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 3rd Eye, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 405 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

How long does it take to get a green card through 3rd Eye?

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 3rd Eye's PERM approval rate?

3rd Eye has a 100% PERM approval rate across 20 total applications (20 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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

Chattanooga, TN

1,192 employees

Est. 1906

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3rd Eye — Green Card PERM Data

3rd Eye PERM & Green Card Filings

Does 3rd Eye sponsor green cards? Yes. Below is every PERM labor certification filing by 3rd Eye, 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

13 monthsApprox.

Green Card Commitment

39.2%

High

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 11 PERM filings in the last year.

Unusual Job Requirements

10 of 11 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	386
2024	9	9	496
2023	2	2	388
2022	2	2	339
2021	2	2	138
2020	1	1	178
2016	1	1	99

All PERM Filings

20 total

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Engineer III Electrical G-100-25154-045864	$85,000	Fort Payne, AL	Jun 3, 2025	Jun 22, 2026	384	Certified
Lead Quality Assurance Automation Engineer G-100-25153-042059	$89,877	Chattanooga, TN	Jun 2, 2025	Jun 23, 2026	386	Certified
Engineer II G-100-25108-880890	$88,520	Fort Payne, AL	Apr 18, 2025	Jun 2, 2026	410	Certified
Technical Services Engineer G-100-24352-551473	$101,229	Fort Payne, AL	Dec 17, 2024	Apr 15, 2026	484	Certified
Manufacturing Engineer G-100-24346-534322	$102,249	Fort Payne, AL	Dec 11, 2024	Apr 9, 2026	484	Certified
Supervisor, Electrical Development G-100-24332-504593	$110,000	Fort Payne, AL	Nov 27, 2024	Apr 1, 2026	490	Certified
Lead Data Developer G-100-24320-477441	$130,000	Chattanooga, TN	Nov 15, 2024	Mar 25, 2026	495	Certified
Technical Training Manager G-100-24284-398540	$97,000	Chattanooga, TN	Oct 10, 2024	Mar 9, 2026	515	Certified
DevOps Lead Engineer G-100-24283-395459	$145,000	Chattanooga, TN	Oct 9, 2024	Mar 5, 2026	512	Certified
Engineer IV, Mechanical G-100-24197-197289	$111,218	Chattanooga, TN	Jul 15, 2024	Dec 3, 2025	506	Certified - Expired
Engineer IV, Mechanical G-100-24197-197091	$111,218	Chattanooga, TN	Jul 15, 2024	Dec 3, 2025	506	Certified - Expired
Manager, Sustaining Engineering G-100-24065-772498	$130,000	Fort Payne, AL	Mar 5, 2024	Jul 14, 2025	496	Certified
Manufacturing Engineer A-23103-27142	$100,152	Fort Payne, AL	May 31, 2023	Jun 10, 2024	376	Certified
Senior Automation Test Engineer A-22307-51197	$127,504	Austin, TX	Feb 21, 2023	Mar 26, 2024	399	Certified-Expired
Advanced Development Research Engineer, Electrical A-22187-83694	$107,726	Fort Payne, AL	Sep 8, 2022	Jul 28, 2023	323	Certified
Senior Software Engineer, Backend A-22033-06156	$128,750	Austin, TX	Mar 4, 2022	Feb 21, 2023	354	Certified-Expired
Manufacturing Engineer A-20356-35380	$79,000	Fort Payne, AL	Mar 23, 2021	Aug 4, 2021	134	Certified
Supplier Manufacturing Engineer A-21018-43206	$75,000	Chattanooga, TN	Mar 16, 2021	Aug 5, 2021	142	Certified
Quality Manager A-20122-49431	$108,000	Fort Payne, AL	Jun 8, 2020	Dec 3, 2020	178	Certified-Expired
Continuous Improvement Manager A-16127-06855	$85,000	Fort Payne, AL	Jul 28, 2016	Nov 4, 2016	99	Certified-Expired

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. 3rd Eye has filed 20 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 20 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 405 days.

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