Updated fees effective January 1, 2026
As promised, the fees introduced by DHS in 2025 increase annually in line with inflation
I-765 Employment Authorization
- (c)(8) Initial - $560 (+$10)
- (c)(11) Initial - $560 (+$10)
- (c)(11) Renewal - $280 (+$5)
- (c)(19) Initial - $560 (+$10)
- (c)(19) Renewal - $280 (+$5)
I-589 Asylum
AAF Annual fee - $102 (+$2)
(paused by a court order)
I-821 TPS
Initial - $510 (+$10)
Still unchanged for now:
- I-589 Initial - $100
- I-765 (c)(8) Renewal - $275*
- I-360 SIJ - $250
Reminder - these fees are mandatory and cannot be avoided using Form I-912
Total fee (USCIS + DHS)
I-765 (c)(8)
- Initial - $560
- Renewal - $745* online / $795 by mail
I-765 (c)(11) / (c)(19) / (a)(12)
- Initial - $1030 online / $1080 by mail
- Renewal - $750 online / $800 by mail
I-765 (c)(11) U4U
- Initial - $560
- Renewal - $750 online / $800 by mail
I-589
- Initial - $100
- Annual - $102 (paused)
I-821 TPS
- Initial - $540 ($510 + $30)
- Renewal - $30
*Please note: on January 1, in the USCIS online account, the cost of renewing I-765 under category (c)(8) was also increased. Most likely this is a technical error
Disclaimer: The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Translations are provided for convenience and may contain errors or omissions. For guidance on your specific situation, always consult official sources or a qualified attorney.
