The direct answer
Are all USCIS filing fees increasing on October 16?
No. The October 1 notice adjusts specified H.R. 1 immigration fees, effective October 16, 2026. Affected requests postmarked on or after that date require the correct fee.
Selected fees in the notice
These are the listed H.R. 1 fee amounts, not necessarily the total cost of a filing package.
| Fee | Before October 16 | From October 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Initial EAD: asylum applicant, parolee or TPS | $560 | $570 |
| TPS (I-821) fee | $510 | $520 |
| Annual pending-asylum fee | $102 | $105 |
| Immigration parole fee | $1,020 | $1,050 |
| Initial asylum application fee | $100 | $100 — unchanged |
Sources: USCIS fee-adjustment notice: October 1, 2026 (official Federal Register)
What to check before sending your application
A fee check should be part of your final filing review. Keep it with your signed forms and mailing records so you can explain what was submitted.
- Identify the form, eligibility category and whether the request is initial or a renewal.
- Check the current USCIS fee schedule and form instructions for your complete filing package.
- Confirm the permitted payment method and keep proof of payment and mailing.
- Ask counsel to check any separate deadline; do not rush an incomplete application solely to save a small fee increase.
Does October 16 become everyone’s payment deadline?
No. A fee’s effective date is not a universal annual-asylum payment deadline. Review your own notice and applicable payment instructions. The notice warns that affected filings with insufficient fees will be rejected.
Sources: USCIS fee-adjustment notice: October 1, 2026 (official Federal Register)
Preparing for a consultation in Los Angeles
Bring the form you plan to file, any agency notice, a list of the accompanying applications and your intended mailing date. Our Beverly Hills office can discuss your filing questions and consultation options. Please ask how to provide records securely; do not post receipt numbers or immigration documents in social-media comments.
Resumen en español
Desde el 16 de octubre de 2026 cambian ciertas tarifas de USCIS, no todas. Revise la tarifa de su trámite y las instrucciones antes de enviarlo. La fecha del cambio no significa que todas las personas deban pagar ese día.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers
Is this a new fee announcement today?
This article is an October 14 reminder of the October 1 notice and Friday’s effective date.
What should I have ready when I call?
Have your form number, eligibility category, filing deadline and any fee notice available. Ask the office how to send documents securely.
Sources and further reading
Use these links to review the reporting, official guidance or underlying rule.
USCIS fee-adjustment notice: October 1, 2026 (official Federal Register)