Of these, 72 were approved (96%), while three were denied (4%).
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, higher than 2023's 97.3%. Statewide, New York employers across all industries submitted 28,636 petitions during the same period, achieving an approval rate of 98.4%.
The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings in New York during 2024, with 8,748 petitions (30.6% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 98.5%. Meanwhile, the Finance and Insurance industry was the second largest contributor, filing 8,744 petitions (30.5% of the total), with an approval rate of 99.2%.
The New York employers which made the most petitions in the Accommodation and Food Services sector during 2024 included Highgate Hotels LP with five petitions and Raa Nyc, LLC with four petitions.
Compared to 2023, the Accommodation and Food Services sector in New York saw a 14.8% decrease in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8,748 | 30.6% | 98.5% | 1.5% |
| 2 | Finance and Insurance | 8,744 | 30.5% | 99.2% | 0.8% |
| 3 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2,662 | 9.3% | 96.7% | 3.3% |
| 4 | Information | 2,517 | 8.8% | 99.1% | 1% |
| 5 | Educational Services | 2,208 | 7.7% | 97.6% | 2.4% |
| 6 | Manufacturing | 967 | 3.4% | 97.6% | 2.4% |
| 7 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 602 | 2.1% | 98.2% | 1.8% |
| 8 | Retail Trade | 541 | 1.9% | 99.5% | 0.6% |
| 9 | Construction | 338 | 1.2% | 98.8% | 1.2% |
| 10 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 294 | 1% | 98% | 2% |
| 11 | Wholesale Trade | 286 | 1% | 96.9% | 3.2% |
| 12 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | 166 | 0.6% | 94% | 6% |
| 13 | Transportation and Warehousing | 131 | 0.5% | 97.7% | 2.3% |
| 14 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 112 | 0.4% | 95.5% | 4.5% |
| 15 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 89 | 0.3% | 97.8% | 2.3% |
| 16 | Public Administration | 87 | 0.3% | 98.9% | 1.2% |
| 17 | Accommodation and Food Services | 75 | 0.3% | 96% | 4% |
| 18 | Utilities | 58 | 0.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting | 9 | 0% | 77.8% | 22.2% |
| 20 | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 2 | 0% | 100% | 0% |
Top Employers in Accommodation and Food Services Industry in New York, 2024
| Rank | Company Name | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highgate Hotels LP | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| 2 | Raa Nyc, LLC | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Blue Hill at Stone Barns, LLC | 2 | 0% | 100% |
| 3 | Pret a Manger USA, Ltd. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Dun Huang, Corp. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Astraea Management, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Flagship SB Newyork, LLC | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Trice Coffee, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | 32 Bunga, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Euro Capital Properties, LLC | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Mata Management, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Epicurean Circle, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Mansions of Glory Hospitality, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Stone Barns Restoration, Corp. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | GPH NY, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Debutea, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Progressive Restaurant, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 295 Three Mile Harbor Road, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Kids in the Game, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Dunhuang Syosset, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Blank Street, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Mandarin Oriental New York | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Scandinavian Market, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Gogi1, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Crownstaff, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 159 Huntington Holdings, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Vicolin Resturant Venture, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Kang YUE USA, Corp. | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| 12 | Lodging Solutions, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Rossomela, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Fusion NY Catering Service, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Congee Village Restaurant & Bar, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Nobu 57, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 43 Food, Corp. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | V Show, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Kang Lu USA, Corp. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Dlylic, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Anytime Soju, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Local. House International, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Chengdu Xiaolongkan Catering Management North America, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Murray Hill Enterprises, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 42 W 35 Management, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Jetro Holdings, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Dlycanal, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Acacia NPU, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Liuyishou Hotpot Flushing, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Excelsior J D Company, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Caliam Group Nyc, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Momentea Group, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Tower 4 Liberty Market, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Jai Hanumant, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | DK Hospitality, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 519 Third Ave, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Leader Marine USA, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Caffe BN on Northern, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | The Allen Hotel, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Delaware North Companies, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | 514 West 168 St., LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Koi the USA, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |