The government filing fees for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, the form which is required to apply for a green card, are:
- $750 for each applicant under 14 years of age and filing with the I-485 application of at least one parent
- $1,140 for each applicant under 14 years of age and not filing with the I-485 application of at least one parent
- $1,140 for each applicant over the age of 14
Applicants between the ages of 14 and 78 will also have to pay an $85 biometric fee, bringing the total government filing fee to $1,225 per applicant.
This does not include the cost (if necessary) of obtaining any required supporting documentation nor does it include legal fees, which vary by green card category.
As always, please do not hesitate to contact Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm by phone at 704-442-8000 or via email with any additional questions and to receive more information.