New U.S. Immigration Fees Take Effect

In a major shift to U.S. immigration policy, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a new set of mandatory fees under the H.R. 1 legislation, effective from July 22, 2025.

These fees are in addition to existing application costs and apply to asylum seekers, work permit holders, TPS applicants, and others. Notably, these new charges are non-negotiable.

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Here’s a breakdown of the changes and what they mean for applicants going forward:

1. Asylum Application Fee – ₹8,300 (Approx. $100)

New Rule: Form I-589 now requires a $100 fee
Annual Requirement: Applicants must also pay a $100 yearly fee while their case is pending
USCIS will notify applicants about annual payment deadlines

2. Work Permit (EAD) Fees – Up to ₹45,800 (Approx. $550)

Using Form I-765:

$550 for first-time applicants
$275 for renewals
$275 if linked to parole (Form I-131). The EAD allows immigrants to legally work while awaiting decisions on their immigration status

3. TPS Registration – ₹41,700 (Approx. $500)

TPS applicants using Form I-821 must now pay $500 (up from $50)
TPS offers temporary residence and work authorization for nationals of countries affected by crises

4. Special Immigrant Juvenile Fee – ₹20,800 (Approx. $250)

Children applying under Form I-360 for SIJ status must now pay a $250 fee
These are minors seeking protection due to abuse, abandonment, or neglect

Don’t Miss Deadlines

Applicants with asylum cases filed after October 1, 2024, will be personally notified by USCIS when their Annual Asylum Fee (AAF) is due.

Payment is required each year on the anniversary of the application until the case is resolved.

Work Permit Validity Also Changing

Parolees: EADs valid for 1 year or until parole ends, whichever comes first
TPS Holders: EADs valid for 1 year or until TPS status expires

Additional Fees

These are new fees under H.R. 1 and do not replace existing USCIS filing fees
If eligible, you may still request a fee waiver using Form I-912, for existing USCIS charges only. The new H.R. 1 fees cannot be waived under any circumstances

USCIS will soon announce additional increases for:

Form I-131 (travel permits/advance parole)
Form I-102 (replacement of I-94 travel records)

Conclusion:

The new fee structure marks a significant shift in how the U.S. handles immigration funding.

Check current USCIS fees before submitting applications
Make sure payments are complete and timely
Seek professional guidance where needed

Failure to include the correct fees will result in your application being automatically rejected.
Effective July 22, 2025

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