USCIS Will Soon Raise Its Fees

On July 31, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that USCIS is going to increase the filing fees for certain immigration applications and that it will take effect on October 2, 2020.

The final rule shows that, while USCIS is lowering the fees for certain immigration applications, other immigration benefits such as citizenship will see significant increases. In addition, USCIS will apply, for the first time, a fee to asylum applicants, which aligns with the Trump administration’s policy of making life more difficult for those who are most vulnerable.

Below you will find a chart with the changes to some immigration applications:

See the full document: The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Announces and Changes the Requirements to Apply for Certain Immigration Benefits.

If you, a family member, or a friend qualifies for an immigration benefit that will be impacted by this rule, now is the time to apply, and our immigration attorneys at FitzGerald Law Company can help you. Call today at (617) 303-2600 and schedule a consultation with us.

We understand that we are living in a difficult time for everyone, and our entire team is here to assist you. We offer payment plans for our legal fees and accept most credit/debit cards as well as checks as forms of payment.

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Desmond P. FitzGerald, Esq.

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Desmond P. FitzGerald is a Boston-based immigration, criminal defense and personal injury attorney, founder of FitzGerald Law Company. Inspired by his own immigrant family background and personal immigration experience, he provides dedicated, personalized legal support to individuals, families and businesses navigating the U.S. immigration and legal system. With extensive experience representing clients before state and federal agencies and courts, he has achieved notable successes in complex immigration, personal injury, and criminal cases.

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