how much attorney charge for i 130

by Zechariah Moore DVM 10 min read

Most attorneys will charge you a flat fee for preparing an I-130 petition. An average flat fee for the I-130 approval process is around $800; but realize that this is only step one in a lengthy process, and the total fee to see it through will likely be a few thousand dollars.

Immigration Attorney Fees
Most attorneys charge a flat fee for preparing an I-130 petition. An average flat fee for the I-130 approval process is around $800; but again, this is only step one in a lengthy process, and the total fee to see it through will likely be a few thousand dollars.

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How much does it cost to hire a lawyer for I-130?

Most attorneys charge a flat fee for preparing an I-130 petition. An average flat fee for the I-130 approval process is around $800; but again, this is only step one in a lengthy process, and the total fee to see it through will likely be a few thousand dollars. (Also see this survey of what people paid lawyers for family-based green card help.)

How much does it cost to file Form I-130?

The filing fee for Form I-130 is $535. The filing fee for this petition cannot be waived. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this petition. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. USCIS accepts money orders, cashier’s checks and personal checks payable to “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”

How much does it cost to sponsor a family member I-130?

Case review with critique/correction list — $650, or $450 for non-discretionary cases (I-130/I-485/N-400/EB2 or EB3 I-140), $200 for basic documentation review (affidavit of support, bona fides, etc) TPS extension with EAD – $650 I-864 only – $600 if USCIS, $650 if NVC, and an additional $350 if joint sponsor I-864 added

How much does it cost to hire an attorney to prepare I-485?

Oct 19, 2010 · Lawyers.com Discuss Your Legal Issue Ask a Lawyer Immigration How much does it cost to hire an Immigration Attorney for Visa Petition Form I-130 or filing an EOIR-29 Form? QUESTION How much does it cost to hire an Immigration Attorney for Visa Petition Form I-130 or filing an EOIR-29 Form?

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How much does it cost to hire an immigration lawyer in the US?

This can be anywhere from $150 to $500+ per hour. However, some immigration lawyers charge a set fee for a specific service. For example, for filing a specific immigration form, an immigration lawyer may charge a flat rate between $350 to $1,500.Mar 4, 2021

How much does the I 130 petition cost?

$535The filing fee for Form I-130 is $535. The filing fee for this petition cannot be waived. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this petition.

How long does I-130 take to get approved 2020?

5 to 12 monthsAfter filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, the approval process can take anywhere from 5 to 12 months for immediate relatives and could take several years for family preference categories. This is an approximation.

How do I pay my I-130 online?

Once you are ready to submit your form, the system will automatically direct you to the secure Department of Treasury site, pay.gov, to pay your fees online. We only use pay.gov to process fees. Always check the website address before you pay.Nov 29, 2021

How to find the fee for I-130?

Always check the USCIS Web page for Form I-130 to confirm the fee before you file. You can also find out the current filing fee by calling the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283.

Do you have to have a financial sponsor to immigrate?

There is no waiting period for immediate relatives of U.S. citizens. Under the law, each person who immigrates based on a relative’s petition must have a financial sponsor. If you do not meet the minimum income requirements, other individuals will then need to become joint sponsors.

Does USCIS charge for I-485?

You can have additional expenses, such as: attorney fees, translation fees, postage, copying, etc. *While filing the Form I-485, Adjustment of Status, the USCIS doesn’t charge the same filing fee for immediate relatives of all age groups.

Is the filing fee for a USCIS petition refundable?

NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this petition. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts. USCIS accepts money orders, cashier’s checks and personal checks payable to “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”.

Nonimmigrant Work Visas

Attorney Fee: $2400 (does not include RFE responses, if applicable). Please note that the legal fee may be higher in certain complex cases. In any event, you’ll be provided a written quote before retaining our firm.

Addressing Potential Issues

In every possible instance, we do our best to anticipate any potential issues and address them in advance. For that reason, it’s imperative that you be completely honest and transparent regarding the details of your case during the initial consultation.

Immigration Consultations

SGM Law Group only offers free general consultations to certain individuals/businesses who are looking to retain a law firm for the following cases:

Elisheva G Mosko

Attorney fees are not fixed by law. They vary and fluctuate from lawyer to lawyer, depending on the complexity of each situation and amount of time needed.

Giacomo Jacques Behar

Unfortunately, we are not able to answer questions about attorney fees on this forum. You should contact immigration attorneys in your area to figure out what they charge

Douglas Aaron Cowgill

Attorney fees vary from attorney to attorney and based on the complexity of the case.

How much does an attorney charge for an I-485?

Most attorneys will charge a flat fee for preparing your form I-485. The fees for this process average at about $1225. The flat fee is definitely a perk if you have a complicated case that requires a lot of documentation (like affidavits). Some attorneys will also help prepare you for the interview.

Can I use an immigration attorney for an adjustment of status?

Immigration issues in the U.S can get quite sticky. You want to avoid running into unnecessary trouble, so it is a good idea to make use of an immigration attorney when applying for your Adjustment of Status. Most attorneys will charge a flat fee for preparing your form I-485.

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Nonimmigrant Work Visas

  • H-1B Visa Attorney Fee: $2400 (does not include RFE responses, if applicable). Please note that the legal fee may be higher in certain complex cases. In any event, you’ll be provided a written quote before retaining VisaNation Law Group. USCIS Fee: $460 to $2460. Premium Processing fee: $1440 (as of December 2, 2019) H-4 Visa Attorney Fee: $500 USC...
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Permanent Residence / Green Card – Employer Sponsored

  • Green Card by Employer-Sponsored Labor Certification with PERM Attorney Fee: $3350 (for PERM process), $2200 for I-140, $1500 for I-485/AP/EAD (*PERM Audit response fee = $1000, if applicable) USCIS Fee: $700. Premium Processing fee: $2500 (optional). EB-1C Green Card for Multinational Executives and Managers & L-1A Visa Holders Attorney Fee: $5000 (*does notincl…
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Permanent Residence / Green Card – Self Sponsored

  • Green Card by National Interest Waiver Attorney Fee: $5200 (Does not include RFE response or Adjustment of Status filing) USCIS Fee: $700 + $1225 Adjustment of Status Green Card by Extraordinary Ability (EB-1) Attorney Fee: $5200 (Does not include RFE response or Adjustment of Status filing) USCIS Fee: $700 + $1225 Adjustment of Status
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Other Visas/Green Card

  • B-1 Business Visa Attorney Fee: $1000 USCIS Fee: n/a Department of State Fee: $160 B-1 / B-2 Visa – Renewal / Extension or Change of Status Attorney Fee: $750 USCIS Fee:$370 + $85 for Biometrics. Fiance Visa K-1 Visa Petition – For the Fiance of a US Citizen: Attorney Fee: $2600 (1/2 due in two stages) USCIS Fee: $535 Family-Based Petition filed by a U.S. Citizen Attorney Fe…
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Addressing Potential Issues

  • In every possible instance, VisaNation Law Group does its best to anticipate any potential issues and address them in advance. For that reason, it’s imperative that you be completely honest and transparent regarding the details of your case during the initial consultation. Be advised that withholding information may affect not only the cost for your case but also the approach they ta…
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Immigration Consultations

  • VisaNation Law Group only offers free general consultations to certain individuals/businesses who are looking to retain a law firm for the following cases: 1. H1B Visas 2. Marriage-Based Visas/Green Cards 3. Family-Based Green Cards During your free case evaluation, VisaNation Law Group will provide you with a general overview of your immigration options. However, the firm ca…
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