Microsoft
TechnologyDoes Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes — Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas. Public Department of Labor records show 6,258 certified LCAs in the last 12 months.
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Microsoft H-1B sponsorship FAQ
Does Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes — Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas. Public Department of Labor records show 6,258 certified LCAs in the last 12 months.
How many H-1B / LCA petitions has Microsoft filed?
Microsoft has 6,258 certified LCA filings in the last 12 months and 6,246 over the last 3 years, based on U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data.
Is Microsoft hiring right now?
Microsoft has 1,434 open US roles tracked on Hireoven right now.
Does sponsoring H-1B mean Microsoft will sponsor me?
Not automatically. Sponsorship is decided per role and candidate. A history of certified LCAs means the company has the legal process in place and has done it before — a strong signal, but always confirm for the specific job.
Based on U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data and Hireoven's live job index. Sponsorship is decided per role and candidate; always confirm for the specific position. Last reviewed 2026.