Fee Adjustment for Some DHS Immigration Court Forms (Oct. 1)

TITLE: Fee Adjustment for Some DHS Immigration Court Forms (Oct. 1)

WHAT HAPPENED: The Department of Justice announced inflation adjustments to fees for certain DHS (Department of Homeland Security) forms filed with the immigration court, called EOIR. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.

WHO IT AFFECTS: People who file certain DHS forms with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR, the immigration court). The source does not list which DHS forms or the new fee amounts.

WHAT TO DO NOW:

- Check the Federal Register notice before paying any fee for a DHS form filed with EOIR.

- If your filing is on or after October 1, 2026, check whether the fee changed.

- If you are not sure which fee applies, ask an immigration attorney or accredited representative.

SOURCE: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/29/2026-19841/inflation-adjustment-for-eoir-obbba-fees-for-certain-dhs-forms-fiscal-year-2027

DISCLAIMER: General info from Justice Department, not legal advice — check with an immigration attorney. English is authoritative.