Labor Certification
/ˈleɪbər ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A certification issued by the Department of Labor confirming that no qualified U.S. workers are available for a specific job, allowing an employer to hire a foreign worker under certain immigration programs.
The employer must obtain a labor certification before filing an immigrant petition for the foreign worker.
Forms
- labor certification
- labor certifications
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Commentary
Primarily used in U.S. immigration law; accurate understanding of procedural requirements is critical for compliance.
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