Question 1

Does University AT Albany, SUNY sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University AT Albany, SUNY has filed 17 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 17 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 68 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 University AT Albany, SUNY, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 68 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 University AT Albany, SUNY?

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 University AT Albany, SUNY's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

University AT Albany, SUNY has a 100% PERM approval rate across 17 total applications (17 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	11	11	0	0	59
2016	6	6	0	0	81

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-17164-50302	$78,000	Albany, NY	Jun 21, 2017	Sep 21, 2017	92	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17145-43145	$95,000	Albany, NY	May 31, 2017	Aug 22, 2017	83	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17144-42317	$65,000	Albany, NY	May 25, 2017	Aug 1, 2017	68	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17111-28289	$100,000	Albany, NY	Apr 24, 2017	Jun 13, 2017	50	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17109-26830	$100,000	Albany, NY	Apr 24, 2017	Jun 13, 2017	50	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17109-26946	$67,500	Albany, NY	Apr 20, 2017	Jun 13, 2017	54	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17101-23658	$102,000	Albany, NY	Apr 19, 2017	Jun 9, 2017	51	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17097-22487	$105,000	Albany, NY	Apr 14, 2017	Jun 9, 2017	56	Certified
Lecturer A-17100-23114	$45,000	Albany, NY	Apr 11, 2017	Jun 9, 2017	59	Certified
Assistant Coach A-17026-95828	$42,000	Albany, NY	Feb 3, 2017	Apr 20, 2017	76	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17009-88853	$72,500	Albany, NY	Jan 17, 2017	Mar 30, 2017	72	Certified-Expired
Assistant Coach A-16258-52446	$46,678	Albany, NY	Nov 1, 2016	Feb 1, 2017	92	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16238-46562	$69,000	Albany, NY	Sep 1, 2016	Nov 28, 2016	88	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16229-42842	$68,000	Albany, NY	Aug 19, 2016	Oct 20, 2016	62	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16225-41963	$75,000	Albany, NY	Aug 16, 2016	Oct 20, 2016	65	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16218-39725	$66,500	Albany, NY	Aug 7, 2016	Oct 25, 2016	79	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16190-30753	$70,000	Albany, NY	Jul 14, 2016	Oct 13, 2016	91	Certified-Expired

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