USCIS Filing Fees 2026: Online and Paper Prices for Common Immigration Forms (G-1055 Table)
USCIS filing fees in 2026 decide what you pay to sponsor a relative, apply for a green card, renew a work permit or become a US citizen, an...
USCIS filing fees in 2026 decide what you pay to sponsor a relative, apply for a green card, renew a work permit or become a US citizen, and the wrong amount gets your application rejected. The official source is Form G-1055, Fee Schedule. This guide puts the most-used fees from the current edition (10/26/26) in one table, with online and paper prices side by side, plus the rules on fee waivers, add-on fees and how to pay.
General information, not legal, immigration, insurance or financial advice. All amounts come from USCIS Form G-1055, edition 10/26/26, and USCIS fee pages. USCIS says it "periodically" adjusts its fees, so always check the G-1055 and the form's own page on the day you file. Last checked: 10 November 2026.
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Table 1: USCIS filing fees 2026 for common forms
| Form | What it is for | Online | Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-130 | Petition for a relative | $625 | $675 |
| I-485 | Green card (adjustment of status) | $1,390 | $1,440 |
| I-485 (under 14, filing with a parent) | Green card for a child | $900 | $950 |
| I-765 | Work permit (EAD), general | $470 | $520 |
| I-765 with a pending I-485 filed on or after 1 April 2024 | Work permit while the green card is pending | $260 | $260 |
| I-131 | Advance parole with a pending I-485 | $580 | $630 |
| I-131 | Reentry permit | — | $630 |
| I-90 | Replace or renew a green card | $415 | $465 |
| I-751 | Remove conditions on residence | $700 | $750 |
| I-539 | Extend or change nonimmigrant stay | $420 | $470 |
| N-400 | Citizenship (naturalisation) | $710 | $760 |
| N-400 (reduced fee) | Household income at or below 400% of the federal poverty guidelines | — | $380 |
| N-600 | Certificate of citizenship | $1,335 | $1,385 |
| I-129F | FiancĂ©(e) petition (K-1) | — | $675 |
| I-140 | Immigrant petition for a worker | $665 | $715 |
| I-526 / I-526E | EB-5 investor petition | — | $3,675 |
| I-601 | Waiver of inadmissibility | — | $1,050 |
| I-212 | Permission to reapply after removal | — | $1,175 |
| I-824 | Action on an approved application | — | $590 |
| I-864 | Affidavit of support | $0 | $0 |
| I-134 | Declaration of financial support | $0 | $0 |
| I-912 | Fee waiver request | — | $0 |
Source: USCIS Form G-1055, edition 10/26/26. Where the G-1055 lists a single fee with no separate online price, we show it in the Paper column and "—" under Online. Some forms have more categories than shown here.
Table 2: Extra USCIS fees outside the main filing fee
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| USCIS Immigrant Fee | $235 | USCIS encourages paying it online after you pick up your immigrant visa and before you travel |
| I-140 Asylum Program Fee | $600 ($300 for small employers, $0 for nonprofits) | Paid with an I-140 petition, in addition to the filing fee |
| I-589 asylum application | $0 filing fee, plus a $100 fee for the principal applicant | An annual asylum fee ($105 online) applies while the case is pending |
| Additional Form I-94 fee | $24 | Certain I-102 requests for an initial or replacement I-94 |
| Biometric services fee | $30 | Only for some forms, such as I-821 (TPS); for most forms, biometrics are included in the filing fee |
| Premium processing (Form I-907) | $2,965 for eligible I-129 categories (such as H-1B, L and O) and I-140; $2,075 for I-539 changes of status to F, J or M; $1,780 for I-765 (OPT and STEM OPT) | Optional, for eligible categories only |
Table 3: Form I-129 work visa petition fees
| Category | Online | Paper | Small employer / nonprofit |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-1B | $730 | $780 | $460 |
| L-1 | $1,335 | $1,385 | $695 |
| O-1 / O-2 | $1,005 | $1,055 | $530 |
| E, TN, H-3, P, Q | $965 | $1,015 | $510 |
"Small employer" means 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees. Employers also pay the Asylum Program Fee and, for H-1B and L, other fees. See our separate guide on H-1B fees in 2026 for the full list.
Worked examples: what common cases cost in USCIS fees
These totals add up official G-1055 fees only (our arithmetic). They exclude State Department fees, medical exams, translations, travel and any lawyer's fees.
Family green card inside the US (spouse of a US citizen)
| Form | Online | Paper |
|---|---|---|
| I-130 petition | $625 | $675 |
| I-485 adjustment of status | $1,390 | $1,440 |
| Optional I-765 work permit while the I-485 is pending | $260 | $260 |
| Optional I-131 advance parole while the I-485 is pending | $580 | $630 |
| Total with both optional forms | $2,855 | $3,005 |
The I-130 and I-485 alone come to $2,015 online or $2,115 on paper. If you file the forms together in one package, USCIS recommends a separate payment for each form.
Employment-based green card (larger employer)
| Form | Fee |
|---|---|
| I-140 petition (paper) | $715 |
| Asylum Program Fee (more than 25 employees) | $600 |
| I-485 adjustment of status (paper) | $1,440 |
| Total | $2,755 |
A small employer with 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees pays a $300 Asylum Program Fee instead, and a nonprofit pays $0. Optional I-140 premium processing adds $2,965.
Becoming a citizen after holding a green card
| Situation | Fee |
|---|---|
| N-400 filed online | $710 |
| N-400 filed on paper | $760 |
| Reduced fee (paper, income at or below 400% of poverty guidelines) | $380 |
Keeping your green card valid
Renewing or replacing a green card on Form I-90 costs $415 online or $465 on paper. A conditional resident removing conditions on Form I-751 pays $700 online or $750 on paper.
Online vs paper USCIS fees: is filing online cheaper?
For most forms, yes. The G-1055 says: "There is often a $50 discount when filing a form online." The table above shows that pattern for the I-130, I-485, I-765, I-90, N-400 and others. Not every form can be filed online, and some fee categories are paper-only, such as the reduced N-400 fee. USCIS's File Online page lists which forms you can file through a USCIS online account.
Fee waivers and reduced fees
- Form I-912 requests a fee waiver for eligible forms. The G-1055 says you should check uscis.gov/i-912 to see whether you are eligible, and that if you are not eligible you must pay the fee.
- Reduced N-400 fee. Applicants whose household income is at or below 400% of the federal poverty guidelines can pay $380 instead of the full fee. This category is filed on paper.
- Some fees can never be waived. Many lines in the schedule say "This fee cannot be waived" or "may not be waived", including fees added by Pub. L. 119-21 (often called "HR-1"), such as asylum and certain work permit and parole fees.
New USCIS fees added by HR-1 (Pub. L. 119-21)
A 2025 federal law has added several new fees to the fee schedule. The G-1055 lists them as "Pub. L. 119-21" fees. Examples in the current edition include:
- A $100 fee due with Form I-589 for the principal applicant, and an annual asylum fee while the case is pending
- A $24 additional Form I-94 fee on certain I-102 requests
- Additional fees on some Form I-765 categories, such as certain parole, TPS and asylum-related categories (see Appendix C of the G-1055 for the exact amounts)
The G-1055 says these fees may not be waived. USCIS's fee page also says that, following a court decision in Ms. L. v. ICE, it has paused collection of certain HR-1 fees from members of the Ms. L. settlement class and their qualifying family members since 5 February 2026.
How to pay USCIS filing fees
- Online: a credit, debit or prepaid card, or an ACH debit, through your USCIS online account.
- Paper: a card using Form G-1450, or an ACH debit from a US bank account using Form G-1650. USCIS no longer accepts checks, money orders or cashier's checks for paper filings unless you qualify for an exemption using Form G-1651. The G-1055 says cash "can never be used".
- One payment per form. USCIS warns that if one payment covers several forms and any one form is defective, it must reject the whole package, so it recommends a separate payment for each form.
- Fees are final. USCIS says filing and biometric service fees "are final and nonrefundable", even if you withdraw or your case is denied.
- ACH must use a US bank. USCIS cannot process an ACH payment from a foreign bank account.
Be wary of anyone who asks you to pay a USCIS fee to a personal account or through a third party. Our guide on how to spot a fake job offer abroad covers common payment scams.
Proposed USCIS fee changes to watch
As of 10 November 2026, these are proposals, not law:
- OPT fees. A DHS proposed rule published on 8 October 2026 would add a fee for Optional Practical Training: $70,000 for an initial OPT request and $30,000 for subsequent requests. Comments closed on 9 November 2026.
- H-1B cap fee. A DHS proposed rule published on 25 August 2026 would charge $103,265 for every cap-subject H-1B petition. Comments closed on 24 September 2026.
USCIS also changed the filing location for Form I-907 on 7 October 2026. Check the I-907 page before you post a premium processing request.
Checklist before you pay a USCIS fee
- Download the current G-1055 and confirm the edition date.
- Find your exact filing category; some forms have many, each with a different fee.
- Check whether the form can be filed online (often $50 cheaper).
- Add any additional fees (Asylum Program Fee, HR-1 fees, biometrics where listed).
- Pay separately for each form in a package.
- Keep proof of payment and the receipt notice.
For comparison with the UK system, our UK visa fees and IHS 2026 guide lists the official UK amounts.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a green card application cost in 2026?
Form I-485 is $1,390 online or $1,440 on paper for most applicants. A family-based case usually also involves Form I-130 ($625 online or $675 on paper). Children under 14 filing with a parent pay $900 online or $950 on paper for the I-485.
How much is the US citizenship application fee?
Form N-400 costs $710 online or $760 on paper. A reduced fee of $380 is available on paper for applicants with household income at or below 400% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Is there still a separate biometrics fee?
For most forms, no; biometrics are included in the filing fee. A separate $30 biometric services fee still applies for a few forms, such as Form I-821 for TPS.
How much does a K-1 fiancé(e) visa cost in USCIS fees?
The USCIS part is Form I-129F at $675. The visa application itself is a State Department fee, paid separately as your embassy or consulate instructs. After marriage in the US, the adjustment of status on Form I-485 is $1,390 online or $1,440 on paper.
How much does it cost to extend a visitor or student stay?
Form I-539, used to extend or change nonimmigrant status, costs $420 online or $470 on paper. Premium processing for an I-539 is available only for certain changes of status to F, J or M student or exchange categories, for an extra $2,075.
What happens if I pay the wrong USCIS fee?
USCIS says that if you do not submit the correct fee, it will reject your form. Fees are also non-refundable once accepted.
How much is a work permit (EAD) application?
The general Form I-765 fee is $470 online or $520 on paper. If you have a pending I-485 filed on or after 1 April 2024, the I-765 fee is $260. Some categories also pay HR-1 add-on fees.
Sources
- USCIS, Form G-1055 Fee Schedule (edition 10/26/26): https://www.uscis.gov/g-1055
- USCIS, Filing Fees: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees
- USCIS, USCIS Immigrant Fee: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees/uscis-immigrant-fee
- USCIS, File Online: https://www.uscis.gov/file-online
- USCIS, Form I-912 (fee waiver request): https://www.uscis.gov/i-912
- USCIS, Form I-907 (premium processing): https://www.uscis.gov/i-907
- USCIS, How Do I Request Premium Processing?: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/all-forms/how-do-i-request-premium-processing
- Federal Register, Optional Practical Training Fees (proposed rule, 8 October 2026): https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/08/2026-20660/optional-practical-training-fees
- Federal Register, Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions (proposed rule, 25 August 2026): https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/25/2026-17324/fee-for-certain-h-1b-petitions
Last checked: 10 November 2026. This article is general information, not legal, immigration, insurance or financial advice. Always confirm fees on the current G-1055 before filing.
