Form I-601A filing fee
Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver · USCIS · Waivers
The filing fee for Form I-601A (Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver) is $795 as of June 2026. Request a provisional waiver of unlawful presence before departing the U.S. for consular processing of an immigrant visa, reducing time spent abroad. The typical all-in cost when filing online is about $795.
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
Fee breakdown
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Filing fee | $795 |
| Typical all-in (online filing + biometrics) | $795 |
Source: USCIS Fee Schedule (Form G-1055). Data as of June 2026.
What Form I-601A is for
Request a provisional waiver of unlawful presence before departing the U.S. for consular processing of an immigrant visa, reducing time spent abroad.
Who files Form I-601A
Certain immigrant visa applicants in the U.S. who need a waiver of the 3- or 10-year unlawful presence bar.
Processing time
Often a year or more; approval lets the applicant attend the consular interview abroad with the waiver already in hand.
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-601A?
The USCIS filing fee for Form I-601A (Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver) is $795 when filed online, as of June 2026.
Is there a fee waiver for Form I-601A?
Form I-601A is generally not eligible for a fee waiver. Check the official form instructions, because exemptions exist for some categories.
What is Form I-601A used for?
Request a provisional waiver of unlawful presence before departing the U.S. for consular processing of an immigrant visa, reducing time spent abroad.
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Source
Fee verified against the official USCIS Form I-601A 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