Filing LCAs Again? Here’s What HR Teams Should Keep in Mind

The Department of Labor (DOL) has resumed processing Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) and PERM filings through the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system. After weeks of downtime, employers can once again move forward with filings for H-1B, E-3, and other employment-based cases.

If you’re part of an HR or People Ops team, this is the right time to get organized. Here are a few quick reminders to keep your filings clean, compliant, and on time.

1. Check Expiring LCAs First

Start with your most time-sensitive cases, especially for employees whose H-1B or E-3 ststauses are expiring soon. A delayed renewal could disrupt work authorization, so prioritize filings that were on hold during the system outage.

2. Double-Check Every Detail

Before submitting, review your LCA carefully. Ensure the worksite address matches the actual work location (including remote or hybrid setups), and confirm that wage levels reflect current DOL data. Even small discrepancies can cause headaches later.

3. Keep Public Access Files Updated

Within one business day of filing, employers are required to make supporting documentation, such as wage data, signed forms, and posting notices, publicly accessible. Keeping this file organized protects you if the DOL audits your case later.

4. Expect Some Delays

Although the FLAG system is back, processing queues may take time to normalize. Track your case status regularly, and plan ahead for roles where work authorization timelines are tight.

5. Coordinate Internally

Filing LCAs touches multiple teams. Ensuring everyone’s aligned on wages, timelines, and case priorities can prevent small delays from turning into major bottlenecks.

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