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Form G-1055: Fee Schedule
USCIS Form G-1055 is the Fee Schedule that lists all current fees for USCIS services and applications. It is used to determine the correct payment amount required when filing various immigration petitions and applications with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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USCIS Form G-1055 - Fee Schedule
USCIS Form G-1055 is the Fee Schedule that lists all current fees for USCIS services and applications. It is used to determine the correct payment amount required when filing various immigration petitions and applications with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always verify you're using the most recent edition of the Fee Schedule before submitting payment.
- 2Using outdated fee schedule edition
- 3Misidentifying the correct fee for your specific application
- 4Submitting payment in an incorrect format
- 5Overlooking fee waiver eligibility
Plain English
The Fee Schedule is a simple price list showing how much you need to pay for each immigration service. It includes costs for applications, petitions, and other requests made to USCIS. Always check this document before submitting payment to ensure you're paying the correct amount.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The Fee Schedule is updated periodically, typically at least once a year, and should be consulted immediately before filing any application to ensure using current fee amounts. There is no filing deadline for this schedule itself as it is a reference document.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when determining correct payment amounts for any USCIS application or petition
- Do not use this form as a substitute for actual application forms
- Check the specific form instructions for payment requirements that may differ from the standard schedule
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Fee waiver request
Determines eligibility for reduced fees
✓ Verify income guidelines match your situation
Premium processing request
Includes additional fee for expedited service
✓ Confirm service center accepts premium processing for your case type
Deadline or filing window
The Fee Schedule itself has no filing deadline as it is a reference document. However, fee amounts are effective only for applications received on or after the effective date specified in the schedule. Applications received with incorrect fees may be rejected or delayed until proper payment is provided.
- —Application fee amount | No calculation needed | Total base fee | Verify this matches your application type
- —Premium processing fee | $1,440 (if applicable) | Total with premium | Confirm service center accepts premium processing
- —Biometrics fee | $85 (if applicable) | Total with biometrics | Check if biometrics fee is included in your application fee
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Application type
Specific form name · Form instructions
Fee amount
Current fee schedule · USCIS website
Payment method
Acceptable payment types · Fee schedule section
Fee waiver
Financial documentation · Form I-912 instructions
Premium processing
Additional fee amount · Form I-907 instructions
Before you submit
- 1Confirm you have the current edition of the Fee Schedule
- 2Identify the exact fee for your specific application type
- 3Verify payment method matches USCIS requirements
- 4Check if fee waiver applies to your situation
- 5Confirm if premium processing is available and desired
- 6Ensure payment amount is exact (no overpayments accepted)
- 7Verify payment is made payable to correct payee ('U.S. Department of Homeland Security')
- 8Check if additional fees apply for biometrics or other services
How to file this form
- 1Locate your specific application in the Fee Schedule document
- 2Note the exact fee amount and payment method requirements
- 3Prepare payment according to specifications (check, money order, etc.)
- 4Include payment with your application package according to form instructions
- 5Retain a copy of the Fee Schedule for your records
- 6Keep payment receipt as proof of payment submission
Known limitations
- 1Fee amounts change periodically and may not reflect pending updates
- 2Some forms have special fee requirements not listed in standard schedule
- 3Fee waivers have strict eligibility criteria that must be fully documented
- 4Certain field offices may have additional local requirements
- 5Online filing may have different payment processing requirements
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Applicant Info
3 items
Your current legal name.
MM/DD/YYYY.
Alien Registration Number if previously assigned.
Details
1 items
The specific reason or legal basis for filing this form.
Evidence
1 items
List of documents supporting this application.
Signatures
2 items
Sign under penalty of perjury.
MM/DD/YYYY.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The Fee Schedule is regularly updated by USCIS, typically once per fiscal year, and the current version should always be used when determining payment amounts for any immigration application.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date: Verify you're using the current fiscal year's edition
- Fee amounts: Confirm the exact amount required for your specific application
- Payment methods: Check acceptable payment methods (check, money order, etc.)
- Fee waivers: Review eligibility criteria if unable to pay full fee
- Special instructions: Note any additional requirements for your case type
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the payment receipt with your application records
- 2Monitor USCIS online account for processing updates
- 3Note the date payment was submitted and expected processing time
- 4Contact USCIS if payment confirmation is not received within 30 days
- 5Retain the Fee Schedule edition used for your records
- 6Keep track of any fee updates that might affect future applications
Sources
- SRCForm G-1055 is the official USCIS Fee Schedule document
- SRCFee Schedule is typically updated annually at the start of the fiscal year
- SRCFee amounts are subject to change without notice
- SRCThe document lists fees for all USCIS services and applications
- SRCPayment methods are specified in the Fee Schedule
- SRCFee waiver eligibility criteria are detailed in Form I-912
- SRCPremium processing fee is listed separately from application fees
- SRCSome applications require multiple fees for different services
- SRCThe document is available for download on the official USCIS website
Common confusion points
Fee amount varies by form type
Different applications have different fees
→ Double-check form name in fee schedule
Some fees include biometrics
Certain application bundles include multiple services
→ Review footnotes in fee schedule
Fee waivers require separate form
Financial hardship must be documented separately
→ Complete Form I-912 if requesting waiver
Premium processing has different fee
Expedited service costs extra
→ Check Form I-907 for current premium fee
Some forms require multiple payments
Complex cases may need several fee payments
→ Review all payment requirements in form instructions
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⚠ If something goes wrong
- Form G-1256 (Request for Case Status Inquiry) for payment issues
- Contact USCIS customer service for payment verification
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