Starting on April 1, 2024, the application fees for several USCIS forms will increase. The forms that are relevant to F-1 and J-1 students are the I-765 (OPT and STEM OPT extension) and the I-539 (change of status and reinstatement).
In addition, starting April 1 USCIS will begin charging a higher fee for application forms submitted on paper (by mail). Students who can submit their applications online to USCIS using their myUSCIS account will pay a lower fee. See the chart below for the current and new fees.
OPT and STEM OPT Extension
Type of Application Form | Fee Until March 31 | Fee Starting April 1 |
|---|---|---|
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization (online application) | $410 | $470 |
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization (paper application) | $410 | $520 |
Change of Status and Reinstatement
Type of Application Form | Fee Until March 31 | Fee Starting April 1 |
|---|---|---|
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status (online application) | $370 | $420 |
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status (paper application) | $370 | $470 |
