2025 USCIS Form G-1055 Updates: New Biometric Fees

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services revised the G-1055 Fee Schedule, with the latest update published on October 2, 2025, to implement new charges and enforcement dates tied to Public Law 119-21 (the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Bill). The updated schedule adds a new biometric services fee for several Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) forms and sets specific fees for certain work permit filings under the Family Reunification Task Force.

USCIS set cut-off dates that make correct payment a condition of acceptance: applications postmarked on or after July 22, 2025 must include the new amounts, and filings received on or after August 21, 2025 without the required payment will be rejected. According to analysis by VisaVerge.com, these changes mark a firm shift toward more precise, form-specific fee rules that applicants must follow to avoid delays or denial at intake.

Key Fee Changes

• $85 biometric services fee (separate and mandatory) added for three Department of Justice EOIR forms:
  • Form EOIR-40
  • Form EOIR-42A
  • Form EOIR-42B
• Family Reunification Task Force — Form I-765 fees:
  • Initial application: $550
  • Renewal: $275
• No fee waivers: These specific charges are not eligible for fee waivers and must be paid with the filing.

Enforcement Dates (Important)

• Filings postmarked on or after July 22, 2025 must include the revised fees.
• Filings received on or after August 21, 2025 lacking correct fees will be rejected.

Important: Mail timing and correct payment matters. A package postmarked July 21, 2025 could be governed by the old amounts; a package mailed July 22, 2025 must include the new fees. USCIS will treat reception date (August 21, 2025 onward) strictly for rejection with incorrect payment.

What the G-1055 Fee Schedule Does

The G-1055 Fee Schedule is the central reference aligning current charges by form number. When the schedule changes, total due may include:
– A base filing fee
– A separate biometric services fee (where listed)
– Program-specific charges (like Family Reunification Task Force I-765 amounts)

USCIS lists these items so applicants have a single source for the most recent amounts. The official schedule is posted at Form G-1055, Fee Schedule and general fee guidance is at USCIS Filing Fees.

Practical Impact on Applicants

• Budget for the extra $85 biometric services fee when filing EOIR-40, EOIR-42A, or EOIR-42B. This fee covers fingerprinting and identity checks.
• For Family Reunification Task Force I-765 filings, plan for $550 (initial) and $275 (renewal).
• Because these fees cannot be waived, applicants who previously depended on fee waivers will need to cover these costs out of pocket or seek community assistance.

Common Filing Risks and Mistakes

• Sending the filing fee but forgetting the biometric services fee (common cause of rejection).
• Using outdated fee tables saved offline — always verify the fee the day you prepare the packet.
• Addressing money orders to the wrong payee or sending unsigned/insufficient checks.
• Applying a fee for the wrong I-765 category (not every I-765 is under the Family Reunification Task Force).

Recommended Filing Checklist

1. Check Form G-1055, Fee Schedule the day you prepare your packet.
2. Confirm whether a biometric services fee applies; if yes, add $85 to the total.
3. For Family Reunification Task Force I-765 filings, include $550 (initial) or $275 (renewal).
4. Follow the form page instructions (e.g., Form I-765) for payment methods and placement.
5. Use traceable mailing (tracking) and mail well before deadlines to allow time for resubmission if needed.
6. Keep a copy of the fee schedule entry or a printout in the case file.

Examples to Clarify

• Example 1 (Timing): A package mailed July 21, 2025 may use old fees if properly postmarked. The same package mailed July 22, 2025 must include the new fee amounts. If received on or after August 21, 2025 without correct fees, it will be rejected.
• Example 2 (Missing Biometric Fee): Filing EOIR-42B with only the base filing fee and forgetting the $85 biometric fee will be rejected if postmarked after July 22, 2025 and received on/after August 21, 2025. Resubmission requires paying the missing $85 plus extra time and expense.

Who Should Review Form Pages and Where to Find Info

• USCIS fee page: USCIS Filing Fees
• G-1055 fee schedule: Form G-1055, Fee Schedule
• Form I-765 information: Form I-765
• EOIR forms and instructions:
  • EOIR-40
  • EOIR-42A
  • EOIR-42B

Guidance for Caseworkers, Legal Aid, and Community Groups

• Update intake forms and training materials to reflect the October 2, 2025 revision.
• Use a pre-mailing checklist that includes lines for:
  • “$85 biometric fee included”
  • “Form-specific fee included”
  • “Amounts match G-1055 Fee Schedule as of today”
• Keep a copy of the G-1055 entry in the case file to document the intended amounts if a package is returned for nonpayment.
• Suggest community funds or small grants to assist filers who cannot waive required fees.

Payment Methods and Best Practices

• Ensure checks/money orders list the correct payee, are signed, and dated.
• Confirm bank accounts have sufficient funds to avoid bounced checks.
• Use traceable mail and retain copies of the whole submission.
• When guidance calls for separate payments, follow that rule even if combining payments seems easier.

Final Takeaway

The October 2, 2025 revision of the G-1055 Fee Schedule implements key changes required by the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Bill and enforces strict intake standards. The immediate actions applicants should take are:

• Verify current amounts on the G-1055 the day you prepare the packet.
• Include the exact filing fee, any required $85 biometric services fee, and the Family Reunification Task Force I-765 amounts ($550 initial, $275 renewal) as applicable.
• Mail early with tracking and keep records to minimize the risk of rejection and delays.

Following these steps—check the schedule, pay the exact amounts, and mail with time to spare—gives your filing the best chance of passing intake without preventable returns.