USCIS Filing Fees Calculator
How to calculate USCIS fees correctly
USCIS fees usually stack in layers: (1) the base filing fee for the form, plus (2) specific add-ons that apply only in certain contexts (for example, Asylum Program Fee for many employment petitions, and HR-1 statutory charges for certain EAD categories).
Practical order of operations:
- List the exact forms you will file (for example: I-130, I-485, I-765, I-131, N-400, I-140, Immigrant Fee).
- Select the submission method: online vs paper. The $50 online discount applies only where allowed.
- Check whether your situation triggers add-ons:
- I-140: select the Asylum Program Fee level based on petitioner type.
- I-765: some categories can have HR-1 statutory add-ons effective 01/01/2026.
- Confirm whether you qualify for exceptions or reduced fees (for example, N-400 reduced fee with documented income ≤ 400% FPG).
- Follow each form’s official “How to Pay” instructions. Payment separation rules matter.
The calculator above follows the same logic: base fees are totaled, and add-ons are shown as separate lines when applicable.
Online vs paper — key forms
| Form | Online | Paper | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-130 | $625 | $675 | $50 online discount applies where online filing is available. |
| I-485 (adult) | $1,440 | $1,440 | Adult fee shown. Online discount does not apply here. |
| I-765 (general) | $470 | $520 | Common exceptions: with pending I-485 filed on/after 04/01/2024 — $260 (no online discount). With pending I-485 filed on/after 07/30/2007 and before 04/01/2024 (paid I-485 fee) — $0. Some categories can add HR-1 statutory charges (effective 01/01/2026). |
| I-131 | $580 | $630 | Travel document categories vary. A common exception: with pending I-485 filed on/after 07/30/2007 and before 04/01/2024 (paid I-485 fee) — $0. |
| N-400 | $710 | $760 | Reduced fee: $380 for documented household income ≤ 400% FPG (paper only; online discount does not apply). |
| I-140 | $715 | $715 | Premium Processing is separate. Asylum Program Fee is often required: $0 / $300 / $600 depending on petitioner type. |
| USCIS Immigrant Fee | $235 | $235 | Paid after consular processing for production/issuance of the physical Green Card. |
Examples & test cases (3–5 scenarios)
Test case 1 — Marriage-based AOS (inside the U.S.): I-130 (online) + I-485 (adult) + I-765 with pending I-485 filed on/after 04/01/2024.
Expected:
I-130 $625 + I-485 $1,440 + I-765 $260 = $2,325 (base fees only; no add-ons shown).
Test case 2 — Naturalization (standard): N-400 filed online.
Expected:
N-400 $710.
If you qualify for the reduced fee category (paper-only), the N-400 amount can be $380 with documentation.
Test case 3 — Employment petition (typical employer): I-140 base fee + Asylum Program Fee (standard petitioner).
Expected:
I-140 $715 + APF $600 = $1,315.
Small employer (≤25 FTE): APF $300 → total $1,015. Nonprofit: APF $0 → total $715.
Test case 4 — TPS EAD (HR-1 statutory line applies): I-765 base fee (online) + HR-1 statutory (initial).
Expected:
I-765 $470 + HR-1 statutory $560 = $1,030.
Test case 5 — Advance Parole with older paid I-485 (pending): I-131 with pending I-485 filed on/after 07/30/2007 and before 04/01/2024 (paid I-485 fee).
Expected:
I-131 $0 (base fee exception; confirm eligibility before filing).
What are HR-1 statutory charges?
HR-1 statutory charges are separate, category-specific amounts created by law and indexed for inflation. They apply only to certain EAD situations (often in humanitarian/temporary contexts) and are added on top of the base fee.
- Effective 01/01/2026: many “initial” statutory EAD lines are $560.
- Effective 01/01/2026: some “renewal/extension” statutory lines are $280.
- Exceptions exist (for example, some asylum renewal statutory lines remain $275).
Practice tip: If your case has both a base I-765 fee and an HR-1 statutory line, treat them as separate line items and follow the official payment instructions to reduce rejection risk.
How to pay correctly
Always follow the form’s official instructions. General guidance:
- Paper filings: use a separate payment per form and per add-on line (APF, HR-1) unless official instructions explicitly allow combining.
- Online filings: verify the final total in your USCIS account before submission.
- Memo field (checks): include the exact form number and A-Number (if any) to reduce processing ambiguity.
- Keep copies of receipts and payment evidence in your records.
Speed tip: If you expect a follow-up payment (for example, an add-on line), prepare labeled payment materials in advance to avoid delays.
Common mistakes
- One payment for everything. Many scenarios require separate payments per form and per add-on line.
- Assuming the $50 online discount always applies. It applies only where allowed—and not to every special-case fee.
- Missing Asylum Program Fee on I-140. If your petitioner type triggers APF, it must be included as a separate line item.
- Forgetting HR-1 statutory charges. Certain EAD categories can add indexed statutory lines effective 01/01/2026.
- Using outdated numbers. Verify against official sources right before you file.
Typical online base fees — quick view
This chart shows base filing fees only. Add-ons (Asylum Program Fee, HR-1 statutory charges) depend on category and appear separately in the calculator.
FAQ
1) Can I pay a single lump sum for a multi-form packet?
Often no. Many cases require separate payments per form and per add-on line (APF, HR-1). Follow the official “How to Pay” instructions for each form.
2) When does the $50 online filing discount apply?
The discount applies only where allowed for that specific filing and fee type. Some special-case fees and add-ons are not eligible for the discount.
3) Do I always owe the Asylum Program Fee with Form I-140?
In many I-140 cases, APF applies. The amount depends on petitioner type: standard ($600), small employer ($300), or nonprofit ($0), where eligible. Confirm the current rules for your petitioner type.
4) Why does I-765 sometimes show $260 instead of $470/$520?
If you have a pending Form I-485 filed on/after 04/01/2024, the I-765 can be $260. This special-case fee is not reduced by the online discount.
5) What changed on 01/01/2026 for HR-1 statutory lines?
For certain EAD categories, indexed statutory charges apply effective 01/01/2026. Typical examples are $560 for some initial statutory lines and $280 for some renewal/extension lines, with exceptions like $275 for certain asylum renewal statutory lines.
6) Can I use the N-400 reduced fee and still file online?
Reduced fee eligibility requires documented household income ≤ 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The reduced fee is paper-only and does not receive the online discount.
7) What’s the safest way to confirm the exact amount right before filing?
Use the official government sources: the current fee schedule in 8 CFR Part 106, and the official USCIS form page for your exact category. If your case has add-ons (APF or HR-1), confirm payment separation rules in the form instructions.
Sources (official)
- GovInfo — 8 CFR Part 106.2 (Fee schedule; includes N-400 $760 / reduced $380 and USCIS Immigrant Fee $235) Primary fee schedule text for many base filing fees and key exceptions.
- GovInfo — 8 CFR Part 106.1 (online filing discount and related rules) Defines when the $50 online discount applies.
- GovInfo — 8 CFR Part 106.3 (Asylum Program Fee) Sets the Asylum Program Fee levels ($600 / $300 / $0) and eligibility details.
- GovInfo — Federal Register (FR Doc. 2025-20622): Inflation Adjustment to HR-1 Immigration Fees (effective 01/01/2026) Official notice for indexed HR-1 statutory amounts used as EAD add-ons (e.g., $560 / $280 / exceptions such as $275).
- USCIS — USCIS Immigrant Fee Official USCIS page describing the immigrant fee purpose and current amount.
- USCIS Policy Manual — Fee waivers and fee exemptions (overview) Official policy-level explanations for waiver/exemption concepts and related eligibility.
- USCIS — Form G-1055 (Fee Schedule PDF) USCIS PDF reference sheet; best used together with the form-specific fee pages.
- Federal Register — USCIS Fee Schedule final rule (01/31/2024) The final rule establishing the modern fee structure effective 04/01/2024.
- Federal Register — Corrections to the fee rule (03/21/2024) Official corrections/clarifications to the final rule publication.
