Schedule A PERM Labor Certification
A streamlined, pre-certified labor certification process designation by the Department of Labor for shortage occupations (e.g., nurses, physical therapists), enabling immediate EB-2 or EB-3 petition filing without the traditional labor market test associated with individual PERM processing—accelerating green card timelines significantly.
Program Details
Eligibility
For DOL-designated shortage occupations (e.g., nurses, physical therapists) indicated on the DOL’s Schedule A list of occupations, allowing direct I-140 filing without individual PERM.
Duration
A reduced timeline to submission of the PERM labor certification application, however, still subject to per-country limitations/backlogs and government processing timelines.
These summaries are intended for informational purposes and reflect current U.S. immigration frameworks as administered by USCIS and the Department of State. For case-specific eligibility, strategy, or filing, consultation with an experienced immigration attorney is recommended.
How Can We Help?
Initial Assessment and Eligibility
We confirm the offered position's Schedule A designation as well as the candidate’s qualifications for Exceptional Ability in light of the company’s short-term and long-term objectives with an eye towards compliance and continued work authorization for the employee.
Strategy and Documentation
We leverage pre-certification for speed and the utmost standards of regulatory compliance.
Petition Preparation and Submission
We provide experienced guidance to employers to efficiently navigate the process and maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance from the outset of the process, through the I-140 Immigrant Petition and I-485 Adjustment of Status Application.
Documentation Compilation
We assemble the needed documentation for application submission and ongoing document retention and compliance purposes.
Filing and Post-Submission
We file the application online with the USDOL and assist with post-submission matters, including audit responses and nonimmigrant extensions of work authorization.