Question 1

Does Canadian Solar (USA) sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Canadian Solar (USA) has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 244 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 Canadian Solar (USA), the median processing time from filing to decision has been 244 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 Canadian Solar (USA)?

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 Canadian Solar (USA)'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Canadian Solar (USA) has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2024	1	1	477
2023	1	1	440
2019	2	2	47

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Senior Analyst Distribution and Logistics G-100-24099-866543	$97,552	Walnut Creek, CA	Apr 8, 2024	Jul 29, 2025	477	Certified
Planning Specialist G-100-23273-401501	$79,000	Walnut Creek, CA	Sep 29, 2023	Dec 12, 2024	440	Certified - Expired
Senior Internal Auditor A-19177-23580	$94,187	Walnut Creek, CA	Jun 30, 2019	Aug 16, 2019	47	Certified
Senior Tax Analyst A-19177-23538	$106,621	Walnut Creek, CA	Jun 30, 2019	Aug 16, 2019	47	Certified

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