What fees are paid to the NVC?

In the immigration process to the United States, especially in the case of the EB-4 visa, there are several steps that must be carefully followed. One of them involves the processing of documents and the payment of fees required by the National Visa Center (NVC), an agency that plays an essential role in organizing the process before the interview at the consulate or embassy.

Currently, the NVC collects two main fees for most immigrant visa processes:

1. DS-260 Fee – this corresponds to the online application for the immigrant visa. This fee is necessary for the NVC to process your visa form, reviewing the data and scheduling the consular interview later.

2. Affidavit of Support Fee (when applicable) – if your process requires proof of financial support, there may also be payment of this additional fee. It is worth remembering that not all EB-4 cases require this documentation, as the need varies according to the specific immigrant’s situation.

It is important to emphasize that the amounts can be changed periodically, following the regulations of the U.S. Department of State. Therefore, it is always recommended to consult the updated information on the official website of the NVC or the consulate/embassy where the process will be conducted.

Finally, it is fundamental to follow all laws and official instructions during the process, maintaining extra attention to avoid possible scams or misleading promises propagated by marketing campaigns that guarantee results without official support. Seeking guidance from reliable and specialized sources is always the safest way to conduct your immigration process successfully and securely.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.