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USCIS to Hike Premium Processing Fees in 2026

1/9/2026

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  • U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will raise premium processing fees for several visa applications effective March 1, 2026.
  • The Form I-129 premium processing fee will rise from $2,805 to $2,965.
  • The Form I-539 premium processing fee will rise from $1,965 to $2,075.
  • The Form I-765 premium processing fee will rise from $1,685 to $1,780.
  • Applicants must submit updated fees for all requests postmarked on or after March 1, 2026.