Question 1

Does Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. has filed 5 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 106 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 Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 106 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 Universal Orthodontic Lab, 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 Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc.'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. has a 80% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (4 certified, 1 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2021	1	1	0	159
2019	1	0	1	—
2017	3	3	0	125

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Graphic Designer A-21008-40386	$37,690	Norwalk, CA	Jan 21, 2021	Jun 29, 2021	159	Certified
Graphic Designer A-18355-55954	$32,864	Norwalk, CA	Jan 15, 2019	May 1, 2019	106	Denied
Graphic Designer A-17305-05812	N/A	NORWALK, CA	Nov 9, 2017	Jul 9, 2018	242	Certified
Publication Designer A-17131-37225	$33,634	Whittier, CA	May 19, 2017	Jul 26, 2017	68	Certified
Market Analyst A-17089-19214	$37,149	Whittier, CA	Apr 3, 2017	Jun 8, 2017	66	Certified

Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. — Green Card PERM Data

Universal Orthodontic Lab, Inc. PERM & Green Card Filings

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