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Empowering international professionals to verify potential H-1B sponsors using real data is crucial. This guide details how to interpret U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) LCA data, understand company filing patterns, and identify red flags, leveraging Get Wisa's database and key 2026 statistics for informed decision-making.
| Feature | Data Point | Trend vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Verified Sponsors in Wisa | 45,000+ | ↑ 15% |
| H-1B Filing Records | 323,617 | ↑ 4% |
| PERM Records | 283,422 | ↑ 5% |
| PWD Records | 227,820 | ↑ 6% |
| Top H-1B Filer (Amazon) | 55,150 | ↑ 5% |
| Top H-1B Filer (Microsoft) | 34,626 | ↑ 3% |
Our analysis of DOL data reveals that companies with a high volume of PERM filings but a disproportionately low number of approved I-140s (indicating successful green card sponsorship) can be a red flag. This suggests potential issues with the employer's long-term sponsorship commitment or ability to navigate the green card process.
Before accepting an offer, verify the employer's I-140 approval rate on Get Wisa. Companies with high PERM filing counts but low approvals are potential red flags for long-term sponsorship commitment beyond H-1B.
In 2026, verifying H-1B sponsor legitimacy is more critical than ever, especially with the wage-weighted lottery and evolving processing requirements. Get Wisa's extensive database, containing over 45,000 verified sponsors and millions of DOL records, provides the essential data for this verification process.
Analyzing company filing patterns, such as the number of H-1B, PERM, and PWD applications, offers insights into a sponsor's activity and commitment. Identifying potential red flags, like a high number of PERM filings with few subsequent green card approvals, is key to making informed career decisions.
Examining the filing data of top companies provides context for sponsor verification:
Q: How can I verify if a company is a legitimate H-1B sponsor?
A: Use Get Wisa to check a company's historical H-1B, PERM, and PWD filing data. A large number of filings and consistent approvals indicate a strong sponsorship history.
Q: What are red flags when analyzing H-1B sponsor data?
A: Red flags include a high volume of PERM filings with very few subsequent I-140 approvals, frequent wage disputes, or a lack of consistent H-1B filings over time.
Q: How many H-1B filings does Get Wisa have data for?
A: Get Wisa's database contains records for over 323,617 H-1B filings, providing a comprehensive view of employer sponsorship activity.
Q: Can I see a company's PERM and PWD filing history?
A: Yes, Get Wisa provides access to 283,422 PERM records and 227,820 PWD records, allowing for a thorough analysis of a sponsor's immigration process history.
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Search H-1B Sponsors on Wisa →Use Get Wisa to check a company's historical H-1B, PERM, and PWD filing data. A large number of filings and consistent approvals indicate a strong sponsorship history.
Red flags include a high volume of PERM filings with very few subsequent I-140 approvals, frequent wage disputes, or a lack of consistent H-1B filings over time.
Get Wisa's database contains records for over 323,617 H-1B filings, providing a comprehensive view of employer sponsorship activity.
Yes, Get Wisa provides access to 283,422 PERM records and 227,820 PWD records, allowing for a thorough analysis of a sponsor's immigration process history.