Your authorized stay as a nonimmigrant is expired even if
You have timely filed an Application for Adjustment of Status (AOS) based on Spousal Petitions, Family and Employment-based Petitions and Asylum Applications!
“Over the past few days, AILA members have reported an increase in clients being detained by DHS at U.S. airports during domestic travel. This is occurring across the country, including in California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas, and Virginia.
Impacted individuals include those whose lawful status has expired but may have timely filed adjustment of status applications or asylum applications which would allow them to be in a period of authorized stay. Reports include individuals being detained who do not have criminal records and who have valid work authorization or advance parole documents.” (AILA Doc. No. 26072702)
If you have questions about your specific situation, please contact our office to schedule a consultation. We may be reached at 1 415 397 0808, law@tancinco.com or through our website: www.tancinco.com.
On July 16, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security finalized a rule rescinding the Biden administration’s 2022 public charge regulation. The change restores “Congressional intent that aliens in the United States be self-reliant.” For the roughly one million people who file Form I-485 each year to adjust status to lawful permanent residence, the change is significant— it reshapes one of the most consequential, and least predictable, tests in the green card process. Here’s what’s actually changing, who is likely to be affected by it, and why we anticipate that that this new public charge rule opens the door to inconsistent and potentially arbitrary decision-making.
What Is “Public Charge”?
Section 212(a)(4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act makes a person inadmissible — and therefore ineligible for a green card or visa — if they are deemed “likely at any time to become a public charge.” An application for immigrant visa through adjustment of status or consular processing may be denied if there is a finding that the applicant is likely to become a public charge. But what does public charge really mean? The term itself is not defined in the statute. Through USCIS regulations and case precedents, it has been defined, redefined, and litigated over for more than a century, most dramatically during the last decade: a narrow Clinton-era definition, a sharply expanded 2019 Trump-era rule (blocked in courts and later withdrawn), and then the 2022 Biden rule that restored the narrower, pre-2019 approach. The 2026 Trump rule now rescinds that 2022 framework — but unlike its predecessors, it doesn’t replace it with a new detailed definition. It simply removes the guardrails.
The 2022 Rule: A Narrow, Defined Test
To understand the change, let’s revisit the Biden’s 2022 Rule which is rescinded. Under the 2022 rule, “public charge” meant a very specific thing: someone likely to become primarily dependent on the government for subsistence. That dependence could only be shown two ways:
Receipt of public cash assistance for income maintenance — programs like SSI or TANF, and
Long-term institutionalization at government expense.
Everything else was off the table. Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps), housing assistance, and other non-cash or supplemental benefits could not be counted against the visa applicant.
Benefits received by other household members didn’t count against the applicant either. The rule also explicitly declined to designate any single factor as “heavily weighted,” and it built in defined exemptions and procedural clarity — applicants and attorneys knew, with reasonable confidence, what would and would not be scrutinized.
The 2026 Rule: Discretion Without a Defined Standard
The new rule strips out the 2022 framework in its entirety — the definition, the structured list of considered benefits, and the codified exemptions and waivers. In their place, USCIS is directed to conduct a “totality of the circumstances” review using the statutory factors already listed in the INA: age, health, family status, financial resources, and education/skills. Key changes:
No more “primarily dependent” standard. Officers are no longer bound to a specific dependency threshold; they can weigh any factor they consider relevant to self-sufficiency.
Any means-tested benefit is fair game. Rather than limiting review to cash assistance and institutionalization, officers may now consider receipt of any means-tested public benefit — including non-cash programs like Medicaid or SNAP — received on or after the rule’s effective date.
No replacement definition. DHS isn’t issuing a new detailed rule to take the 2022 rule’s place. Adjudicators will rely on the bare statutory language, past precedent decisions, and “policy guidance” the agency has not yet released.
A revised Form I-485. USCIS will publish a new version of the form; older versions submitted or postmarked on or after September 18, 2026, will be rejected outright.
Tougher bond terms. Any public charge bond posted on or after the effective date will be considered breached if the bonded individual receives any means-tested benefit before death, permanent departure, or naturalization — or is otherwise found noncompliant with bond conditions.
Affidavit of Support unchanged. Form I-864 remains required for most family-based and some employment-based cases, and will continue to factor into the totality-of-circumstances review.
Statutory exemptions remain. Refugees, asylees, Special Immigrant Juveniles, and T/U nonimmigrant and VAWA beneficiaries, among others, are still statutorily exempt from public charge review.
Who Is Likely to Be Affected
The people most exposed under the new framework are those the 2022 rule was specifically designed to protect:
Lower- and middle-income applicants adjusting status through family sponsorship, whose households may have used Medicaid, SNAP, or housing assistance at some point — benefits that were previously irrelevant to their case and now may not be.
Applicants with elderly, disabled, or chronically ill family members, since health and prior institutional care can again be weighed more heavily.
Mixed-status and mixed-benefit households, where a US citizen child’s use of Medicaid or SNAP could indirectly color an officer’s view of the household’s overall financial self-sufficiency, even though the applicant themselves isn’t the benefit recipient.
Employment-based applicants in lower-wage occupations or with large families, where income-to-household-size ratios may be scrutinized more subjectively.
Anyone who used benefits in the gap period before new guidance is issued — since DHS has not clarified how reliance on the 2022 rule’s protections between now and September 18 will be treated going forward.
Steps to Consider Now
1. File before September 18, 2026, if you’re eligible and ready. If your case is otherwise complete, filing under the current 2022 framework may be advantageous, since the new discretionary standard won’t apply to applications filed before the effective date.
2. Use the correct Form I-485 version. Once USCIS publishes the revised form, older versions submitted on or after the effective date will be rejected outright — confirm you’re using the current version before filing.
3. Review your household’s benefit history with your attorney. If anyone in your household — including the applicant — has received means-tested benefits, discuss now how that history might be viewed under the new standard, and whether documentation of eligibility, need, or duration should be prepared in advance.
4. Prepare a well documented Affidavit of Support. Since Form I-864 remains a required and heavily weighed factor, ensure sponsors meet income thresholds and have documentation ready, since financial evidence will matter even more under a broader discretionary review.
5. Don’t disenroll from benefits your household is legally exempt from or entitled to without professional advice first. Fear-driven withdrawal from benefits — especially for exempt categories like US citizen children — can create financial hardship without necessarily improving your case; talk to an immigration attorney before making that decision.
6. Watch for USCIS policy guidance. As interim guidance is released ahead of September 18, revisit your case strategy — the practical scope of “totality of the circumstances” will become clearer as that guidance is published.
7. Consult an immigration attorney about timing and evidence strategy specific to your case. Because outcomes under the new rule may vary based on individual officer discretion, a case-specific risk assessment is more valuable now than ever.
More Scrutiny on Green Card Applications
The new rule means broad USCIS officer discretion with no clear replacement standard. It is anticipated that there will be closer scrutiny of benefits use, more requests for evidence and less certainty about how any two cases-even similar ones-will be decided. If ready and eligible it is advisable to file adjustment applications before the effectivity date. However, careful attention should be given to reviewing your case against the May 21, 2026 policy on adjustment of status before filing.
If you have questions about how this ruling affects your family’s specific situation, please contact our office to schedule a consultation. We may be reached at 1 415 397 0808, law@tancinco.com or through our website: www.tancinco.com.
As of September 19, 2025, a new Presidential Proclamation has introduced significant changes to the H-1B visa program. This action stems from a growing concern about the program’s impact on U.S. workers, particularly in the IT and STEM sectors. It’s crucial for all employers, especially those who currently employ or are considering hiring H-1B workers, to understand these new rules.
What’s Changing?
The most notable change is a new financial requirement for employers. Starting at 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025, employers must pay a $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions for workers who are currently outside the U.S. This is a significant increase from previous costs.
The proclamation is set to last for 12 months, but it’s important to remember that this duration could be extended. The government has also stated that it may waive the restriction if a case is considered to be in the “national interest” and poses no threat to U.S. security.
What Does This Mean for You?
The new fee will impact your business’s planning and strategy, especially if you rely on the H-1B program for talent.
Higher Costs: You can expect a significant increase in the cost of hiring H-1B workers from abroad. This will directly affect your recruitment budget and overall workforce planning.
Recruitment & Timelines: The new requirements may cause delays for pending and future petitions, as government agencies will need time to verify payments and update their procedures. This could affect your ability to onboard new team members from outside the U.S.
Proof of Payment: Employers must now retain proof of the $100,000 payment. The Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will verify this payment during the visa adjudication process.
Clarification from USCIS
Following the proclamation, USCIS issued a policy memorandum to clear up some initial confusion. This guidance provides much-needed reassurance for many employers and employees.
Not Retroactive: The new $100,000 fee only applies to petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025.Petitions submitted before this date are not subject to the new fee.
Current H-1B Holders are Safe: If you have employees who already have a valid H-1B visa, they are not impacted by this new fee.
Travel is Still Permitted: Current H-1B holders can continue to travel internationally and re-enter the U.S. without paying the new fee. This is a crucial clarification, as many feared a travel ban.
What Happens Next?
The new rules are aimed at prioritizing “high-skilled, high-paid workers” and revising prevailing wage levels. These changes suggest a shift in the government’s approach to the H-1B program. We will continue to monitor the situation for any further rulemaking from the Department of Labor and DHS.
We recommend that all businesses review their immigration strategy immediately and consult with legal counsel to ensure compliance. If you have any questions about how these changes affect your specific case, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to help you navigate these complex new regulations.
(Atty. Lourdes Santos Tancinco, Esq. is a San Francisco based immigration attorney and an immigrant rights advocate. She may be reached at 1 888 930 0808, law@tancinco.com or facebook.com/tancincolaw, or through her website www.tancinco.com)
With the suspension of the Parole in Place Program, USCIS has issued announcements regarding appointments and refunds.
The Keeping Families Together program known as the PIP or Parole in Place was a program established by President Biden in August 2024 aimed at allowing certain spouses and children of US citizens to apply for lawful permanent residence without leaving the country.
Legal Challenges
A few days after it was launched on August 19, 2024, 16 States filed a lawsuit on August 27, 2024 arguing that the President overstepped its authority and asked that its implementation be suspended.
On November 7, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas stopped the program entirely, ruling that the federal government lacked the authority to enact this program.
USCIS released an announcement on November 13, 2024 as a result of the court order stating that (1) they are not accepting any I-131F or request for parole under the Keeping Families Together; (2) all biometric scheduled appointments are cancelled.
Refunds of Filing Fees
As of this writing, the PIP remains suspended; as a consequence, USCIS suspended processing of all existing applications. Beginning January 6, 2025, USCIS has begun the process of refunding checks of $580 filing associated with the vacated Keeping Families Together (“KFT”) Parole program. All applications filed prior to the order of suspending the program shall be administratively closed and thus, refunds are being issued to applicants.
For individuals who paid by credit card, the refund will be by credit card and should happen in the next 1-2 weeks. And for those who paid by debit card, the refund will be issued by check by ICE. This process may take 5-6 weeks.
(Atty. Lourdes Tancinco is an immigration attorney and immigrant rights advocate based in the San Francisco Bay area and a partner at the Tancinco Law P.C., law firm established since 1992. She is also a producer/host of Pusong Pinoy sa Amerika, an immigration law informational show aired on GMA Pinoy TV. She may be reached at law@tancinco.com, www.tancinco.com, facebook/tancincolaw, or at 1-888-930-0808)
Just four days after the implementation of the Parole in Place program for spouses of U.S. citizens, a lawsuit was filed seeking to suspend it. As of August 23, 2024, the plaintiffs have filed a Motion for Temporary Restraining Order, Preliminary Injunction, and Stay of Agency Action, challenging the Biden administration’s Keeping Families Together program, also known as Parole in Place. The lawsuit was brought by Texas and Idaho, along with 14 other state attorneys general from Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Wyoming.
In their 67-page court filing, the plaintiffs assert that the program is illegal, arguing that it exceeds the executive branch’s authority to set immigration policy. They claim that the program constitutes a misuse of parole authority, stating, “The Biden-Harris Administration — dissatisfied with the system Congress created, and for blatant political purposes — has yet again attempted to create its own immigration system.”
Kelli Stump, President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), responded to the lawsuit, saying:
“This is another example of states attempting to stop the federal government from using its well-established legal authority to promote family unity. In its place, these states and Stephen Miller, the architect of Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant policies, hope to re-institute a xenophobic, anti-family, anti-American agenda. We are talking about the family members of U.S. citizens who have been stuck in long-term legal limbo and, through Keeping Families Together, can now apply for legal status rather than endure an arduous and unworkable bureaucratic process. These are individuals who have been living in the United States for at least a decade and are contributing to American communities. It is reprehensible and nonsensical that these states want to undermine the core American value of strengthening families when cutting the red tape will also ensure a more secure and fairer immigration system. From a purely legal standpoint, the states are advancing weak, baseless arguments to justify their standing to sue that in no way merit the program being enjoined. While the program remains in effect, AILA members will continue to help their clients apply for this life-changing protection.”
At present, USCIS continues to accept applications, although this could change if the plaintiffs’ motion is granted.
(Atty. Lourdes S. Tancinco is an immigration attorney and immigrant rights advocate based in the San Francisco Bay area and a partner at the Tancinco Law P.C. for 32 years. She may be reached at law@tancinco.com, www.tancinco.com, facebook/tancincolaw, or at 1-888-930-0808)
In 2021, President Biden issued an executive order aimed at restoring faith in the legal immigration process. A key part of this effort was to significantly reduce naturalization processing times, with the goal of strengthening the integration of new Americans.
Several changes under this administration appear to be benefiting new U.S. citizens. Notably, the backlog of naturalization cases has decreased. By 2023, the backlog stood at 416,034 citizenship applications—a 44% drop from the high of 942,669 in 2020 and the lowest backlog since 2015.
Although the filing fee for naturalization increased from $640 to $710, USCIS has made it easier for low-income applicants to qualify for reduced fees. The naturalization application itself has also been streamlined, shrinking from 20 pages to 14 pages.
A study by Boundless found that by May 2024, the average processing time for citizenship applications had dropped to just five months—a 15% reduction from the previous year and a more than 50% decrease from 2022. This expedited processing is evident in the USCIS San Francisco District Office, where applicants often receive interview notices within 3-4 months of filing. Oath ceremonies are commonly held the same day or the next day after the interview. This marks a stark contrast to the previous administration, when naturalization processing often took up to 12 months, and some cases were even reopened after naturalization had been granted.
Nationally, around nine million green card holders are eligible for naturalization but have yet to apply. In 2023, more than 25% of lawful permanent residents from Mexico were eligible to apply, and the Philippines is among the top five countries with the most eligible non-U.S. citizens.
One of the most significant rights of U.S. citizenship is the right to vote. With the 2024 Presidential election just months away, 81.4% of newly naturalized citizens are expected to cast their ballots, according to a survey by the U.S. Immigration Policy Center.
With these positive developments in naturalization processing, there’s no better time to apply for U.S. citizenship than now. If you have any questions, contact Tancinco Law P.C. at 415 397 0808 or visit our website at www.tancinco.com.
Eligibility Gap: New Parole in Place (PIP) Program Leaves Some Non-Citizen Spouses Behind
On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced a new program targeting spouses of U.S. citizens who are unlawfully present in the country. This development sparked excitement among many non-immigrants without legal status, who viewed it as a potential pathway to citizenship. However, after waiting two months for the regulations to be released, it became clear that the majority of beneficiaries are likely to be nationals of Western Hemisphere countries.
The most critical eligibility requirement for this Parole in Place (PIP) program is that the applicant must not have entered the U.S. with a visa. If the applicant entered with an expired non-immigrant visa, such as a visitor’s visa, and overstayed their authorized period, their PIP application will be denied. To qualify, among other requirements, the applicant must be considered an “applicant for admission,” meaning they were neither inspected nor admitted at a port of entry or border checkpoint. This applies to individuals who entered the U.S. without inspection by a CBP officer, commonly referred to as EWIs (Entered Without Inspection).
According to the Federal Register notice, an estimated 64 percent of eligible non-citizens are Mexican nationals, while 20 percent hail from Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. An additional 13 percent are from other Western Hemisphere countries. This PIP process reflects the U.S. commitment to addressing migration challenges throughout the Western Hemisphere, a goal shared with its partner countries. Several nations have requested regularization for their nationals who have resided in the United States for extended periods without lawful status. For instance, the Mexican government has urged the U.S. to regularize Mexican nationals who have been long-term residents in the country.
As the Philippines is not a Western Hemisphere country, only a small percentage of spouses of Filipino descent will be eligible for this PIP program. Since the Philippines is not a border country, travelers from non-border countries require both a passport and a visa to enter the U.S. Those who entered with a visitor’s visa (even if it has since expired) and are married to U.S. citizens do not need PIP, as they can file for adjustment of status.
Nevertheless, a significant number of Filipinos remain in unlawful status despite being married to U.S. citizens without options for legalizing their stay. There are cases of those who entered with visas but they fall victim to unscrupulous travel agents who take back the passport containing their visas. These individuals, who are unlawfully present in the U.S., may not apply for adjustment of status because they lack proof of entry. USCIS categorizes these travelers as having entered unlawfully.
Another group consists of Filipino spouses of U.S. citizens who “jumped ship” as crewmembers with C1/D visas and subsequently overstayed. Since they entered with a visa, USCIS deems them ineligible for PIP.
Although the Philippines is not a border country, some Filipino travelers have entered the U.S. by first traveling to a neighboring country, such as Mexico or Canada, and then crossing the border. Those who meet these criteria may apply for PIP and, if eligible, adjust their status to permanent resident.
Eligibility Criteria
There are two categories of individuals who may apply for PIP: spouses of U.S. citizens and stepchildren of U.S. citizens.
As mentioned, the applicant must be present in the United States without admission or parole.
For spouses, the requirements include:
Continuous physical presence in the United States since June 17, 2014, through the date of filing the PIP request.
A legal and valid marriage to a U.S. citizen on or before June 17, 2024.
No disqualifying criminal history, and not deemed a threat to public safety, national security, or border security.
Submission of biometrics and undergoing the required background checks and national security/public safety vetting.
For stepchildren of U.S. citizens, the requirements include:
Being under the age of 21 and unmarried on June 17, 2024.
Presence in the U.S. on or before June 17, 2024 (with no 10-year physical presence requirement).
A non-citizen parent who entered into a legally valid marriage with a U.S. citizen on or before June 17, 2024, and before the stepchild’s 18th birthday.
No disqualifying criminal history, and not deemed a threat to public safety, national security, or border security.
Submission of biometrics and undergoing required background checks and national security/public safety vetting.
Filing Process
Eligible individuals may file their PIP requests either individually or through their legal representative. All filings must be submitted online via either an attorney’s USCIS account or an individual USCIS account. The filing fee for the PIP request is $580.
Potential Legal Challenges
Similar to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, there may be political efforts to halt this program. As of this writing, no litigation has been filed to suspend the PIP program. If litigation does occur and a PIP request has already been accepted by USCIS, the adjudication will depend on whether the court orders a temporary suspension.
Screening for Eligibility
Some prospective applicants, including widows and individuals in removal proceedings, may also be eligible. Each case is unique, and USCIS has indicated that it will adjudicate requests on a case-by-case basis.
It is important to note that PIP is not an immigration relief program, nor is it a form of “amnesty.” This is why not all unlawfully present spouses of U.S. citizens will qualify. However, for those who do qualify, PIP could provide a pathway to filing for adjustment of status as the spouse or stepchild of a U.S. citizen. Since not all spouses or stepchildren will be eligible for PIP, it is advisable to have one’s case analyzed by a trusted legal counsel to determine eligibility or to explore other available legal options.
(Atty. Lourdes S. Tancinco is an immigration attorney and immigrant rights advocate based in the San Francisco Bay area and a partner at the Tancinco Law P.C. for 32 years. She may be reached at law@tancinco.com, www.tancinco.com, facebook/tancincolaw, or at 1-888-930-0808)
On Monday, August 19, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin accepting requests for Application for Parole in Place for Certain Noncitizen Spouse and Stepchild of U.S. citizens. Only a USCIS filing guide was released today but there is no Federal Register notice that was published as we expected.
According to the USCIS, Form I-131F will only be available to file online.
Eligibility and Process
To be considered on a case-by-case basis for this process, an individual must:
Be present in the United States without admission or parole;
Have been continuously present in the United States for at least 10 years as of June 17, 2024; and
Have a legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024.
In addition, individuals must have no disqualifying criminal history or otherwise constitute a threat to national security or public safety and should otherwise merit a favorable exercise of discretion.
Noncitizen children of potential requestors may also be considered for parole under this process if they are physically present in the United States without admission or parole and have a qualifying stepchild relationship with a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024.
Upon receipt of a properly filed parole-in-place request, USCIS will determine on a case-by-case basis whether a grant of parole is warranted and whether the applicant merits a favorable exercise of discretion. All requests will take into consideration the potential requestor’s previous immigration history, criminal history, the results of background checks and national security and public safety vetting, and any other relevant information available to or requested by USCIS. USCIS has strong processes in place to identify and address potential fraud, which will be applied here to ensure the integrity of this program.
This parole in place does not apply to all those who are present in unlawful status as this is not an “amnesty.” This parole may be granted only to certain individuals who are present in the United States without admission.
For more information on eligibility and application process, contact Tancinco Law P.C. at 415 397 0808 or email us at law@tancinco.com.
Effective April 1, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) implemented new filing fees for naturalization applications. The standard fee for paper filings has risen to $760, while online filings now cost $710. Alongside these changes, USCIS has updated the criteria for reduced fees and fee waivers, potentially expanding access to naturalization for eligible applicants.
New Fee Structure and Reduced Fees
The 2024 fee rule introduces a significant change: applicants now have the opportunity to pay a reduced naturalization fee, which is 50% of the standard fee, amounting to $380. This reduction aims to make the naturalization process more accessible to a broader range of individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria.
Full Fee Waiver: Eligibility Criteria
For those facing financial difficulties, a complete waiver of the filing fee is available. To qualify for this 100% fee waiver, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Receipt of Means-Tested Benefits: Applicants who receive federal, state, local, or tribal benefits that are determined based on income and resources may qualify for a full fee waiver. These means-tested benefits consider an individual’s financial situation in determining eligibility.
Income Below 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines: Applicants whose income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines can also qualify for a full fee waiver. The poverty guidelines vary based on household size, and specific income thresholds must be met to qualify.
Extreme Financial Hardship: USCIS defines extreme financial hardship as a situation where applicants need almost all of their current income and liquid assets to meet ordinary and necessary living expenses. Examples of such hardship include:
Medical illness
Unemployment
Eviction or homelessness
Natural disasters
Military deployment of a spouse or parent
Divorce or death of a spouse
Other unexpected life events that limit the ability to cover living expenses
Additionally, fee exemptions have been expanded to include applicants and their derivatives seeking relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U Nonimmigrant status, T Nonimmigrant status, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ).
2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines
To understand eligibility for fee waivers and reductions, it’s essential to refer to the 2024 federal poverty guidelines:
# of Persons in Household
Poverty Guidelines
0-149% (Fee Waiver)
150-400% (Reduced Fee)
1
$15,060
$22,439.40
$60,240
2
$20,440
$30,455.60
$81,760
3
$25,820
$38,471.80
$103,280
4
$31,200
$46,488.00
$124,800
5
$36,580
$54,504.20
$146,320
6
$41,960
$62,520.40
$167,840
7
$47,340
$70,536.60
$189,360
8
$52,720
$78,552.8
$210,880
For households with more than eight persons, add $5,380 for each additional person to the base poverty guideline before applying the respective calculations.
Conclusion
Understanding the new fee structure and eligibility criteria for reduced fees and fee waivers is crucial for non-U.S. citizens seeking naturalization. These changes by USCIS aim to balance the cost of processing applications with the need to ensure accessibility for all eligible individuals. If you believe you qualify for a reduced fee or a fee waiver, consider consulting with an immigration attorney to navigate the application process effectively.
For further assistance or to discuss your specific situation, please contact our law firm. We are here to help you understand your options and guide you through the naturalization process.
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