What is the ‘USCIS Immigrant Fee’?

The USCIS Immigrant Fee is a fee charged by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to produce and issue the green card (the Permanent Resident Card). It is tied to the final stage of issuing the permanent resident document, including for those immigrating through pathways such as the EB-2 NIW.

In practice, this payment covers the administrative costs of producing the physical card and is typically associated with the point at which the immigrant has already had their immigrant visa approved and is preparing to receive permanent residency. It is a distinct step from the petition fees paid in earlier stages of the process.

Because amounts and payment methods may change, this is not the place to state a specific figure: the current amount, timeline, and payment method should be verified directly from the official source (USCIS).

Be alert to fraud and offers that promise miraculous solutions. Always confirm each fee on government websites and, if needed, seek the support of a qualified professional to avoid missing steps in the process.

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Victoria Harper

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As a journalist and lead editor at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps ensure that immigration topics are covered in a clear, trustworthy, and easy-to-understand way. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.