FY2025 Approval Rate96.0%670 of 698 petitions
FY2025 At a Glance
Total Petitions698
Approved670
YoY Volume-20.1%
Rate Change YoY-0.5pp
FY2025 Approval Breakdown
H-1B petitions are split into initial employment (new hires) and continuing employment (extensions/transfers).
Initial Employment (New Hires)
95.0%141 petitions
134 approved7 denied
Continuing Employment (Extensions)
96.2%557 petitions
536 approved21 denied
Year-over-Year Comparison
FY2024 vs FY2025 petition volumes and approval rates.
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Approvals | 178 | 134 | -24.7% |
| Initial Denials | 4 | 7 | +75.0% |
| Continuing Approvals | 665 | 536 | -19.4% |
| Continuing Denials | 27 | 21 | -22.2% |
| Total Petitions | 874 | 698 | -20.1% |
| Total Approved | 843 | 670 | -20.5% |
What This Means for H-1B Applicants
Sponsorship Likelihood
Apex Group Ltd filed 698 H-1B petitions in FY2025, making it a active H-1B sponsor. Petition volume decreased 20% year-over-year.
Approval Rate Context
A 96.0% approval rate is above average, suggesting well-prepared petitions.
Extensions & Transfers
536 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