Some major changes are likely to come up in the US visa processing procedure. Several reports state that there are chances for visa fees of immigration for the United States to see a spike by the next year, 2024. Though there are no confirmed certainties about the fee hike, there are some proposals stating the rise. What is this expected rise and how it can impact visa applicants? Read all about the probable changes here.
US Is Likely To Increase Visa Fee For Several Immigration Categories
It was in the initial few months of 2023 when the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services submitted a proposal stating some changes for the immigration fees to be paid to US immigration authorities. Back in January 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services shared the proposals for raising the fees for immigration. In addition to this plan, there were 2 months till March 2023 for public comment on it. The proposal for the fee hike came across lots of flak and criticism. This led to the concerned authorities holding off the plan for some time.
Looks like the plan might get implemented in the year 2024, according to a report by Business Standard. Vipul Jai, the Partner of PSL Advocates and Solicitors, shared some necessary information about the plans and expectations with Business Standard. The expectations to introduce the probable hike may come around in the initial months of the next year.
There is still no certainty about the implementation of the massive decision to hike immigration fees for foreigners. But if this comes into action in 2024, a huge number of people will be affected. The charges will not only rise but will skyrocket by huge margins in several categories. Not just individuals but this is expected to impact companies that need to sponsor the US visa for its employees.
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How Will It Affect Applicants?
A humongous number of people from different parts of the world wish to shift to the United States for different reasons, be it for studying or working. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services’s proposal might be a major issue for many such people. An increase in visa fees will come with a rise in the visa application process as well.
- Right now, the registration fee for H1-B Visa is $10. Chances are that this fee will be taking a major jump to $215 with a spike of 2050 per cent. The proposal might increase the H-1B visa application’s petition fee to $780. Right now, it is at $460 and likely to notice a surge of 70 per cent.
- For Green card applications, there may be a rise to $760 from $640.
Also read: Australia To Tighten Visa Rules For Students & Low-Skilled Workers In Bid To Reduce Migration
Do you think it is the right decision to implement the proposal by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services?
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