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Find Your H-1B Sponsor: 45,000+ Verified Companies on Wisa

The most comprehensive H-1B sponsor database built from U.S. DOL public filings — free to search, filter, and verify.

With FY2027 H-1B selections rolling out in April 2026, verifying your potential employer's sponsorship history has never been more critical. Wisa indexes 45,348 verified companies from Department of Labor records so you can search by state, wage level, job category, and cap-exempt status — all for free.

⚡ Quick Intelligence Snapshot

  • 🔹 Bottom Line: Wisa is the largest free H-1B sponsor search engine with 45,348 verified companies from DOL public filings — search live at getwisa.com
  • 🔹 Key Stat: 323,617 H-1B filings indexed across all 50 states with wage level, approval rate, and job category filters
  • 🔹 Action: Search verified sponsors now at getwisa.com

2026 H-1B Sponsor Database Intelligence

Feature Data Point Trend vs 2025
Total Companies Indexed45,348↑ 8% more sponsors
Total H-1B Filings323,617↑ 12% filing volume
PERM Filings Indexed283,422↑ Green card pipeline
Top SponsorAmazon (55,150 filings)↑ Still #1 by volume
Median Salary (All Filings)$118,000↑ 6% wage growth
Cap-Exempt Employers4,200+ universities/nonprofits↑ Growing category

Expert Analysis: Why Sponsor Verification Matters More in 2026

📊 Information Gain Perspective

Our analysis of 323,617 filings reveals that 18% of companies listed on job boards as "H-1B sponsors" have zero actual DOL filings in the past 3 years. These phantom sponsors waste months of candidates' time. Wisa only indexes companies with verified filing records — eliminating this costly blind spot.

💡 Pro Tip

Before accepting any offer, check the employer's wage level distribution on Wisa. Companies filing mostly Level 1 wages have significantly lower lottery odds under the new wage-weighted system — Level 1 selection is just 15% versus 62% for Level 4. A "sponsorship" offer at Level 1 wages is nearly worthless in 2026.

How to Use Wisa's H-1B Sponsor Search

Wisa aggregates DOL Labor Condition Application data into an instant search platform. Type any company name, job title, city, or state and get real filing data in seconds. Key filters include:

  • Wage Level Filter: See Level I through IV distributions — critical for lottery odds under the wage-weighted system
  • State/City Search: Find sponsors in your target geography
  • Cap-Exempt Toggle: Identify universities, research institutions, and nonprofits exempt from the H-1B cap
  • Job Category: Search by SOC code or job title for industry-specific results

With FY2027 selections at 35.3% odds and the new $100K consular processing fee, choosing the right sponsor has never carried higher financial stakes. A verified sponsor with strong filing history, Level 3+ wages, and high approval rates dramatically improves your chances.

Real Sponsorship Examples from Wisa

🔍 Amazon — 55,150 H-1B filings | Top roles: Software Development Engineer ($165K median), Data Engineer ($152K) | Approval rate: 97% | Files at Level 3-4 predominantly

🔍 Google — 33,416 H-1B filings | Top roles: Software Engineer ($178K median), Research Scientist ($185K) | Approval rate: 98% | Almost exclusively Level 3-4 wages

🔍 JPMorgan Chase — 12,400 H-1B filings | Top roles: Software Engineer ($155K), Financial Analyst ($130K) | Approval rate: 96% | Growing Level 3 filings in fintech roles

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many H-1B sponsor companies does Wisa track in its database?

Wisa indexes 45,348 verified H-1B sponsor companies with 323,617 total filings from U.S. Department of Labor public records. The database includes filing history, wage levels, approval rates, and job categories. All data is free to search at getwisa.com.

Can I filter H-1B sponsors by wage level on Wisa to check my lottery odds?

Yes. Wisa lets you filter sponsors by wage Level I through IV. Under the 2026 wage-weighted lottery, Level 1 has 15% selection odds while Level 4 has 62%. Checking your employer's typical filing level reveals your realistic chances before you commit.

Does Wisa show cap-exempt H-1B employers like universities and nonprofits?

Yes. Wisa indexes over 4,200 cap-exempt employers including universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government research labs. Cap-exempt positions are not subject to the H-1B annual cap or lottery, making them valuable alternatives for non-selected candidates.

How do I verify an employer actually sponsors H-1B visas before accepting a job offer?

Search the company name on getwisa.com to see their verified DOL filing history, number of petitions, wage levels, approval rates, and job titles filed. Companies with zero recent filings claiming they sponsor are red flags — 18% of job board sponsors have no actual DOL records.

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