Is there a different visa fee at the consulate for EB-1A, EB-1B, or EB-1C?

No. EB-1A, EB-1B, and EB-1C are subcategories of the same employment-based immigration category (first preference). They differ by the profile each one recognizes, not by a separate fee schedule.

The consular fee for an immigrant visa is set by the U.S. government and charged according to the visa category, not the EB-1 subcategory you qualified under. In other words, there is no separate EB-1A fee versus an EB-1B or EB-1C fee at the consular stage.

It is worth noting that these amounts are reviewed periodically and may change. Do not rely on figures shared by third parties: the current amount is always available through official sources.

Before planning your costs, check the current fee through official channels (the U.S. Department of State and USCIS) or with a specialist, to work with the correct amount at the time of filing.

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