U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Announces Significant Fee Increases for Marriage Green Card
USCIS fees are increasing. What does it mean for you?
If you are planning to submit an immigration application to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you may want to do so before April 1, 2024. The agency has recently published its final rule and is moving forward with significant fee increases for various immigration applications.
New Application Costs
The following is a breakdown of some of the new application costs that will take effect on April 1, 2024:
For a full list of the fees and more info, please refer to this article.
Form | Old fees (currently) | New fees |
I-130 (mandatory) | $535 | $675 |
I-485 (mandatory) | $1,225 | $1,440 |
I-765- work permit (optional) | - | $260 |
I-131 Advance parole/Travel (optional) | - | $630 |
Total | $1,760 | $3,005 |
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When Will the New Fees Take Effect?
The new prices are set to take effect April 1, 2024. This means that all applications postmarked after this date will be charged the new, higher costs. If you are planning to submit an application, it is important to do so before this date to avoid the increased fees.
Why the Change?
The new fee schedule is the first major adjustment since 2016 and addresses the agency’s operational and financial challenges. According to USCIS, the fee increases are necessary to ensure the agency has the resources to continue processing immigration applications efficiently and effectively.
What Can You Do?
If you are planning to submit an immigration application, it is important to act quickly. With the new fees taking effect on April 1, 2024, it is best to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid the increased costs. Additionally, it is important to make sure your application is complete and accurate to avoid any delays or additional fees.