USCIS has announced that starting March 1, 2026, the fees for premium processing will increase. This adjustment affects all premium processing applications postmarked on or after this date, with applications that do not meet the new fee requirements facing rejection.
Key Details:
- New fee for I-129 (H-1B/L-1/O-1): $2,965, up from $2,805
- New fee for I-140 (EB-1/EB-2/EB-3): $2,965, up from $2,805
- New fee for I-129 (H-2B/R-1): $1,780, up from $1,685
- New fee for I-539 (status extension/change): $2,075, up from $1,965
- New fee for I-765 (OPT/STEM OPT): $1,780, up from $1,685
Applicants must ensure that their submissions include the correct fee to avoid delays or rejections. The processing times for premium applications remain unchanged, with I-140/EB-1C/NIW applications still promised results within 45 business days, and most other categories within 15 business days. Additionally, USCIS plans to raise base application fees in the spring, with some categories seeing increases of up to 30%. Applicants are advised to submit their applications promptly to avoid higher costs.
This fee increase may impact many immigrants planning to apply for premium processing, making timely submissions crucial. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: yomi yu