For U.S. employers pursuing employment-based immigration, PERM labor certification is often the first and most important step. The process requires strict compliance with Department of Labor rules, including wage determinations and recruitment obligations. An approved PERM confirms that the foreign worker is qualified and that no U.S. workers were unfairly displaced, allowing employers to move forward with the green card sponsorship process.
Learn more here: https://us-ilc.com/practice-areas/labor-certification/