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Accepted Payment Methods for USCIS Form I-485 Fee Explained

Effective April 2024, USCIS raised Form I-485 fees to $1,440 and mandates separate payments per form. Payment options include checks,…

Which USCIS Form Is Required to File an EB-2 NIW Petition?

The EB-2 National Interest Waiver enables self-petitioning with Form I-140, skipping job offer and labor certification if work benefits the…

Do Special Immigrant Applicants Pay the Same I-485 Filing Fee?

The Form I-485 filing fee is $1,440, but special immigrant categories like military personnel, refugees, and juveniles qualify for automatic…

How to Calculate Total I-485 Filing Fees for Family of Four

USCIS increased I-485 fees in April 2024. Adults pay $1,440 each; children under 14 pay $950 with a parent. Separate…

Can I File a Second EB-2 NIW Petition After Rejection?

You may refile your EB-2 NIW petition after rejection without limits by addressing denial reasons, submitting new evidence, completing a…

Does Green Card Renewal Apply to Conditional Residents with 2-Year Cards?

Conditional green card holders must petition to remove conditions within 90 days before expiration using specific USCIS forms. Failure to…

Essential Documents to Include in Your EB-2 NIW Application Package

The EB-2 NIW enables advanced degree holders to self-petition for U.S. residency by demonstrating national interest contributions. Applicants must submit…

Do I Need a Separate Check for Each Family Member’s I-485 Filing?

USCIS updated fee rules now mandate separate payments for each Form I-485, I-765, and I-131 filed. Each I-485 costs $1,440,…