Question 1

Does Universal Processing, LLC sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Universal Processing, LLC has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 330 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 Processing, LLC, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 330 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 Processing, LLC?

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. See the risk factors section above for Universal Processing, LLC's specific audit triggers.

Question 5

What is Universal Processing, LLC's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Universal Processing, LLC has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (3 certified, 0 denied, 1 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days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	2	1	1	499
2023	1	1	0	403
2017	1	1	0	256

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Processing Analyst G-100-24158-078628	$108,500	New York, NY	Jun 6, 2024	Dec 3, 2024	180	Withdrawn
Business Development Manager G-100-24064-767568	$180,000	New York, NY	Mar 4, 2024	Jul 16, 2025	499	Certified
TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTATION ANALYST G-100-23195-191162	$90,750	HOUSTON, TX	Jul 14, 2023	Aug 20, 2024	403	Certified
MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST A-17151-44600	N/A	NEW YORK, NY	Jun 12, 2017	Feb 23, 2018	256	Certified-Expired

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