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Do I Need to Pay a Separate Fee for Work Permit After Filing I-485?

As of April 1, 2024, USCIS requires separate filing fees for Form I-765. Applicants filing I-485 earlier avoid extra fees.…

Form I-485 Not Eligible for Fee Waiver Using Form I-912, USCIS Confirms

Form I-485 is not eligible for fee waivers via Form I-912, except for specific exemptions like VAWA. Submitting fee waiver…

Is the I-485 Filing Fee Different for a 13-Year-Old Versus a 15-Year-Old?

USCIS fees for Form I-485 differ by age and filing status. Children under 14 filing with a parent pay $950;…

What Are the Main Causes of Delays in Green Card Renewal Process?

USCIS green card renewals now take 18 to 24 months due to high application volumes, suspensions impacting refugees, and added…

Am I Required to Work Only in My Proposed Field After EB-2 NIW Approval?

EB-2 NIW grants green cards without employer sponsorship. Cardholders can change jobs but should remain in related fields. USCIS reviews…

Estimated Total Cost for Green Card Renewal Process in 2025

Green card renewal in 2025 costs $415 online or $465 by mail, with no biometric fee. File Form I-90 online…

Essential Documents Needed for Your Green Card Renewal Application

Permanent residents must renew green cards using Form I-90 about six months before expiry. The fee is $540, and processing…

Will I Get a Status Extension During My Green Card Renewal Process?

Beginning September 2024, USCIS extends green card validity to 36 months with Form I-90 filing. Residents can continue working, traveling,…