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USCIS Changes Fee Payment Process for Filing In-Person

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USCIS is implementing a new fee payment process allowing most applicants, petitioners, and their representatives to pay for certain benefit request forms by mail or remotely instead of in person at field offices. This change reduces the need for office visits and provides more flexible payment options. The updated process applies to most immigration benefit forms.
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We are starting a new process for most applicants, petitioners, and requestors, and their attorneys and accredited representatives to pay for certain benefit request forms by mail or remotely instead of in person at a field office.

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