USCIS fee schedule 2026 — full list of filing fees
Here is the current USCIS fee schedule for the most common forms, taken from the official Form G-1055 fee schedule (What is Form G-1055?). Online filing is typically $50 cheaper than paper. Select a form code for its full guide — who files it, what it costs, and the mistakes that get it rejected. Confirm your exact total at the official USCIS fee calculator before you file.
| Form | What it's for | Online fee | Paper fee | Form edition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-485 | Apply for a green card (adjust status) | $1,390 | $1,440 | 01/20/25 |
| I-130 | Petition for a relative (family green card) | $625 | $675 | 04/01/24 |
| I-765 | Work permit / employment authorization | $470 | $520 | 08/21/25 |
| I-131 | Travel document / advance parole | $580 | $630 | 01/20/25 |
| N-400 | Apply for U.S. citizenship | $710 | $760 | 01/20/25 |
| I-90 | Replace or renew a green card | $415 | $465 | 01/20/25 |
| I-751 | Remove conditions on residence | $700 | $750 | 04/01/24 |
| I-129F | Fiancé(e) petition (K-1) | Paper only | $675 | 01/20/25 |
| I-140 | Employer petition for a worker (green card) | $665 | $715 | 06/07/24 |
| I-129 | Nonimmigrant worker petition — H-1B shown; varies by class (E/TN $965–$1,015, O $1,055, L $1,385) | $730 | $780 | 02/27/26 |
| I-539 | Extend or change nonimmigrant status | $420 | $470 | 08/28/24 |
| N-600 | Certificate of citizenship | $1,335 | $1,385 | 01/20/25 |
General filing fees for applicants age 14 and older where applicable; the "Form edition" column is the current acceptable edition date of each form. Form I-765 is $260 (paper or online) when filed together with a pending Form I-485. Form I-129F is paper-filing only. Forms I-140 and I-129 also carry an Asylum Program Fee paid by the employer ($600 standard, $300 small employer, $0 nonprofit). Lower-income applicants may qualify for a reduced fee or waiver (Form I-912). Fees are current as of the G-1055 edition shown above and may change — always verify at uscis.gov.
I-485 filing fee
The I-485 filing fee — Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status — is $1,440 by paper or $1,390 online for an applicant age 14 or older. An applicant under 14 filing with a parent's I-485 pays $950 (paper) or $900 (online). Because most people adjusting status inside the U.S. also want to work and travel while they wait, the I-485 is usually filed together with Form I-765 for a work permit (only $260 when filed with a pending I-485) and Form I-131 for advance parole ($630). That brings a typical I-485 package to roughly $2,330 in USCIS filing fees, before any I-130 petition. The I-485 fee is non-refundable, so it is worth confirming the form is error-free before you mail it.
I-130 fee
The I-130 fee — Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative — is $675 by paper or $625 online. It is the same $675/$625 whether you are petitioning for a spouse, child, parent, or sibling. The I-130 is the petition that establishes the family relationship; on its own it does not grant any status or work permit. When a relative is already in the U.S. and eligible, the I-130 is often filed concurrently with the I-485 green card application, so many families pay the I-130 fee and the I-485 fee at the same time. Add the forms you are filing in the calculator above to see your combined total.
How USCIS filing fees work in 2026
USCIS publishes every filing fee in a single document — Form G-1055, the Fee Schedule. The amounts in this calculator are taken directly from the current edition. A few things that surprise most self-filers:
- Online filing is usually $50 cheaper. Many forms (like the I-485 and N-400) cost $50 less when filed through a USCIS online account instead of on paper.
- You pay for each form separately. Since April 2024, when you file an I-485 green card application together with a work permit (I-765) and travel document (I-131), each one carries its own fee — they're no longer bundled.
- The work permit is discounted with a green card application. Form I-765 is $520 on its own, but only $260 when filed with a pending I-485.
- Fees are non-refundable. If USCIS rejects your form for an error, you generally don't get the fee back — you pay again when you re-file.
- Fee waivers exist. Lower-income applicants may qualify for a reduced fee or a full fee waiver using Form I-912.
What a green card actually costs in filing fees
The most-searched question we see is the cost of a green card. For an adjustment of status filed inside the U.S., the core USCIS filing fees come to roughly:
- Family-based package (I-130 + I-485 + I-765 + I-131): about $3,005
- Applicant's own package (I-485 + I-765 + I-131): about $2,330
Use the calculator above to build your exact combination. These are USCIS filing fees only — they don't include medical exams, translations, photos, or attorney fees.
Frequently asked questions
What is the USCIS fee schedule for 2026?
The USCIS fee schedule is the official list of filing fees for every immigration form, published as Form G-1055. Current common 2026 fees include the I-485 ($1,440 paper / $1,390 online), I-130 ($675 / $625), I-765 ($520 / $470, or $260 with a pending I-485), I-131 ($630 / $580), and N-400 ($760 / $710). See the full table above.
How much is the I-130 filing fee?
The I-130 fee is $675 by paper or $625 online, the same for any qualifying relative. It is often filed together with the I-485 when the relative is already in the U.S.
How much is the I-765 filing fee?
The I-765 work-permit fee is $520 paper / $470 online on its own, but only $260 (paper or online) when filed with a pending I-485.
Is USCIS online filing cheaper than paper?
Yes — USCIS gives a $50 discount on many forms filed online. Toggle between "Online" and "Paper" above to see the difference for your forms.
Are USCIS filing fees refundable if I'm denied or rejected?
No. Filing fees are generally non-refundable, even if your application is rejected for a fixable error. That's why a pre-filing review is worth it.
Are these the official fees?
Yes — every amount comes from the official USCIS Form G-1055 fee schedule (edition 05/29/26). USCIS updates fees frequently, so always confirm your exact total at the official USCIS fee calculator before filing.