Question 1

Does Branch Metrics, Inc. sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Branch Metrics, Inc. has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 491 days.

Question 2

What is the current PERM processing time?

Accepted Answer

The DOL processing time from PERM filing to decision typically ranges from 6 to 18 months. This does not include the prevailing wage determination (1–6 months) or the recruitment period (2–3 months) that happen before filing. For Branch Metrics, Inc., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 491 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

Question 3

How long does it take to get a green card through Branch Metrics, Inc.?

Accepted Answer

The full employer-sponsored green card timeline depends on three stages: PERM labor certification (6–18 months), I-140 petition with USCIS (4–6 months, or 15 days with premium processing), and adjustment of status or consular processing. For applicants from countries with visa backlogs like India and China, the wait for a visa number after I-140 approval can add years. The total process from start to green card typically takes 1–5+ years.

Question 4

What triggers a PERM audit?

Accepted Answer

The DOL may audit a PERM application if certain risk factors are present: layoffs within 6 months of filing, the foreign worker having an ownership interest in the company, job requirements that exceed the norm for the occupation, foreign language requirements, or combination occupations. An audit requires additional documentation but does not mean the case will be denied.

Question 5

What is Branch Metrics, Inc.'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Branch Metrics, Inc. has a 75% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (3 certified, 1 denied, 0 withdrawn). The national average PERM approval rate is approximately 85%. Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Median Processing Days
2023	2	2	0	491
2022	1	1	0	362
2016	1	0	1	—

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Senior Accountant G-100-23277-409841	$112,653	Palo Alto, CA	Oct 4, 2023	Feb 18, 2025	503	Certified - Expired
Staff Software Engineer G-100-23214-231692	$192,941	Palo Alto, CA	Aug 2, 2023	Nov 22, 2024	478	Certified - Expired
Senior Software Engineer A-22278-34065	$210,000	Palo Alto, CA	Nov 4, 2022	Nov 1, 2023	362	Certified-Expired
Director of Engineering A-16062-79174	$159,182	Palo Alto, CA	Apr 11, 2016	Sep 21, 2017	528	Denied

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