Form I-129F filing fee
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) · USCIS · Family
The filing fee for Form I-129F (Petition for Alien Fiance(e)) is $675 as of June 2026. Petition to bring a fiance(e) (K-1) or, in limited cases, a spouse (K-3) to the U.S. so the marriage can be completed and the immigration process continued. The typical all-in cost when filing online is about $675.
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
Fee breakdown
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Filing fee | $675 |
| Typical all-in (online filing + biometrics) | $675 |
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
What Form I-129F is for
Petition to bring a fiance(e) (K-1) or, in limited cases, a spouse (K-3) to the U.S. so the marriage can be completed and the immigration process continued.
Who files Form I-129F
U.S. citizens petitioning for a foreign fiance(e) or spouse.
Processing time
Typically many months at USCIS, followed by consular processing of the K-1 visa at the U.S. embassy abroad (separate State Department MRV fee of $265).
Processing times are general expectations only; USCIS publishes case-specific estimates on its processing times page, which vary by service center and category.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the filing fee for Form I-129F?
The USCIS filing fee for Form I-129F (Petition for Alien Fiance(e)) is $675 when filed online, as of June 2026.
Is there a fee waiver for Form I-129F?
Form I-129F is generally not eligible for a fee waiver. Check the official form instructions, because exemptions exist for some categories.
What is Form I-129F used for?
Petition to bring a fiance(e) (K-1) or, in limited cases, a spouse (K-3) to the U.S. so the marriage can be completed and the immigration process continued.
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Source
Fee verified against the official USCIS Form I-129F page and the USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Cross-checked source: USCIS G-1055 fee schedule (2024 final fee rule). Figures current as of June 2026. This page is informational only and is not legal advice — confirm the fee on USCIS.gov before filing, and see our methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-15