In a recent development, Amazon Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) has reportedly declared that it will not be sponsoring any new U.S. Green Cards for foreign workers for the rest of the year.
What Happened: Amazon had informed its employees earlier this year about its decision to extend the pause on all new PERM filings through 2024, business Insider reported on Wednesday based on an internal announcement.
The PERM process, managed by the U.S. Department of Labor, is the initial step toward obtaining a Green Card. This process ensures that the entry of foreign workers does not negatively impact job opportunities, wages, and working conditions for U.S. workers.
Amazon first put a halt to PERM applications in 2023. After reviewing “labor market conditions and immigrant requirements,” the company decided to continue this suspension until the end of 2024.
The memo stated, “It was determined that we are unable to continue with PERM filings through 2024.”
Amazon’s spokesperson Margaret Callahan responded to Benzinga’s queries over email.
“Due to government requirements for the Green Card process, we have temporarily paused our permanent labor certification program. We know this is difficult for affected employees, and we're working hard to support them and find alternate immigration pathways as soon as possible,” she mentioned.
Callahan also noted that Amazon is working to ensure ...