DHS Proposes Significant Increases to Naturalization Application Fees

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a substantial increase in filing fees for individuals applying for U.S. citizenship. Under the proposed rule, naturalization application fees would increase by approximately 75%, while most fee waivers and reduced-fee options would be eliminated.

If implemented, the proposed filing fees would be:

• Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization)

• $1,330 for paper filings

• $1,280 for online filings

• Form N-336 (Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings)

• $1,475 for paper filings

• $1,425 for online filings

While the rule has not yet taken effect, DHS is expected to move forward with implementation, anticipated by the year-end. We will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as additional information becomes available.

If you have questions about how these proposed fee increases may affect your naturalization application or immigration plans, please contact our office.