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Costs and Fees


Learn about immigration costs and fees, including visas, green cards, and citizenship applications. Plan your budget with accurate insights.


Common Immigration and Naturalization Forms and Fees

February 20, 2025

IMPORTANT: USCIS fees could go up dramatically as soon as May 2023. Learn more here.If you’re applying for a family-based green card or for U.S. citizenship, you’ll need to complete certain government forms. Most immigration and naturalization forms can be… View Article


Form I-829, Explained

March 5, 2025

Form I-829 (“Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status“) is used by EB-5 investors to request the removal of conditions on their two-year green card.. Filing this form grants them a 10-year permanent green card.


Form I-912, Explained

November 12, 2024

How Long Does Form I-912 Take to Process? The processing time for Form I-912 will generally match the processing time for the main application it’s submitted with, as USCIS reviews both together. If your fee waiver request is approved, the…… View Article



How Much Does a Green Card Cost?

December 31, 2024

Obtaining a green card in 2024 involves significant costs, with base government filing fees ranging from $1,225 to $1,900 depending on the applicant’s location. Additional expenses include medical examinations ($200-$500), optional permits, and various administrative fees, potentially bringing the total… View Article


How Much Does a K-1 Visa Cost?

December 29, 2024

The total K-1 visa cost typically ranges from $2,800 to $3,600 in 2024, encompassing mandatory government filing fees, medical examination costs, and various supporting expenses that couples often overlook. Our comprehensive guide breaks down every expense you’ll encounter during your… View Article


How Much Does It Cost to Become a U.S. Citizen?

July 9, 2024

In this guide, we’ll cover who is required to pay, how and where to submit payments, and what to do if you can’t afford the fees. To learn more about U.S. naturalization, check out our detailed guide to U.S. citizenship…. View Article


USCIS Fee Waivers and Reductions

December 10, 2024

Boundless guides Related Information What To Do If You Lose Your Job on a Work Visa Switching From an H-1B Visa to a Marriage Green Card Switching From DACA to an H-1B Visa Understanding U.S. Nonimmigrant Visas How to File…… View Article