USCIS Fees Calculator (2026)
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Every USCIS form carries its own filing fee, and a family case adds up fast. This calculator uses the fees published in the May 29, 2026 edition of Form G-1055, multiplies them by the number of applicants, shows the discount for filing online and adds the market range for attorney fees.
2026 USCIS filing fees
The amounts below come from the 05/29/2026 edition of Form G-1055, the official USCIS fee schedule. Two rules from the April 2024 fee overhaul still apply: the separate $85 biometrics fee is gone — it is bundled into the filing fee — and eligible forms cost $50 less when filed online.
| Form | Purpose | Paper | Online |
|---|---|---|---|
| N-400 | Naturalization (US citizenship) | $760 | $710 |
| I-485 | Adjustment of status (green card inside the US) | $1,440 | Not available |
| I-130 | Petition for a relative | $675 | $625 |
| I-765 | Standalone work permit (EAD) | $520 | $470 |
| I-765 | EAD filed with an I-485 submitted after 04/01/2024 | $260 | — |
| I-90 | Green card renewal or replacement | $465 | $415 |
| I-131 | Advance parole / reentry permit | $630 | Not available |
| I-129F | K-1 fiancé(e) petition | $675 | Not available |
| N-600 | Certificate of citizenship | $1,385 | $1,335 |
A worked example: the marriage green card
The most common family package filed from inside the United States combines four forms at once: I-130 ($675) + I-485 ($1,440) + I-765 ($260, because it rides along with the I-485) + I-131 ($630) — $3,005 in government fees for a single applicant. Add another set for every stepchild adjusting status alongside.
Attorneys typically charge $3,500 to $8,000 in flat fees for that full package, so the realistic all-in range runs from roughly $6,500 to more than $11,000. Budget separately for the medical exam with a civil surgeon ($200–$500, rarely covered by insurance), passport-style photos and certified English translations of foreign civil documents.
Fee waivers, reduced fees and the fees you cannot waive
Form I-912 requests a full fee waiver and is generally granted to applicants with documented household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, applicants receiving a means-tested public benefit, or applicants demonstrating financial hardship. The N-400 also has a reduced fee of $380 for household income below 400% of the guidelines, and current or former members of the US armed forces are exempt from naturalization fees.
Two caveats matter in 2026. A proposed rule published in the Federal Register on June 23, 2026 would eliminate both the fee waiver and the reduced fee for the N-400 and N-336, keeping only the military exemption; the comment period ran to August 24, 2026 and the rule is not final. Separately, the statutory fees created by Public Law 119-21 — $100 to file Form I-589 for asylum plus $100 for each year the case stays pending, $550 for an initial asylum/parole/TPS work permit, $275 to renew it and $500 for TPS — were written into law and cannot be waived at all.
How long each case takes
As of August 2026, N-400 naturalization runs at a national median of roughly 5.5 months, though many field offices sit in the 8-to-14-month range. Family-based I-485 adjustment takes 12 to 20 months, with marriage cases reaching 24 months at backlogged offices, and an I-130 for the spouse of a US citizen ranges from 12 to 21.5 months depending on the service center. Spouses of green card holders (category F2A) wait considerably longer.
Remember that filing fees are never refunded — not for a denial, not for a withdrawal, and not for a rejection caused by an outdated form edition or an underpayment. Foreign-language documents must be accompanied by a full English translation and a signed certificate of translation, or a Request for Evidence is close to guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does US citizenship cost in 2026?
Form N-400 costs $760 on paper or $710 online, biometrics included. With an attorney, add roughly $750 to $2,000 in fees. Applicants with household income below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines can request a reduced fee of $380, and those below 150% can request a full waiver with Form I-912 — benefits a June 2026 proposed rule would eliminate.
What is the total cost of a marriage-based green card?
Filed concurrently inside the US, government fees total $3,005 per applicant: $675 for the I-130, $1,440 for the I-485, $260 for the I-765 filed alongside, and $630 for the I-131. Add the medical exam ($200–$500) and, if you hire counsel, $3,500 to $8,000 for the full package.
Are USCIS fees refundable if my case is denied?
No. Fees pay for adjudication, not for a favorable outcome, and are not returned after a denial, a withdrawal, or a rejection for an incorrect payment. Refunds happen only when USCIS itself charged in error.
Does filing online actually cost less?
Yes, for the forms that support it: N-400, I-130, I-765, I-90 and N-600 each cost $50 less online. The I-485, I-131 and I-129F have no online option and cost the same either way.
Sources
Informational estimate based on the May 29, 2026 edition of USCIS Form G-1055, verified on Aug 23, 2026. Fees change by regulation and by statute — always confirm at uscis.gov/g-1055 before submitting payment. Attorney fee ranges are market references, not quotes from any firm. This content is informational only and is not legal advice; consult a licensed US immigration attorney about your case.
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