Question 1

Does Forward Networks, Inc. sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Forward Networks, Inc. has filed 8 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 6 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 361 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 Forward Networks, Inc., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 361 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 Forward Networks, 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 Forward Networks, Inc.'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Forward Networks, Inc. has a 100% PERM approval rate across 8 total applications (6 certified, 0 denied, 2 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2024	4	2	2	487
2023	1	1	0	493
2022	1	1	0	298
2018	1	1	0	100
2017	1	1	0	87

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Member of Technical Staff G-100-24243-307744	$189,000	Santa Clara, CA	Aug 30, 2024	Dec 29, 2025	486	Certified
Member of Technical Staff G-100-24242-303645	$210,000	Santa Clara, CA	Aug 29, 2024	Dec 29, 2025	487	Certified
Principal Engineer G-100-24207-223414	$240,000	Santa Clara, CA	Jul 25, 2024	Sep 22, 2025	424	Withdrawn
Member of Technical Staff G-100-24177-147248	$234,062	Santa Clara, CA	Jun 25, 2024	Dec 27, 2024	185	Withdrawn
Member of Technical Staff G-100-23255-337603	$145,000	Santa Clara, CA	Sep 11, 2023	Jan 16, 2025	493	Certified - Expired
Member of Technical Staff A-22179-80175	$150,000	Santa Clara, CA	Aug 5, 2022	May 30, 2023	298	Certified
Member of Technical Staff A-18310-38284	$145,000	Palo Alto, CA	Dec 10, 2018	Mar 20, 2019	100	Certified-Expired
Member of Technical Staff A-17117-30867	$160,000	Palo Alto, CA	Jun 19, 2017	Sep 14, 2017	87	Certified

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