Image: Pexels
19 Nov 2025
Top Tech Firms Dominating H-1B Visa List In 2025
Image: Pexels
Amid tighter US visa regulations and steep fee hikes, America's dependence on foreign skilled workers through the H-1B programme continues to grow
A new analysis by the National Foundation for American Policy (NFAP) suggests that the country's largest tech firms are relying more than ever on global talent
Image: Pexels
The findings challenge long-standing claims that Indian IT companies dominate H-1B hiring
Image: Pexels
Instead, the data shows that US-based technology and consulting firms are now leading H-1B recruitment, while Indian firms have scaled back their use of the visa route
Image: Pexels
Graduating in January helps students enter the job market when competition dips, improving access to internships and full-time roles
Image: Pexels
Amazon alone received 4,644 approvals, up from 3,871 in 2024. The company currently employs more than 14,500 workers on H-1B visas
Image: Pexels
January intake often ensures smoother processing cycles, reducing peak-season delays across admissions, documents, and visas
Image: Pexels
Meta followed with 1,555 approvals, nearly double its number from last year. Microsoft secured 1,394 visas, while Google received 1,050 approvals
Image: Pexels
Apple ranked sixth with 823 approved visas. Massive investments in AI and cloud technologies are driving this sharp rise in specialised hiring
Image: Pexels
The data shows strong demand across tech, consulting, finance, and chip manufacturing, with banks and professional services among top recruiters
Image: Pexels
Check More Stories
Image: Pexels
ndtv.com