What are the approximate costs of the EB-2 NIW process?

The costs of the EB-2 NIW typically fall into two categories: the official fees charged by the United States government to process the petition and the professional fees of attorneys or consultants who help prepare the case. Since these amounts change over time, this text describes the structure, not fixed numbers.

Official fees are set and updated by the immigration authority itself and may include more than one stage, depending on the path your case takes (for example, the initial petition and, depending on your situation, later stages of adjustment of status or consular processing). The current amount should always be verified at the official source (USCIS).

Professional fees, on the other hand, vary considerably based on factors such as:

• The complexity of the case and the volume of evidence to be organized.
• The experience of the professional or firm hired.
• The scope of the service (full preparation, review, ongoing support).

Be wary of proposals well below market rate or that promise guaranteed results. To plan your budget safely, confirm the current official fees at the source (USCIS) and request detailed quotes from qualified professionals.

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