If you’re planning to file any US immigration forms, here’s something important you need to know. The United States has set a strict deadline for immigration applications that do not include the proper filing fees.
Starting August 21, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin rejecting applications that don’t include the correct fees.
What’s Changing?
On July 18, 2025, USCIS announced new fees as part of the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Bill. These fees apply to most immigration applications, including those for work permits and family reunification.
Key Date: August 21, 2025
If you mail your application on or after August 21, you need to include the new fees, no exceptions. Send the wrong amount, and USCIS will reject it.