The summer travel season is upon us. If you are a foreign national planning to obtain a temporary visa to the U.S., keep in mind that the U.S. Department of State visa application fees are increasing as of June 17th, 2023!

The application fee for the visitor's visa for business or pleasure (B-1/B-2) and other non-petition based nonimmigrant visas, such as student visas (F, M, and J visas) will increase from $160 to $185. The fee for other petition-based visa classifications including the H, L, O, P, and R visas will increase from $190 to $205. The E visa application fee will increase from $205 to $315. If you have paid the nonimmigrant visa fee before June 17th, 2023, that fee will remain valid through the expiration date of the fee receipt.

Keep in mind that there may be additional nonimmigrant visa reciprocity fees required, depending on the country from which you're applying, the visa classification sought, and the corresponding reciprocity agreements in place.

Would you like more tips on applying for a nonimmigrant visa? Check out our posts on five tips for stress-less visa processing, and on the difference between the visa and the I-94, for when you enter the U.S.!

If you need help navigating the immigration process with confidence, please contact us today to get the process underway! We are immigration lawyers in Richmond, VA but we serve clients throughout the U.S. and around the world. You can call us at 804-396-3412 or send us an email at info@sumnerimmigration.com. We look forward to hearing from you!