U.S. immigration is expensive, and the filing fee is only one part of the cost — but it is the part USCIS controls and publishes. This page lists the current USCIS filing fees for 2026 for the most common forms, in plain dollars, with the paper and online rate side by side. Every figure is from the official USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055).
Informational only — not legal advice. Fees change; always confirm the current fee on USCIS.gov before filing. Submitting the wrong fee can get your case rejected.
The answer first
The most-looked-up USCIS filing fees in 2026 are:
| Form | Purpose | Online fee | Paper fee | Biometric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-400 | Naturalization (citizenship) | $710 | $760 | — |
| I-130 | Petition for a relative | $625 | $675 | — |
| I-485 | Green card (adjust status) | $1,440 | $1,440 | — |
| I-765 | Work permit (EAD) | $470 | $520 | — |
| I-90 | Replace green card | $415 | $465 | — |
| I-751 | Remove conditions on residence | $750 | $750 | — |
| I-129F | Fiance(e) petition | $675 | $675 | — |
| I-131 | Travel document | $630 | $630 | — |
Many forms are $50 cheaper online. You can sort the complete list of all forms on our USCIS fee table.
What changed: the 2024 rule and H.R. 1
Two things drive the 2026 numbers:
- The 2024 final fee rule, effective April 1, 2024, was the first across-the-board USCIS fee increase since 2016. It raised most fees, introduced cheaper online rates for many forms, lowered the biometric fee to $30, and “unbundled” the I-485, I-765 and I-131 fees so each is charged separately even when filed together.
- Public Law 119-21 (H.R. 1), enacted in 2025, created brand-new fees that did not exist before — including a $100 asylum application fee (Form I-589), higher TPS registration fees (Form I-821), and additional work-permit fees for asylum, parole and TPS applicants. These H.R. 1 fees cannot be waived with a fee waiver, and several are adjusted for inflation each fiscal year.
Biometric services fee
The separate biometric services (fingerprinting) fee is $30 where it applies, down from $85 under the old rule. Many of the 2024-rule forms now fold biometrics into the base fee, so a separate $30 charge appears on fewer forms than before.
Online vs paper: the cheaper way to file
Where a form can be filed online, USCIS usually charges about $50 less. Examples:
| Form | Online | Paper | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-130 | $625 | $675 | $50 |
| N-400 | $710 | $760 | $50 |
| I-765 | $470 | $520 | $50 |
| I-90 | $415 | $465 | $50 |
| N-600 | $1,335 | $1,385 | $50 |
Not every form is available online, and some (like I-485) cost the same either way. Check the form’s page before assuming the online rate applies.
Don’t forget the companion fees
A single immigration goal often needs several forms. A marriage-based green card filed from inside the U.S., for example, usually means I-130 + I-485 + I-765 + I-131. Use our fee calculator to total any bundle, and read how much a U.S. green card costs for the full picture including the medical exam.
Reduced fees and fee waivers
Several forms have lower rates for people who qualify:
- N-400 drops to $380 for applicants between 150% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
- I-485 is $950 for a child under 14 filing with a parent.
- Many forms are eligible for a full fee waiver (Form I-912) if your income is at or below 150% of the poverty guidelines — but H.R. 1 fees cannot be waived.
Sources and accuracy
All figures are transcribed from the USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055) and individual USCIS form pages, current as of June 2026, and reflect the 2024 final fee rule plus Public Law 119-21. See our methodology for how we verify each number. This article is general information, not legal advice — confirm the current fee on USCIS.gov and consult a licensed immigration attorney for advice on your case.