Why you qualify
Choose your fee waiver basis and immigration status.
U.S. CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES
Ask USCIS to waive the filing fee when you cannot afford it.
Form I-912 lets you request a fee waiver for eligible USCIS applications and petitions. You can qualify if you receive a means-tested public benefit, if your household income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines, or if paying the fee would cause financial hardship.
Average time
25-40 minutes
Difficulty
moderate
Best for
Immigration applicants who cannot afford USCIS filing fees
Give USCIS a complete, accurate fee waiver request tied to the forms you are filing.
You must submit supporting documents for each basis you claim. Missing proof can lead to denial.
Choose your fee waiver basis and immigration status.
Your name, IDs, and household information.
List the forms you need waived and any means-tested benefits.
Complete the financial section that matches your basis.
Contact information, signature, and any interpreter or preparer details.
Docgle asks calm, plain-English questions and keeps the official source attached for review.
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