Upcoming USCIS Premium Processing Fee Increases: What You Need to Know Before March 1, 2026

Premium Processing Fees will ⬆ increase again on March 1, 2026.

This biannual change reflects the amount of inflation from June 2023 through June 2025. To obtain Premium Processing benefits, a Form I-907 and corresponding filing fees must be included with the Petition. 

Premium Processing is a crucial opportunity to beat case processing backlogs. In most cases, adding Premium Processing fees will provide the applicant with a case decision (approval, denial, or Request for Evidence) within 15 business days.

Changes to the fees are as follows:

I-129 for H-2B and R-1 visas: From $1,685 ➡ $1,780

I-129 for certain nonimmigrant visas: From $2,805 ➡ $2,965

I-140 for certain immigrant visas: From $2,805 ➡ $2,965

I-539 for Application to Change/Extend status: From $1,965 ➡ $2,075

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Document (EAD): From $1,685 ➡ $1,780

If your case has been toiling in case processing limbo and you want to see if it's possible to add Premium Processing, to get a decision within 3 weeks, Call (949) 940-6725, or book a consultation online to speak with one of our experienced immigration attorneys.

DISCLAIMER: This post does not constitute legal advice, or make any guarantees as to a potential outcome. Consult with a qualified, licensed immigration attorney about the facts of your case before proceeding.