one involving many appointments and a great deal of paperwork to go through. Each step of the way is required in order to process the immigration of applicants as well as their families in the most timely and efficient manner. After scheduling an appointment with USCIS for an interview for a green card, for instance, you have to go through the biometrics appointment. The biometrics appointment is where USCIS will take your fingerprints, as well as other information, to verify your identity and background and to check for any security violations as part of the enhanced background checks that were implemented by USCIS on April 27, 2026. Here is what you can expect from your biometrics appointment.

1. Receive Appointment Notice: The first step after scheduling an appointment with USCIS is to receive your appointment notice. This notice is a Form I-797C which contains your appointment date and time as well as where your appointment will take place.
2. Bring documents to the appointment: Two original copies of one of the following documents will need to be brought to the appointment: the appointment notice (Form I-797C) and a valid, original photo ID such as a valid, unexpired passport or driver’s license.
3. Arrive at the time indicated plus 15 minutes: Arrive at the time and date listed for your appointment PLUS 15 minutes. This will allow you time to go through security and complete any additional required paperwork before having your fingerprints taken.
4. What to Expect at the Biometrics Appointment: The USCIS officer will take your applicant’s/applicant’s relative’s/other’s etc. fingerprints, take his/her/their etc. photo and also get his/her/their etc. signature(s) on various documents. This information is required by USCIS for conducting the required background checks as mandated by law.

By understanding what each step of the immigration process entails, families can better prepare themselves for what’s ahead. This knowledge not only alleviates anxiety that comes with waiting for the next step in the process to begin but also lends insight into the current security protocols and enhanced background checks implemented by USCIS on April 27, 2026. Having knowledge of what to expect at the next appointment is key in making this long process as smooth as possible.

Prepare for and Attend USCIS Interview

USCIS Interviews for Green Card Applications can be complex for many applicants. In order to better assist our community through the USCIS interview process for Green Card Applications, we have outlined several steps to guide you through this process.

1. Review Your Application: Familiarize yourself with your completed application, Form I-485, and all supporting documents submitted with your application.
2. Gather your Documents & Review Application: Collect all original documents for Part 6 of the application as well as a copy of your appointment notice. Review your completed application, Form I-485, and all supporting documents that were submitted as part of your application.
3. Rehearse typical interview questions: Go through typical I-485 interview questions for past work, previous residence, etc. Practicing your answers to typical questions with an experienced licensed immigration attorney is even better. If you are a married green card applicant, be prepared to answer a wide variety of questions regarding your marriage to your spouse, and practice your answers with an attorney to improve your performance.
4. Dress Well For The Interview: Make a good first impression by dressing up for your interview.
5. Be Honest and Calm: Remember that it is very important to be honest in your answers as well as to remain calm during your interview. In case you are unable to answer a question posed to you, explain the circumstances as best you can and remind the officer that you are being truthful. When you are unsure of a question, ALWAYS ASK FOR CLARIFICATION - NEVER MAKE something UP that you think the officer wants to hear.

In anticipation of mandatory green card interviews for lawful permanent residents that are set to resume in 2026, it is essential to note that the greatest element of success for most applicants going through an interview is preparation for the interview. Practicing responses with a knowledgeable immigration attorney, especially for marriage-based green card applicants, is critical for a successful interview. Even after the interview, if an applicant receives a Request for Evidence (RFE) for instance within 90 days, he or she will have 87 days in which to respond to the RFE correctly. This requires great organization and having the best attorney to aid in completing the RFE properly. It is also critical to remain current with all USCIS policy updates occurring in 2026 as these will enable applicants to have the best possible interview.

Conclusion

The PERM process for employing foreign workers seeking to obtain a Green Card as permanent residents is a long and arduous process which requires the employer to:

1. Define the duties for potential future employees
2. Determine the prevailing wage required for such employees
3. Conduct extensive advertising for applicants for the particular employment opportunity
4. Compile and prepare extensive documentation supporting the I-140 permanent labor certification application (Petition for Permanent Labor Certification) and the subsequent application for adjustment of status to a permanent resident (Application for Permanent Residency) filed by the foreign employee on Form I-485.

Here are the crucial elements that play a very important role in the PERM Green Card process for foreign workers that will help an employer with the processing of bringing in highly skilled foreign workers to his/her U.S. company to work and also to help the foreign worker to obtain his/her Permanent Residency, or “Green Card.”

It is common for there to be delays and/or complications while processing highly skilled foreign workers. However, with the proper guidance through the PERM Green Card process that the Vasquez Law Firm can provide an employer, the processing of an application for Permanent Residency for his/her future employee will be a timely one. We are available 24/7 to address any urgent matters that may arise. We are very empathetic to the needs and concerns of our clients, and are able to work with them to meet their financial needs. We have many payment plans from which to choose, and we offer Free Initial Consultations. So contact us today to see how we can be of assistance in processing a Green Card for your foreign workers - it will greatly benefit your business and the local community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components to define in a job description for PERM green card purposes?

The key components include the job title, detailed duties, minimum requirements, preferred qualifications, future job duties, inclusivity, state wage agency filing, record keeping, notice of filing, ability to pay, and recruitment timeframe.

Why is the job title important in a job description?

The job title is crucial as it should accurately reflect the specific job duties and be typical for jobs in the industry, helping to attract the right candidates.

What should be included in the duties section of a job description?

The duties section should provide a detailed description of the responsibilities associated with the job, rather than just a general title, to ensure the right candidates apply.

What are minimum requirements in a job description?

Minimum requirements specify the qualifications needed for the job, such as educational background and years of experience, which candidates must meet to be considered.

What are preferred qualifications, and should they be included?

Preferred qualifications are additional skills or experiences that are not mandatory but would be advantageous for a candidate to possess. Including them is optional.

Why is it important to anticipate future job duties in the PERM process?

Anticipating future job duties is important because changes to the job description during the processing time can require starting the PERM application process over from the beginning.

How does the job description promote inclusivity?

The job description should avoid unintentionally restricting the pool of qualified U.S. applicants, encouraging a diverse range of candidates to apply.

What is the process for requesting a prevailing wage determination from the Department of Labor (DOL)?

Employers must complete the ETA-9141 form, accurately describe the job duties, and submit it to the DOL, which typically takes 60 days or less for processing.

What should employers do after receiving the prevailing wage determination?

Employers should review the wage determination and ensure it aligns with their job description and requirements, making adjustments if necessary.

What recruitment efforts are required after receiving the prevailing wage determination?

Employers must file a job order with the State Workforce Agency for at least 30 days, run two advertisements in local newspapers, and post the job internally for at least 10 business days.

How should employers document their recruitment efforts?

Employers should retain copies of all advertisements, job orders, and applications to demonstrate compliance with Department of Labor regulations and to defend against audits.

What is the average time to receive a PERM green card as of August 2025?

The average time to receive a PERM green card is 472 days.

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1. Determine Job Duties and Minimum Requirements
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2. Request Prevailing Wage Determination from DOL
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3. Conduct Recruitment Efforts
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4. Submit ETA Form 9089 to DOL
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5. File Form I-140 Immigrant Petition
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6. Wait for Priority Date to Become Current
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7. File Form I-485 with USCIS
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8. Attend Biometrics Appointment
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9. Prepare for and Attend USCIS Interview
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