USCIS to Implement New Immigration Parole Fee of $1,000
Introduction
On Oct. 15, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it will publish a notice in the Federal Register that will explain changes to the immigration parole fee, as required pursuant to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law in Summer 2025. Namely, the new immigration parole fee will be $1,000, unless the applicant can establish an exception to the payment of the fee, as detailed in the published notice. Additionally, if you have filed or have a currently pending parole application, and USCIS determines that it can grant your request for parole or re-parole, then, beginning Oct. 16, 2025, USCIS will notify the applicant that they must pay the $1,000 fee before the request will be approved.
Please note that you may not be eligible to apply for parole, as the criteria for eligibility are very case-specific. If you are eligible for parole based on your immigration status, or are in the process of applying for parole, please consult with your personal immigration attorney regarding the details and implementation of this DHS announcement, or seek a consultation from a qualified immigration attorney.
- Read the DHS Federal Register Notice
- Learn more about USCIS Form I-131, Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records
The Office of International Services will continue to monitor this issue closely and communicate updates as they become available. UIC international employees can connect with an OIS advisor at oisscholar@uic.edu. This email address is monitored during regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If someone is experiencing a travel-related immigration emergency outside of these hours, they may use the OIS After-Hours Emergency Contact.
Please note that the information shared in this message is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.