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USCIS 2026 Immigration Fees: Green Card, Citizenship, and Work Permit Costs

USCIS outlines 2026 fees for green cards, citizenship, and work permits, noting online discounts for some forms.

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As of 2026, the fee for the Green Card adjustment of status (Form I-485) is US$1,440, and this form must be submitted on paper. [1] The fee for US citizenship by naturalization (Form N-400) is US$760 when filed on paper but US$710 when filed electronically. [2] If a work permit is requested alongside a new Green Card application (Form I-485), an additional fee of US$260 applies, resulting in a total of US$1,700. [3] The fee for a work permit (Form I-765) is US$520 on paper and US$470 when filed online. [4] For applicants seeking a Green Card via Form I-485 who also require work authorization, an additional fee of US$260 is charged for Form I-765, resulting in a total USCIS fee of US$1,700. [5]
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  1. As of 2026, the fee for the Green Card adjustment of status (Form I-485) is US$1,440, and this form must be submitted on paper. · elcomercio.pePeru
  2. The fee for US citizenship by naturalization (Form N-400) is US$760 when filed on paper but US$710 when filed electronically. · elcomercio.pePeru
  3. If a work permit is requested alongside a new Green Card application (Form I-485), an additional fee of US$260 applies, resulting in a total of US$1,700. · elcomercio.pePeru
  4. The fee for a work permit (Form I-765) is US$520 on paper and US$470 when filed online. · elcomercio.pePeru
  5. For applicants seeking a Green Card via Form I-485 who also require work authorization, an additional fee of US$260 is charged for Form I-765, resulting in a total USCIS fee of US$1,700. · Gestión
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