Fees for common family and humanitarian USCIS forms run from no charge to $1,440 or more, and the amount depends on the form, your age, and whether the filing falls under the newer H.R.1 fees. This cheat sheet lists the current fee for the forms we see most, with the date we checked each one against the government’s own fee rules.
The fees at a glance
Agency: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Checked against: 8 CFR 106.2 and Federal Register notices, as of September 30, 2026
Who is affected: Anyone filing an I-130, I-485, I-765, I-131, I-90, N-400, I-751, I-129F, I-539, I-589 or similar form
What changes: H.R.1 fees for asylum, parole, TPS and some work permits are added on top of normal rules, and they are adjusted for inflation each year.
What does not change: You still pay the fee that applies on the day you file, so check the USCIS fee calculator right before you mail or submit.
Key Takeaways
- Base fees such as the I-130 ($675), I-485 ($1,440 for age 14 and older), I-765 ($520) and I-90 ($465) come from the USCIS fee regulation, and each form is priced separately.
- The H.R.1 fees (asylum, annual asylum, parole, TPS and related work permits) generally cannot be waived, and an inflation adjustment for fiscal year 2027 is already on the way.
- A fee waiver on Form I-912 is available only for certain forms and only if you meet income or hardship tests, so do not count on one.
How much does each common USCIS form cost in 2026?
The table below follows the USCIS fee regulation at 8 CFR 106.2, which was current as of our check on September 30, 2026. USCIS publishes the same numbers on its Form G-1055 fee schedule. Where the regulation lists a lower amount for online filing, it is $50 less than the listed fee, so your total may be $50 lower if you file that form online.
| Form | Fee (checked Sept. 30, 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) | $675 | Filing for a spouse, parent, child or sibling. |
| I-129F (Fiancé(e) Petition) | $675 | K-1 fiancé(e) petition. |
| I-485 (Adjustment of Status) | $1,440 (age 14 and older); $950 (under 14) | Separate from the I-130, I-765 and I-131 when filed together. |
| I-765 (Work Permit) | $520 | Some categories carry no fee or a reduced fee; asylum, parole and TPS work permits follow the separate rules below. |
| I-131 (Advance Parole / Reentry Permit) | $630 | Refugee travel document: $165 (age 16 and older), $135 (under 16). Parole requests have their own fee below. |
| I-90 (Replace Green Card) | $465 | No fee if the card was never received or USCIS made the error. |
| I-751 (Remove Conditions on Residence) | $750 | No fee for a waiver based on battery or extreme cruelty. |
| N-400 (Naturalization) | $760; $380 reduced fee | Reduced fee for household income at or below 400 percent of the poverty guidelines. No fee for qualifying military applicants. |
| N-600 (Certificate of Citizenship) | $1,385 | |
| I-539 (Extend or Change Status) | $470 | |
| I-601 (Waiver of Inadmissibility) | $1,050 | Filed with USCIS. Immigration court filings have different fees. |
| I-601A (Provisional Waiver) | $795 | |
| I-821D (DACA) | $85 | The I-765 work permit fee is separate. |
| I-360 (VAWA Self-Petition) | No fee | VAWA self-petitioners are exempt. |
| I-864 (Affidavit of Support) | No fee | The sponsor does not pay USCIS for the I-864 itself. |
| I-912 (Fee Waiver Request) | No fee | Free to submit; see the fee waiver section. |
We have kept a few forms out of the table because we could not confirm the current amount from a primary source. That includes several work-visa petitions, premium processing and the I-693 medical exam fee, which is paid to the doctor and not to USCIS. For those, use the USCIS fee calculator.
For a closer look at the two forms people ask about most, see our posts on the I-485 filing fee in 2026 and the N-400 naturalization fee. Renewing a card is covered in our guide to the green card renewal fee, and DACA applicants can read about DACA renewal fees.
What are the H.R.1 fees, and how are they different?
A 2025 budget law, known as H.R.1 or the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, added new statutory fees for asylum, parole, Temporary Protected Status and certain work permits. USCIS explained how it is applying them in a Federal Register notice dated April 29, 2026. The amounts below took effect January 1, 2026 under the inflation adjustment notice.
| Filing | Fee (checked Sept. 30, 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| I-589 (Asylum Application) | $100 | One-time statutory fee; not waivable. |
| I-589 annual fee | $102 per year the case is pending | Not waivable. USCIS paused implementation of annual fee notices after an October 2025 court order, so confirm current status. |
| I-821 (TPS Application) | $510 | Not waivable under H.R.1. |
| I-765 initial, asylum / parole / TPS | $560 | Not waivable. |
| I-765 renewal, parole / TPS | $280 | Not waivable. |
| I-765 renewal, asylum applicant | $275 | Not waivable. |
| I-131 (Immigration Parole) | $1,020 | Statutory exceptions exist; not waivable. |
Two points matter for budgeting. First, the asylum application is $100 under the statute, and the regulation lists no separate USCIS fee for it; the H.R.1 amount is the one that applies. Second, asylum applicants face a yearly cost while the case is pending, and the April 2026 notice says failing to pay the annual fee can lead to rejection of the pending application. If you are an asylum applicant, see our explanation of Form I-589 before you file.
USCIS has also filed a fiscal year 2027 inflation notice that is scheduled for publication on October 1, 2026. It is not final until it is published, so treat the H.R.1 numbers above as likely to rise soon and confirm them before you pay.
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Can I get a fee waiver on Form I-912?
Sometimes, but only in limited cases. Under 8 CFR 106.3, you must show that you receive a means-tested benefit, that your household income is at or below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or that you face extreme financial hardship. You request the waiver on Form I-912, which has no fee.
Even then, not every form qualifies. The regulation lists forms such as the I-90, I-751, I-821 and N-400 as waivable, and certain others such as the I-539, I-131 and I-765 only under specific circumstances. As we read it, the I-130, I-485 and I-129F are not on the waivable list. Some people are exempt from paying at all, including VAWA self-petitioners, T and U nonimmigrants, and Special Immigrant Juveniles. The H.R.1 fees in the second table generally cannot be waived, per USCIS’s April 2026 notice.
The naturalization rules may also change. In June 2026 DHS proposed raising the N-400 fee to $1,330 on paper and ending both the reduced fee and fee waivers for that form, in a proposed rule. A proposal is not law, and the N-400 fee in the table above is still the one in the regulation, but anyone planning to apply should watch for a final rule.
What happens if I pay the wrong fee?
USCIS can reject a filing that arrives with the wrong amount, and the rejection can cost you weeks or, for some people, time-sensitive rights. The inflation notice states that any benefit request postmarked on or after January 1, 2026 without the proper fee will be rejected. So do not rely on a fee you saw months ago, and keep a record of the date you checked. Before filing, run your form through the USCIS fee calculator and compare the result with the G-1055.
Remember that many cases need several forms, and the fees add up. A marriage-based green card filed from inside the United States can involve an I-130, an I-485, an I-765 and an I-131, each priced on its own. A sponsor also completes an I-864 at no USCIS charge, and our guide to Form I-539 explains the fee for changing or extending status. Travelers should also know about the $250 visa integrity fee, which is paid at the visa stage and not to USCIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are USCIS fees the same if I file on paper or online?
Not always. The regulation sets the fee for each form and provides that filing online can lower it by $50 where an online option exists. Use the USCIS fee calculator to see the exact amount for your form and filing method.
Is the I-864 affidavit of support free?
Yes, USCIS charges no fee for the Form I-864, according to the fee regulation. You may still have costs, such as the medical exam or document translations, which are separate.
Do I pay an annual fee after I file for asylum?
The law requires an annual fee for each year an asylum application stays pending, currently listed at $102. USCIS paused implementation of annual fee notices after an October 2025 court order, so check the current status on the USCIS site before you pay or skip a payment.
Can the fee change after I start my case?
Yes. Fees are set by regulation and by annual inflation adjustments, so the amount that applies is the one in effect when you file. For forms filed in stages, each filing is priced at the time you submit it.
How We Can Help
We help clients work out which forms their situation requires, what each one will cost, and whether a waiver or exemption is realistic. If you are planning a filing and want to know the full government cost before you start, call us at (407) 917-2087 or start with a free pre-evaluation. We review the facts to see whether we can help, and if it is a fit, we will invite you to a paid consultation with a written flat-fee quote. You can also read about our family-based green card work.
Our founding attorney Denisse Ilabaca is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by The Florida Bar, a distinction held by fewer than two percent of Florida attorneys.
This article is for general information only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Ilabaca Law, PLLC. Immigration fees and rules change often, so confirm the current amount with USCIS and talk with a licensed attorney about your situation before you file.