For an American business, hiring workers from overseas is not as simple as finding a good candidate and helping that person get a work visa. The U.S. Department of Labor requires all businesses seeking to hire immigrants to get a PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) labor certification before employees can begin the visa process. The program is intended to ensure that foreign workers do not take jobs from U.S. workers. The process is complicated and time-sensitive. A business will usually need help of an experienced immigration attorney to guide them through the process, step by step.
Requirements for labor certification
Labor certification is important for companies hiring second-preference workers, such as those with advanced degrees and at least five years of experience. It will also often be required for third-preference workers, including skilled and unskilled laborers. Businesses applying for a labor certification have to meet several requirements, including:
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