FY2025 Approval Rate96.1%445 of 463 petitions
FY2025 At a Glance
Total Petitions463
Approved445
YoY Volume-15.7%
Rate Change YoY-0.4pp
FY2025 Approval Breakdown
H-1B petitions are split into initial employment (new hires) and continuing employment (extensions/transfers).
Initial Employment (New Hires)
95.7%93 petitions
89 approved4 denied
Continuing Employment (Extensions)
96.2%370 petitions
356 approved14 denied
Year-over-Year Comparison
FY2024 vs FY2025 petition volumes and approval rates.
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Approvals | 112 | 89 | -20.5% |
| Initial Denials | 2 | 4 | +100.0% |
| Continuing Approvals | 418 | 356 | -14.8% |
| Continuing Denials | 17 | 14 | -17.6% |
| Total Petitions | 549 | 463 | -15.7% |
| Total Approved | 530 | 445 | -16.0% |
What This Means for H-1B Applicants
Sponsorship Likelihood
Unisys Corporation filed 463 H-1B petitions in FY2025, making it a active H-1B sponsor. Petition volume decreased 16% year-over-year.
Approval Rate Context
A 96.1% approval rate is above average, suggesting well-prepared petitions.
Extensions & Transfers
356 continuing employment petitions (extensions and transfers) were filed, with a 96.2% approval rate. This reflects the employer's track record of supporting existing H-1B workers.
Source: USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub. Data reflects FY2024–FY2025 petition decisions. Not legal advice — consult a qualified immigration attorney for case-specific guidance.Official USCIS Data Hub