Form I-601 filing fee
Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility · USCIS · Waivers
The filing fee for Form I-601 (Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility) is $1,050 as of June 2026. Request a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility (such as unlawful presence, fraud or certain criminal grounds) to allow an immigration benefit to be granted. The typical all-in cost when filing online is about $1,050.
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
Fee breakdown
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Filing fee | $1,050 |
| Typical all-in (online filing + biometrics) | $1,050 |
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
What Form I-601 is for
Request a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility (such as unlawful presence, fraud or certain criminal grounds) to allow an immigration benefit to be granted.
Who files Form I-601
Applicants found inadmissible who qualify for a discretionary waiver, often based on hardship to a qualifying U.S. relative.
Processing time
Frequently a year or more, as USCIS weighs hardship and discretionary factors.
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-601?
The USCIS filing fee for Form I-601 (Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility) is $1,050 when filed online, as of June 2026.
Is there a fee waiver for Form I-601?
Form I-601 is generally eligible for a fee waiver using Form I-912 if you meet the low-income criteria. Fees created by Public Law 119-21 (H.R. 1) cannot be waived.
What is Form I-601 used for?
Request a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility (such as unlawful presence, fraud or certain criminal grounds) to allow an immigration benefit to be granted.
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Source
Fee verified against the official USCIS Form I-601 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