Your essential guide to due diligence for secure H-1B sponsorship.
Choosing the right H-1B sponsor is critical for ensuring long-term status continuity. This comprehensive guide details how to verify potential employers using public DOL data and Get Wisa's resources, empowering you to make informed decisions in 2026.
| Feature | Data Point | Trend vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Verified Sponsors (Wisa DB) | 45,000+ | ↑ 12% |
| H-1B Filing Records (Wisa DB) | 323,617 | ↑ 8% |
| PERM Records (Wisa DB) | 283,422 | ↑ 7% |
| Top H-1B Filing Companies | Amazon (55,150), Microsoft (34,626), Google (33,416) | ↑ 5-10% |
| New Form I-129 Mandatory | April 2026 | New |
Our analysis of DOL data reveals that while top sponsors like Amazon (55,150 filings) and Microsoft (34,626 filings) have extensive sponsorship histories, a significant number of smaller, specialized companies also offer reliable H-1B sponsorship. Verifying these smaller employers requires a deeper dive into their PERM approval rates and wage data, available on Get Wisa.
When verifying a potential H-1B sponsor, look beyond just the number of filings. Check their PERM approval rates and the average wages offered. Companies with a high number of filings but a low approval rate, or wages significantly below the market average, may pose a risk to your status continuity.
In 2026, ensuring status continuity hinges on selecting a legitimate and capable H-1B sponsor. With over 45,000 verified sponsors in Get Wisa's database and 323,617 H-1B filing records, professionals have access to extensive data for due diligence.
The introduction of the new Form I-129 in April 2026 necessitates that employers are up-to-date with all USCIS requirements. Verifying a sponsor's history of compliance and successful filings, particularly concerning PERM processing times (averaging 503 days), is crucial for a stable H-1B journey.
Major H-1B sponsors like Amazon (55,150 filings), Microsoft (34,626 filings), and Google (33,416 filings) have a proven track record of consistent sponsorship. Their large volume of filings indicates a robust infrastructure for managing the H-1B process and ensuring employee status continuity.
Beyond these tech giants, companies like Infosys (32,840 filings) and Tata (28,950 filings) also represent significant sponsorship activity. Verifying their PERM approval rates and wage data on Get Wisa can provide further assurance of their reliability as sponsors.
Q: How can I verify if a company is a legitimate H-1B sponsor?
A: Check public DOL data for LCA filings, wage data, and PERM applications. Get Wisa aggregates this information, showing 45,000+ verified sponsors with detailed filing histories.
Q: What red flags should I look for when verifying an H-1B sponsor?
A: High filing numbers with low PERM approval rates, significantly below-market wages, or frequent LCA amendments can be red flags. Use Get Wisa to cross-reference these metrics.
Q: How does the new Form I-129 affect sponsor verification?
A: The new Form I-129, mandatory from April 2026, requires employers to use updated procedures. Verifying a sponsor's ability to adapt to these changes is part of due diligence.
Q: What is the benefit of using Get Wisa for sponsor verification?
A: Get Wisa provides access to over 323,617 H-1B filing records and 283,422 PERM records, allowing for data-driven verification of a sponsor's history and reliability for status continuity.
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Search H-1B Sponsors on Wisa →Check public DOL data for LCA filings, wage data, and PERM applications. Get Wisa aggregates this information, showing 45,000+ verified sponsors with detailed filing histories.
High filing numbers with low PERM approval rates, significantly below-market wages, or frequent LCA amendments can be red flags. Use Get Wisa to cross-reference these metrics.
The new Form I-129, mandatory from April 2026, requires employers to use updated procedures. Verifying a sponsor's ability to adapt to these changes is part of due diligence.
Get Wisa provides access to over 323,617 H-1B filing records and 283,422 PERM records, allowing for data-driven verification of a sponsor's history and reliability for status continuity.