Top H-1B visa sponsors in Hawaii
USCIS approved 469 H-1B petitions for 13 employers based in Hawaii in FY2023 to FY2026 (FY2026 through June 2026). University of Hawaii led with 166 approvals.
On this page
- Approved H-1B petitions
- 469 (FY2023 to FY2026)
- Employers with approvals
- 13
- Largest sponsor
- University of Hawaii (166)
- Data source
- USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub
The biggest H-1B sponsors in Hawaii
Ranked by approved petitions (new and continuing) in FY2023 to FY2026. Employers are grouped by the name and main location USCIS reports; some companies file under several legal names.
| Rank | Employer | City | Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Hawaii | Honolulu | 166 |
| 2 | Nan Inc | Honolulu | 98 |
| 3 | Research Corporation of the Uh | Honolulu | 56 |
| 4 | Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii | Honolulu | 44 |
| 5 | Kapi Olani Medical Specialists | Honolulu | 26 |
| 6 | Queens University Medical Group | Honolulu | 26 |
| 7 | Hawaii Pacific University | Honolulu | 12 |
| 8 | Hawaiian Airlines Inc | Honolulu | 9 |
| 9 | The Queens Medical Center | Honolulu | 8 |
| 10 | Brigham Young University Hawaii | Laie | 7 |
| 11 | Pacific Anesthesia Inc | Honolulu | 6 |
| 12 | Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV | Pearl City | 6 |
| 13 | Central Pacific Bank | Honolulu | 5 |
How to use this list
A company that sponsors many H-1B workers is more likely to support sponsorship for a new hire, but every role is decided separately. Before you apply, check that the job is a specialty occupation, ask the employer about sponsorship directly, and remember that most new H-1B hires need to be selected in the wage-weighted lottery. See the Hawaii immigrant guide for licensing, driver's licenses and USCIS offices in the state.
Frequently asked questions
Which company sponsors the most H-1B visas in Hawaii?
University of Hawaii had the most approved H-1B petitions among employers based in Hawaii in FY2023 to FY2026, with 166 approvals.
Does this include universities and hospitals?
Yes. Universities, research institutes and hospitals often sponsor H-1B workers, and many are cap-exempt, meaning they can hire without the annual lottery.
Official sources
- USCIS: H-1B Employer Data Hubuscis.gov
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