Out of the 130,000 H-1B visas granted in 2024, 24,766 were obtained by Indian tech firms, such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys, accounting for roughly 20% of the total.
US businesses can temporarily hire foreign workers for specialized positions through the H-1B visa program.
TCS, Infosys Account for 20% Of Total H-1B Visas Granted in 2024
Infosys received 8,140 H-1B visas, making it the most favored Indian company. With 5,274 visas, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) came in second among Indian businesses. Another significant recipient with Indian ancestry was HCL America, which obtained 2,953 H-1B visas.
With 9,265 approvals, Amazon Com Services LLC was the top sponsor of H-1B visas overall in 2024. With 6,321 H-1B visas issued, Cognizant Technology Solutions came in third place overall.
Other prominent US tech companies with significant H-1B visa approvals include:
Google LLC: 5,364 approvals
Meta Platforms Inc: 4,844 approvals
Microsoft Corporation: 4,725 approvals
Apple Inc: 3,873 approvals
IBM Corporation: 2,906 approvals
Wipro: 1,634 approvals
Tech Mahindra: 1,199 approvals
Divergent Views on H-1B Visa
Divergent views on the H-1B visa program’s economic impact have generated a great deal of discussion in US political circles. The CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, Elon Musk, is a fervent supporter of the H-1B program, citing its value in preserving a pool of highly qualified workers that are vital to the American economy.
Donald Trump, the president of the United States, also called the H-1B visa program a “great program” and reaffirmed his support for skilled professionals working in the United States. Trump brushed aside criticism of the H-1B visa program, reiterating its function in luring highly qualified foreign workers to the United States, including engineers and computer scientists.
As the 2025 fiscal year approaches, prospective H-1B visa applicants should prepare for the various costs involved in applying for this highly sought-after work visa. The H-1B program, which permits U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations, comes with several fees that can vary based on the petition type and the size of the employer.
