Question 1

Does Software Paradigms International, INC. sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Software Paradigms International, INC. has filed 12 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 11 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 71 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 Software Paradigms International, INC., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 71 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 Software Paradigms International, 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 Software Paradigms International, INC.'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Software Paradigms International, INC. has a 91.7% PERM approval rate across 12 total applications (11 certified, 1 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	4	3	1	0	80
2016	8	8	0	0	63

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
ST LOUIS CITY A-16348-80197	$89,000	St. Louis, MO	Feb 13, 2017	May 11, 2017	87	Certified
Associate Technical Lead A-17016-91367	$76,000	Atlanta, GA	Jan 19, 2017	Apr 3, 2017	74	Certified-Expired
Associate Technical Developer A-16326-73291	$79,000	Atlanta, GA	Jan 12, 2017	Apr 6, 2017	84	Denied
Technical Project Manager A-16342-78159	$96,000	Bradenton, FL	Jan 6, 2017	Mar 27, 2017	80	Certified-Expired
Associate Technical Lead A-16294-63772	$114,000	Johns Creek, GA	Nov 7, 2016	Jan 10, 2017	64	Certified-Expired
Senior Developer A-16281-59973	$90,000	Mason, OH	Nov 1, 2016	Jan 12, 2017	72	Certified-Expired
Software Engineer A-16235-44733	$96,000	Bradenton, FL	Aug 26, 2016	Oct 19, 2016	54	Certified-Expired
Java Developer A-16127-06710	$80,000	Johns Creek, GA	Aug 26, 2016	Oct 25, 2016	60	Certified-Expired
Associate Technical Architect A-16127-06602	$95,000	Johns Creek, GA	Aug 26, 2016	Oct 25, 2016	60	Certified-Expired
Software Engineer A-16214-37800	$76,000	Johns Creek, GA	Aug 18, 2016	Oct 27, 2016	70	Certified-Expired
Technical Development Lead A-16126-06123	$120,000	Johns Creek, GA	Aug 18, 2016	Oct 19, 2016	62	Certified-Expired
Technical Lead A-16166-21463	$80,000	Johns Creek, GA	Jul 20, 2016	Oct 11, 2016	83	Certified-Expired

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