H-1B Filing & Petition in New York — #1 City for H-1B Sponsorship
New York employers file H-1B petitions after DOL LCA certification for the NYC metro worksite, then USCIS Form I-129 submission. h1bfiling.com provides flat-fee petition preparation ($2,999) and lottery registration ($999) for Manhattan, Brooklyn, and tri-state worksites.
More H-1B petitions are filed in New York than any U.S. city — 10,760 in FY 2026 Q2. Lawyer-reviewed I-129 filings for NYC metro employers.
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Filing an H-1B transfer in New York?
Change-of-employer guide for HR — timeline, documents, and flat-fee filing.
We handle every step — H-1B filing in New York
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Create employer account
We onboard your company for New York, NY sponsorship — sign up, add your profile, and choose lottery or full H-1B filing.
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Start a case & invite candidate
We manage candidate intake for your New York worksite — send a secure invite and we collect passport, degree, and resume for LCA and petition prep.
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Certify LCA with DOL
We prepare and file the LCA with correct New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA prevailing wage, SOC code, and worksite. Notice posting and PAF included.
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Prepare Form I-129 petition
Our immigration lawyers prepare Form I-129, draft the employer support letter, and assemble the evidence packet for your New York worksite — structured to reduce RFE risk.
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Submit to USCIS & track
We file with USCIS on your behalf. Track receipt notices, RFEs, and approval in your employer dashboard.
Why employers choose us
The best H-1B filing service for New York employers
New York leads the nation in H-1B volume. Banks, consultancies, media, and tech employers across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Jersey City rely on accurate LCA prevailing wage and I-129 petition workflows.
- Dedicated immigration lawyer on every petition — not software-only filing
- Among the highest H-1B approval rates in the industry
- Workflows designed to reduce RFE risk before USCIS review
- Flat fees: $999 lottery · $2,999 filing — no surprise hourly bills
- Secure employer dashboard + candidate document portal
- LCA, prevailing wage, PAF, and I-129 petition steps tracked in one place
Top industries in New York
- Investment banking
- Consulting
- Media & ad tech
- Fintech
- Enterprise SaaS
Most sponsored roles
- 1.Software Engineer
- 2.Associate
- 3.Data Scientist
- 4.Financial Analyst
- 5.Technology Consultant
New York filing checklist
- NYC metro prevailing wage levels are among the highest nationally.
- Multi-worksite employers need accurate LCA coverage for each borough or NJ location.
H-1B filing in New York — FAQ
How do I file an H-1B petition for an employee in New York?
File a certified LCA with the DOL for your New York worksite, then submit Form I-129 to USCIS. On h1bfiling.com, create an employer account, start a case (New York, NY worksite), invite your candidate, and our lawyers prepare the LCA and I-129 petition — flat fee $2,999.
What is the difference between H-1B filing and an H-1B petition in New York?
"H-1B filing" is the full process: LCA certification, Form I-129 petition assembly, and USCIS submission. The petition (I-129) is the formal request to USCIS. h1bfiling.com handles both for New York employers in one workflow.
How long does an H-1B petition take for New York employers?
LCA certification typically takes 7–14 days (longer if flagged). USCIS I-129 processing varies by service center and premium processing. Most New York employers complete document collection and LCA prep in 2–4 weeks on h1bfiling.com before USCIS submission.
Can I transfer an H-1B employee to my New York worksite?
Yes. Change-of-employer H-1B transfers require a new LCA for your New York location and a new I-129 petition. Candidates already in H-1B status skip the lottery. AC21 porting may apply upon USCIS receipt.
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