Can I send personal checks for USCIS fees?

Generally, yes. USCIS typically accepts several forms of payment, and a personal check is usually among them, including for petitions related to H-1B. The key concern is not so much the type of check, but rather filling it out correctly.

To avoid delays or rejection, a few precautions are generally important:

• The check must be drawn on a U.S. financial institution.
• The payee must be written exactly as the form instructions specify.
• The amounts and details must match what the service requires, with no corrections or crossed-out text.

One critical detail: accepted payment methods and instructions change depending on the service and form, and USCIS may update them at any time. Do not rely on a fixed rule heard from third parties.

Before submitting, confirm on the official USCIS website or in the form’s own instructions whether a personal check is currently accepted for the specific service you need. When in doubt, a specialist can help you review the payment details.

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