US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an increase in premium processing fees for several immigration petitions, effective immediately. This change aims to enhance the agency’s ability to expedite processing times for certain applications.
Key Details:
- New premium processing fee: $2,500, up from $1,440.
- Applies to various petitions including H-1B, L-1, and O-1 categories.
- Effective date: Immediately upon announcement.
- Premium processing guarantees a 15-day processing time for eligible petitions.
This fee increase may significantly affect applicants seeking expedited processing for their immigration petitions, potentially leading to higher costs for those in urgent need of visa approvals. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: EconomicTimes