What is the current PERM processing time?

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 HKS, Inc., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 440 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

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

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.

What triggers a PERM audit?

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.

What is HKS, Inc.'s PERM approval rate?

HKS, Inc. has a 100% PERM approval rate across 23 total applications (23 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Last Updated Aug 2026

Dallas, TX

1,154 employees

Est. 1939

hksinc.com

HKS, Inc. — Green Card PERM Data

HKS, Inc. PERM & Green Card Filings

Does HKS, Inc. sponsor green cards? Yes. Below is every PERM labor certification filing by HKS, Inc., including approval rates, PERM processing times, and salary data. The employer sponsored green card process from PERM filing to permanent residency typically takes 1 to 5+ years depending on visa category and country of birth.

Sponsors Green Cards?

Yes

2025 PERM filings

Recent processing time

14 monthsApprox.

Green Card Commitment

18.1%

Moderate

PERM Filing Risk Factors

The DOL flags certain conditions on PERM applications that may trigger an audit, a request for additional documentation before a case can be certified. These are common in certain industries and don't indicate wrongdoing. Based on 5 PERM filings in the last year.

Unusual Job Requirements

3 of 5 filings

The job requirements exceed what's standard for the occupation. The DOL checks whether requirements are tailored to the foreign worker.

PERM Filings by Quarter

PERM Processing Time by Year

Year	Filings	Certified	Median Processing Days
2025	3	3	405
2024	8	8	474
2023	8	8	420
2022	1	1	358
2017	1	1	100
2016	2	2	78

All PERM Filings

23 total

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Project Coordinator G-100-25144-016144	$109,450	Dallas, TX	May 24, 2025	Jun 13, 2026	385	Certified
Job Captain G-100-25139-993138	$88,712	Los Angeles, CA	May 19, 2025	Jun 11, 2026	388	Certified
Vision Developer G-100-25056-720574	$97,500	Dallas, TX	Feb 24, 2025	May 11, 2026	441	Certified
Medical Planner G-100-24269-365414	$95,000	Houston, TX	Sep 25, 2024	Jan 28, 2026	490	Certified
Firmwide Practice Technology Specialist (JGSINA) G-100-24269-365384	$89,000	Dallas, TX	Sep 25, 2024	Jan 28, 2026	490	Certified
Design Professional - Architect G-100-24178-151498	$77,314	Dallas, TX	Jun 26, 2024	Sep 9, 2025	440	Certified
Design Professional II - Architect G-100-24177-147554	$70,000	Dallas, TX	Jun 25, 2024	Sep 9, 2025	441	Certified
Project Interior Designer G-100-24142-021072	$83,054	Chicago, IL	May 21, 2024	Aug 26, 2025	462	Certified
Sr. Medical Planner G-100-24138-008663	$102,501	Houston, TX	May 17, 2024	Aug 26, 2025	466	Certified
Computational and Sustainable Designer G-100-24096-861716	$82,285	Los Angeles, CA	Apr 5, 2024	Aug 7, 2025	489	Certified
Architect G-100-24036-692931	$67,288	Northville, MI	Feb 5, 2024	Jun 20, 2025	501	Certified
Interior Designer G-100-23248-320661	$77,500	Los Angeles, CA	Sep 5, 2023	Dec 20, 2024	472	Certified - Expired
Interior Designer G-100-23248-320446	$77,500	Los Angeles, CA	Sep 5, 2023	Dec 20, 2024	472	Certified - Expired
Engineer (JGMEDA) G-100-23241-303671	$84,000	Dallas, TX	Aug 29, 2023	Dec 11, 2024	470	Certified - Expired
Design Professional II-Architecture (multiple openings) A-23135-42157	$77,834	Washington, DC	May 25, 2023	May 30, 2024	371	Certified
Design Professional II-Architecture (multiple openings) A-23132-41382	$77,834	Washington, DC	May 25, 2023	May 30, 2024	371	Certified
Design Professional-Architecture A-23003-81610	$67,000	Dallas, TX	Feb 2, 2023	Mar 8, 2024	400	Certified-Expired
Design Professional A-23013-87325	$66,102	Salt Lake City, UT	Jan 27, 2023	Mar 7, 2024	405	Certified-Expired
Job Captain A-23005-82559	$75,000	Austin, TX	Jan 23, 2023	Feb 26, 2024	399	Certified-Expired
Designer A-22297-44831	$70,050	Dallas, TX	Nov 1, 2022	Oct 25, 2023	358	Certified-Expired
Senior Medical Planner A-17164-50085	$86,527	New York, NY	Jun 21, 2017	Sep 29, 2017	100	Certified
Senior Designer A-16327-73819	$109,117	Dallas, TX	Dec 10, 2016	Feb 21, 2017	73	Certified-Expired
Designer II A-16314-69611	$70,000	Dallas, TX	Nov 10, 2016	Jan 31, 2017	82	Certified-Expired

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. HKS, Inc. has filed 23 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 23 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 440 days.

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