PERM
PERM labor certification process from recruitment through approval — prevailing wage requests, job posting requirements, audit triggers, supervised recruitment, and processing timelines at the DOL.
Denied PERM Can Jeopardize H-1B 7th-Year Extension Under AC21 Rules
Navigate H-1B transfers, AC21 extensions, and the 6-year limit. Learn how PERM denials affect status and why the 30-day appeal window is vital in 2026.
H-4 Worker Faces Green Card Delay After Merger Blocks PERM Labor Certification
Corporate mergers can invalidate pending PERM cases if new owners refuse Successor in Interest status, causing years of…
Department of Labor and OMB Push H-1B Visa Wage Rule Closer to Final
The DOL and DHS are raising H-1B wage standards and implementing a wage-weighted lottery for FY 2027, prioritizing…
Cabinet, Work Permit Approvals, Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda has centralized its work permit system to favor local recruitment. Under the new rules, employers…
Pause Act Targets OPT and Seeks to Reshape H-1B Program
The H-1B landscape is shifting toward a wage-based selection model starting February 2026. While the legislative PAUSE Act…
Illinois Expands Privacy Protections for Mismatch Letters Under SB 2339 Public Act 104-0455
Illinois SB 2339, effective December 2025, mandates that employers provide five-day notice for SSA mismatch notifications and grants…
N3bn Spent to Sponsor Nigerians for H-1B Visas According to Uscis Data
The FY 2027 H-1B season introduces higher fees and tighter regulations for U.S. employers. A reported N3.23 billion…
DOL Pauses Some PERM Processing Ahead of Government Shutdown January 30, 2026
A potential government shutdown on January 30, 2026, could suspend Department of Labor PERM processing. While USCIS stays…
Mohre Says Workers Must Hold 12 Permits in United Arab Emirates
The UAE's 12-permit framework by MoHRE regulates private-sector employment, covering everything from overseas recruitment to student internships. Effective…
U.S. Confirms Seasonal Work Permits H-2B Program Under Deliberation
The U.S. government has authorized 35,000 supplemental H-2B visas for FY 2026, a 50% reduction from prior years.…