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Is There a Different I-485 Fee for Refugees Versus Asylees?
Refugees applying for permanent residency via Form I-485 pay no fees, while asylees pay $1,440 or seek a waiver. Both…
Where to Place Payment in Your I-485 Application Package
Starting April 2024, the I-485 fee rose to $1,440. Applicants must submit separate payments for each form with proper placement.…
What Happens If I Accidentally Overpay My I-485 Filing Fee?
The $1,440 Form I-485 fee must be paid exactly to avoid processing issues. USCIS rarely refunds overpayments, only if applications…
Can My Spouse and Children Get Green Cards as EB-2 NIW Dependents?
EB-2 NIW applicants’ spouses and children under 21 can gain green cards as dependents either via U.S. adjustment of status…
Exceptions for Religious or Conscientious Objections to Oath of Allegiance
Applicants for U.S. citizenship may request a modified Oath of Allegiance to exclude military service promises due to religious or…
Council and AILA Sue DHS, USCIS to Reveal Asylee Green Card Suspension Details
In March 2025, USCIS suspended green card processing for asylees and refugees. A June lawsuit seeks agency transparency on added…
What To Do If Your EB-2 NIW Petition Is Denied
In 2025, EB-2 NIW denial rates increased to 37.2%, surpassing EB-1A’s 25.1%, due to USCIS’s stricter evidence requirements. Applicants can…
Does I-485 Fee Include the Work Permit Fee for Concurrent I-765?
Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS charges separate fees for Forms I-485, I-765, and I-131. Applicants must pay individual fees totaling…