Fee Calculator for Employment-Based Visa Categories

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The following table outlines the government fees and educational equivalency costs for various employment-based visa categories (EB-1, EB-2, EB-2 NIW, and EB-5). These fees are subject to change as per U.S. government regulations.

Important Notes:

  • Government fees are payable directly to the U.S. government (USCIS, NVC, or the U.S. Consulate).
  • Consulting fees are charged separately and are payable to US Immigration Docs for assistance with the application process.
  • Clients outside the U.S. may need a representative within the U.S. to make payments on their behalf using a debit or credit card.

Employment-Based Visa Government Fees Breakdown

EB-1

Stage Payment Type Fee (USD) Payment Timeline
Petition Fee I-140 Filing $715 3rd – 5th Month
NVC Fee National Visa Center $345 X Family 8th – 15th Month
Biometrics At Visa Stamping $80 X Family 10th – 24th Month

EB-2

Stage Payment Type Fee (USD) Payment Timeline
IEE Equivalency Report $110 1st Month
Petition Fee I-140 Filing $715 3rd – 5th Month
NVC Fee National Visa Center $345 X Family 8th – 15th Month
Biometrics At Visa Stamping $80 X Family 10th – 24th Month

EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)

Stage Payment Type Fee (USD) Payment Timeline
IEE Equivalency Report $110 1st Month
Petition Fee I-140 Filing $1015 3rd – 5th Month
NVC Fee National Visa Center $345 X Family 8th – 15th Month
Biometrics At Visa Stamping $80 X Family 10th – 24th Month

EB-5

Stage Payment Type Fee (USD) Payment Timeline
Petition Fee I-526 Filing $3,675 1st – 3rd Month
NVC Fee National Visa Center $345 X Family 8th – 15th Month
Biometrics At Visa Stamping $80 X Family 10th – 24th Month

E-2 Visa Government Fees Breakdown

The following table provides a breakdown of government fees required for an E-2 Visa application. These fees are subject to change by the U.S. government.

StagePayment TypeFee (USD)Payment Timeline
Visa ApplicationDS-160 Form (Online Application)$205At Application
Embassy InterviewVisa Issuance Fee (Varies by Country)VariesAfter Approval
Change of Status (if applying from within the U.S.)I-129 Filing Fee$460At Application
Premium Processing (Optional)USCIS Expedite Service$2,805At Application

Disclaimer

  • The fees mentioned above are based on publicly available information and are subject to change by the U.S. government.
  • The consulting fee is charged in addition to the government fees and varies based on the level of service provided.
  • Government fees are payable directly to the U.S. government, while consulting fees are payable to US Immigration Docs.
  • Clients outside the U.S. may need to arrange for a representative in the U.S. to make certain payments on their behalf.
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