Successful Transition from TN Visa to Green Card: A Client’s Journey through PERM

Successful Transition from TN Visa to Green Card: A Client’s Journey through PERM

Navigating the intricate immigration processes is no easy task. Here, we discuss our client’s journey, over 12 years, transitioning from a TN Visa, with several changes of employers and visa statuses, to finally obtaining a green card through PERM for himself and his family. This story exemplifies our commitment and expertise in helping clients secure their U.S. permanent residency.

TN Visa Recreational Therapist to Green Card through PERM, Approved!
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TN Visa Recreational Therapist to Green Card through PERM, Approved!

Under the USCMA Canadian and Mexican citizens can qualify for TN visa status to work and live in the United States under certain professions. Many times, an employer decides to make the offer of employment permanent and sponsor the employee for US permanent residence (green card). We recently helped a Canadian citizen go from a TN Visa as Recreational Therapist to a green card through the perm process. We discuss the process and this approval here.

USCIS Update – USCIS Issues Guidance on how Employers can show Ability to Pay Wages
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USCIS Update – USCIS Issues Guidance on how Employers can show Ability to Pay Wages

On March 15, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued policy guidance on how they determine an employer’s ability to pay the proffered wage for EB1, EB2, and EB3 employment-based immigrant visa petitions. Read the full guidance here.

TN Visa IT Management Consultant to Green Card through PERM, Approved!
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TN Visa IT Management Consultant to Green Card through PERM, Approved!

Both Canadian and Mexican citizens can qualify for TN visa status to work and live in the United States. In some cases, an employer decides to make the offer of employment permanent and sponsor the employee for US permanent residence (green card). We recently helped a Canadian citizen go from a TN Visa as an IT management consultant to a green card through the perm process. We discuss the process and this approval here.

Demonstrating Your Company’s Financial Ability for the I-140 Petition Process
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Demonstrating Your Company’s Financial Ability for the I-140 Petition Process

Proving a company’s ability to pay the required wage during the I-140 Petition process can be a daunting task. This article guides employers on how to navigate this requirement effectively, discussing the necessary documents and potential pitfalls.

Navigating US Foreign Labor Certification: Your Guide to FLAG, PWD, LCA, and PERM
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Navigating US Foreign Labor Certification: Your Guide to FLAG, PWD, LCA, and PERM

The US Department of Labor (DOL) plays an essential role in managing foreign worker applications via its Office for Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC). They issue prevailing wage determinations (PWD) and permanent labor certifications (PERM) for international workforce members. It’s easy to follow the progression of your application via the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG). Keep in mind, processing periods for both PWD and PERM can fluctuate due to caseload and varying factors.

Understanding US Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Categories: Your Key to Living and Working in America
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Understanding US Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Categories: Your Key to Living and Working in America

If you are a skilled foreign worker seeking to immigrate to the United States, the US Employment-Based (EB) immigrant visa categories can offer you a pathway. We provide a detailed guide to these categories to help you understand your eligibility.