New Filing Fees Effective April 1, 2024

This marks the first fee adjustment (see Table below) since 2016, aimed at recovering operating costs as USCIS is predominantly fee-funded. The New Fee Schedule reflects a comprehensive review, with most fees not increased beyond 26%. New Forms and Deadlines will see revised forms and new fees effective April 1, 2024, with a grace period for certain forms until June 3, 2024. Some forms, however,...

USCIS Streamlines Appointment Process with New Online Form

The USCIS has announced a significant update to streamline its appointment process. The New Online Appointment Request Form As of August 21, 2023, the USCIS has rolled out a fresh online form aimed at making the process of requesting an in-person appointment at local field offices simpler and more efficient. Prior to this, individuals had to call the USCIS Contact Center to set up an in-person...

DHS Revamps Cuban and Haitian Family Reunification Processes (FRP)

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has taken a significant leap to embrace digital transformation in FRP for Cuban and Haitian family members. Why This Matters: For countless families separated by borders, the dream has always been reunification. The FRP processes for Cuban and Haitian families have served as a bridge to that dream. However, with changing times and evolving technology,...