I-140 filing fee (EB-1, EB-2 NIW, EB-3)
Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers: what USCIS charges, by filing category, from the official fee schedule.
Fee by filing category
| Filing Category | Paper Filing Fee | Online Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General Filing | $715 plus additional fees, if applicable | $665 plus additional fees, if applicable |
| Additional Fees: Asylum Program Fee If you are filing as a Regular Petitioner; If filing as a Nonprofit; or If filing as a Small Employer or self-petitioner | $600 $0 $300 | $600 $0 $300 |
How to pay
Online filings are paid through Pay.gov. For paper filings USCIS no longer accepts personal or business checks, money orders or cashier's checks unless you qualify for an exemption (Form G-1651): pay by credit, debit or prepaid card with Form G-1450 or from a U.S. bank account with Form G-1650. A wrong amount gets the whole filing rejected.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the I-140 fee in 2026?
The I-140 fee is $715 on paper and $665 online, plus additional fees that apply to some filers (see the table). Filing online saves $50. These are the amounts in the USCIS Fee Calculator, updated Oct 28, 2026.
Is it cheaper to file I-140 online?
Yes. Online filing costs $665 instead of $715 on paper, $50 less.
How do I pay the I-140 fee?
Online filings are paid through Pay.gov. For paper filings USCIS no longer accepts personal or business checks, money orders or cashier's checks unless you qualify for an exemption (Form G-1651): pay by credit, debit or prepaid card with Form G-1450 or from a U.S. bank account with Form G-1650. A wrong amount gets the whole filing rejected.
How long does I-140 take after I pay?
USCIS decided half of all I-140 cases within 3.9 months in Apr–Jun 2026. See the I-140 processing time page for the history.
Figures are copied from the official files without changes; derived numbers (changes, backlog estimates) are explained on the methodology page. Not legal advice.