Immigration Lawyer Costs in 2026: Fees by Case Type

Immigration Lawyer Costs in 2026

Immigration attorney fees range from $500 for simple petitions to $10,000+ for complex deportation defense. Most charge flat fees by case type.

Common Immigration Case Fees

• Family-based green card: $1,500 – $5,000 (attorney fees) + $1,000-$2,000 (USCIS fees)
• Employment-based green card: $3,000 – $8,000 + filing fees
• Naturalization/citizenship: $1,000 – $2,500 + $725 USCIS fee
• H-1B visa: $1,500 – $4,000 + $1,710-$6,000 USCIS fees
• K-1 fiancé visa: $1,500 – $3,000 + $535 filing fee
• DACA renewal: $500 – $1,500 + $495 filing fee
• Deportation/removal defense: $5,000 – $15,000+
• Asylum application: $3,000 – $8,000 (no filing fee)

Flat Fee vs. Hourly

Most immigration lawyers charge flat fees for standard cases. Complex cases (deportation defense, appeals) may be billed hourly at $200-$400/hour. Always get a written fee agreement before proceeding.

Free & Low-Cost Options

Legal aid organizations, law school clinics, and nonprofit immigration services often provide free or reduced-cost representation for qualifying individuals. Check AILA.org for accredited representatives.