What is an H-1B dependent employer?

H-1B dependent employer is one where:

• 15% or more of workforce are H-1B workers (for employers with 50+ employees)
• Higher percentage for smaller companies

Additional requirements:

• Must attest they didn't displace U.S. workers
• Must make good faith effort to recruit U.S. workers
• Must offer job to equally qualified U.S. worker if available

Most IT consulting companies are H-1B dependent.