Top 10 Retail Companies Sponsoring H-1B Visas
The top 10 retail companies sponsoring H-1B visas include Chewy, Safeway, and Nordstrom, spanning e-commerce platforms, specialty retailers, grocery chains, and fashion brands. Migrate Mate ranks these sponsors by 159 H-1B approvals in the latest U.S. government disclosure data as of October 22, 2026. H-1B sponsorship at retail employers typically covers specialty occupation roles in technology, data, supply chain, and corporate functions, where a bachelor's degree in a directly related field is required.
Which retail companies sponsor the most H-1B visas?
Ranked by H-1B approvals in the latest published U.S. government disclosure data · live open-role counts from Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Chewy
E-CommercePet RetailTechnology41H-1B approvalsChewy had 41 H-1B petitions approved in the last year, the most of any retail company on this list. Its current openings concentrate in Nursing and Project & Program Management. Chewy sells pet food, supplies, and pharmacy products through its online retail platform.
Open roles by team
- Nursing33
- Project & Program Management29
- Data Science & Analytics28
- Software Engineering26
- Animal Care26
+244 roles across other teams
Open roles at Chewy103 openSee all 103+ Chewy H-1B jobsApplyManager, Perishable Food Safety Program ManagerReno, Nevada · On-siteApplySr. PM, EHS & Security – Systems and DataBelton, Missouri · On-siteApplyFunctional Developer II – Oracle ERP FinancePlantation, Florida · On-siteApplyMaintenance Technician IIPittston, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplyRegional Fulfillment Center Maintenance ManagerSalisbury, North Carolina · On-site - 02
Safeway
GroceryRetail OpsTechnology35H-1B approvalsSafeway had 35 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Healthcare Administration and Pharmacy. Safeway operates a national chain of grocery and pharmacy stores across the United States.
Open roles by team
- Healthcare Administration203
- Pharmacy201
- Allied Health201
- Customer Service & Support153
- Nursing129
+480 roles across other teams
Open roles at Safeway343 openSee all 343+ Safeway H-1B jobsApplyGrocery ManagerTacoma, Washington · On-siteApplyPharmacy TechnicianSpearfish, South Dakota · On-siteApplyDepartment Manager MeatValdez, Alaska · On-siteApplyDepartment ManagerKodiak, Alaska · On-siteApplyGM/HBC ManagerHomer, Alaska · On-site - 03
Nordstrom
Fashion RetailE-CommerceCorporate24H-1B approvalsNordstrom had 24 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Sales. Nordstrom is a fashion retailer selling apparel, shoes, and accessories through stores and online.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support116
- Sales99
- Project & Program Management61
- Skilled Trades51
- Warehouse & Logistics40
+380 roles across other teams
Open roles at Nordstrom230 openSee all 230+ Nordstrom H-1B jobsApplyProgram Manager 2, Designer OperationsSeattle, Washington · HybridApplyOperations ManagerDubuque, Iowa · On-siteApplyManager - Accessories & ShoesAnchorage, Alaska · On-siteApplyEngineer 1: Cloud EngineeringSeattle, Washington · HybridApplyInterim Asset Protection AgentRiverside, California · On-site Unlock every H-1B job from these sponsors
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Gap
ApparelBrandTechnology23H-1B approvalsGap had 23 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Human Resources. Gap designs and sells casual apparel under the Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta brands.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support24
- Human Resources22
- Sales20
- Account Management13
- Retail Banking & Branch Management13
+50 roles across other teams
Open roles at Gap33 openSee all 33+ Gap H-1B jobsApplyDesigner, Graphics Toddler Boy and NewbornNew York, New York · On-siteApplySenior PlannerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyGeneral ManagerWoodstock, Georgia · On-siteApplyAssistant Manager, Customer OperationsSunrise, Florida · On-siteApplyManagerNew York, New York · On-site - 05
Whatnot
Live CommerceE-CommerceEngineering8H-1B approvalsWhatnot had 8 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Software Engineering. Whatnot is a live-stream shopping platform for collectibles, trading cards, and consumer goods.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics100
- Software Engineering87
- Marketing44
- Product Management33
- Project & Program Management32
+315 roles across other teams
Open roles at Whatnot159 openSee all 159+ Whatnot H-1B jobsApplySoftware EngineerNew York, New York · RemoteApplySoftware Engineer, Data FoundationsLos Angeles, California · On-siteApplyiOS EngineerSeattle, Washington · HybridApplyBusiness Operations Manager/Sr ManagerLos Angeles, California · RemoteApplyMachine Learning EngineerLos Angeles, California · Remote - Editor’s note
What a high approval count does and doesn't tell you
A high approval count tells you an employer has the process, the lawyers, and the budget to sponsor. It does not tell you your odds for your specific role: a company with hundreds of engineering approvals may never have filed for a marketing hire. Two things this data cannot tell you are who covers the filing fees and how quickly a company moves. Neither is public, so ask both when you get to the offer.
- 06
Crocs
FootwearConsumer GoodsTechnology7H-1B approvalsCrocs had 7 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Warehouse & Logistics and Project & Program Management. Crocs designs and sells casual footwear and accessories globally through retail and digital channels.
Open roles by team
- Warehouse & Logistics9
- Project & Program Management7
- Consulting & Strategy6
- Sales5
- Product Management4
+32 roles across other teams
Open roles at Crocs15 openSee all Crocs H-1B jobsApplySr. Manager, Collectibles Sales and Growth OperationsBroomfield, Colorado · HybridApplyStore ManagerLas Vegas, Nevada · On-siteApplySenior DesignerBroomfield, Colorado · HybridApplyDirector, HR Business PartnerBroomfield, Colorado · HybridApplyDesigner, Color Material and GraphicsBroomfield, Colorado · Hybrid - 07
Oakley
SportswearConsumer GoodsDesign6H-1B approvalsOakley had 6 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Sales and Manufacturing Operations. Oakley designs performance eyewear, apparel, and footwear for sports and outdoor use.
Open roles by team
- Sales4
- Manufacturing Operations4
- Customer Service & Support4
- Account Management3
- Project & Program Management2
+9 roles across other teams
Open roles at Oakley8 openSee all Oakley H-1B jobsApplySpecialized ConsultantPembroke Pines, Florida · On-siteApplySr Engineer- QualityFoothill Ranch, California · On-siteApplyStore ManagerCastle Rock, Colorado · On-siteApplyQuality EngineerFoothill Ranch, California · On-siteApplyQuality Sr EngineerFoothill Ranch, California · On-site See H-1B jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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Michaels Stores
Specialty RetailSupply ChainTechnology5H-1B approvalsMichaels Stores had 5 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Customer Service and Hospitality & Guest Services. Michaels is a specialty retailer of arts, crafts, framing, and hobby supplies.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service30
- Hospitality & Guest Services22
- Retail Banking Associate11
- Customer Service & Support10
- Sales7
+11 roles across other teams
Open roles at Michaels Stores30 openSee all 30+ Michaels Stores H-1B jobsApplyPT FramerSurprise, Arizona · On-siteApplyparty plannerCommerce Township, Michigan · On-siteApplystore environment Team memberAlexandria, Virginia · On-siteApplyFramer / Service Team MemberRancho Cucamonga, California · On-siteApplyEvent coordinatorValparaiso, Indiana · On-site - 09
Ralph Lauren
Luxury FashionBrandCorporate5H-1B approvalsRalph Lauren had 5 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Sales and Customer Service & Support. Ralph Lauren designs and markets premium lifestyle apparel, accessories, and home products.
Open roles by team
- Sales134
- Customer Service & Support122
- Account Management60
- Retail Banking Associate60
- Customer Success37
+93 roles across other teams
Open roles at Ralph Lauren158 openSee all 158+ Ralph Lauren H-1B jobsApplySenior Product Management ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyBrand AmbassadorDawsonville, Georgia · On-siteApplyManager, People & DevelopmentKernersville, North Carolina · On-siteApplyOperations Support AssociateMerrimack, New Hampshire · On-siteApplyWeb Analytics AnalystNew York, New York · On-site - 10
Coupang
E-CommerceLogisticsEngineering5H-1B approvalsCoupang had 5 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. Its current openings concentrate in Software Engineering and Cloud & DevOps. Coupang is a fast-growing e-commerce platform with integrated logistics and same-day delivery.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering14
- Cloud & DevOps8
- Data Science & Analytics7
- Compliance & Legal6
- Project & Program Management6
+23 roles across other teams
Open roles at Coupang17 openSee all Coupang H-1B jobsApplyBack-end EngineerSeattle, Washington · On-siteApplyPrincipal HR Business PartnerBellevue, Washington · On-siteApplyPrincipal Executive AssistantIssaquah, Washington · On-siteApplyStaff Technical Program ManagerSeattle, Washington · On-siteApplyStaff Computer Vision EngineerMountain View, California · On-site
How H-1B sponsorship works
H-1B sponsorship starts with the employer, not the candidate. Once you have a job offer, the employer's immigration counsel files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor, certifying that the role is a specialty occupation and that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the location. After the LCA is certified, the employer files Form I-129 with USCIS. Most H-1B petitions go through an annual lottery, so selection is not guaranteed even with a job offer. The filing rules and fees are set by USCIS and change periodically, so confirm the current requirements on the USCIS website before you plan around them.
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Find 360,000+ H-1B jobsRetail H-1B Sponsors: Frequently Asked Questions
Which retail companies sponsor the most H-1B visas?
Chewy sponsors the most, with 41 H-1B approvals in the last year, followed by Safeway (35) and Nordstrom (24). Across the 10 retail companies on this list, Migrate Mate tracks 159 H-1B approvals in total, based on the latest published U.S. government disclosure data.
Who qualifies for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship requires a qualifying specialty occupation, meaning the role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Common qualifying roles in retail companies include software engineers, data scientists, supply chain analysts, and financial analysts. The candidate's degree must correspond to the specific position. The employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS on the candidate's behalf.
How much does it cost a company to sponsor an H-1B visa?
The employer pays the government filing fees, not the candidate. Base statutory fees run from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on employer size and processing speed, plus legal costs. Recent policy changes have added significant fees for some petitions and the amounts have been in flux, so check the current figure before you rely on it.
How do I get H-1B sponsorship from a top sponsor?
To pursue H-1B sponsorship, secure a job offer from a retail employer willing to sponsor, as the employer initiates the entire process. The employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor, then submits an I-129 petition to USCIS. Because H-1B visas are subject to an annual cap, selection occurs through a registration process whose rules and associated costs have changed recently, so candidates should review the current USCIS guidelines before planning timelines.