Question 1

Does Vestas American WIND Technology, INC. sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Vestas American WIND Technology, INC. has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 491 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 Vestas American WIND Technology, INC., the median processing time from filing to decision has been 491 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 Vestas American WIND Technology, 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 Vestas American WIND Technology, INC.'s PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Vestas American WIND Technology, INC. has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2024	2	2	491
2023	1	1	520
2017	1	1	111

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Sales Director G-100-24341-525137	$178,256	Portland, OR	Dec 6, 2024	Apr 10, 2026	490	Certified
Engineering Manager G-100-24331-500435	$135,000	Portland, OR	Nov 26, 2024	Apr 2, 2026	492	Certified
Specialist, Blades Engineering G-100-23249-323197	$120,000	Portland, OR	Sep 6, 2023	Feb 7, 2025	520	Certified - Expired
Project Lead/Installation Manager (Technician III) A-17129-36034	$78,600	Portland, OR	May 26, 2017	Sep 14, 2017	111	Certified

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