Effective for filings postmarked on or after March 1, 2026.
Overview
Overview
The Department of Homeland Security has issued a final rule increasing USCIS premium processing fees to account for inflation from June 2023 through June
2025. Fee adjustments occur biennially under the USCIS Stabilization Act.
Why This Matters
Petitioners and applicants must account for higher filing costs when requesting premium processing. Incorrect fee submissions may result in rejection or processing delays.
Key Fee Changes
Form I-129 (H-2B or R-1):
$1,685 → $1,780
Form I-129 (Most Classifications):
$2,805 → $2,965
Form I-140 (Employment-Based):
$2,805 → $2,965
Form I-539:
$1,965 → $2,075
Form I-765 (OPT/STEM OPT):
$1,685 → $1,780 $1,780
Form I-129 (Most Classifications):
$2,805 → $2,965
Form I-140 (Employment-Based):
$2,805 → $2,965
Form I-539:
$1,965 → $2,075
Form I-765 (OPT/STEM OPT):
$1,685 → $1,780