I-485 Filing Fee Increased to $1,440 for All Ages as of April 2024
USCIS raised green card I-485 fees to $1,440 for all applicants as of April 2024, removing child discounts.…
US Embassy Requires All Social Media Usernames From Past Five Years for Visa
Beginning June 2025, millions applying for F, M, and J visas must reveal all social media usernames used…
Can You Request Expedited Green Card Renewal for Urgent Situations?
Expedited green card renewal by USCIS is reserved for urgent cases with strong proof. File Form I-90 up…
Fee Waivers for Form I-485: Largely Unavailable for Most Applicants
As of June 2025, fee waivers for Form I-485 are mostly unavailable except for humanitarian asylum seekers, refugees,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Removing Conditions on a Conditional Green Card: Key Steps for 2026
Conditional residents must file to remove residency restrictions within 90 days of their card's expiration. Using Form I-751…
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…
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…
Can I Pay One Fee for All Family Members’ I-485 Forms?
USCIS mandates separate payment for each Form I-485 and related forms. Each payment must be exact and individual…
Can I Use Premium Processing for My EB-2 NIW Case in 2025?
Since January 2023, EB-2 NIW petitioners can request premium processing for a $2,500 fee to get USCIS decisions…