USCIS raises immigration fees in 2026 due to soaring inflation pressures
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced higher fees for several immigration processes due to inflation. The changes, driven by inflation, will apply from January 1, 2026. Critics argue the increases will make it harder for low-income applicants, refugees, and asylum seekers to afford essential paperwork. The fee adjustments follow a budget law signed by Donald Trump in 2024. This legislation allowed inflation-based increases for certain immigration procedures. The latest changes reflect accumulated inflation between July 2024 and July 2025. The new fees take effect on January 1, 2026. Applicants will pay more for TPS, asylum claims, and work permits. Advocates continue to push back, citing concerns over fairness and accessibility for those in need.
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