The tables below show direct USCIS fees for O-1B and Department of State/NVC consular fees, if applicable. Attorney and legal service fees payable to Clinch Law Firm or another attorney are not included. Amounts checked against USCIS G-1055 schedule dated 09/09/26. 1
Not all lines are paid together in the same file. Whether the application proceeds from within the United States or through a consulate, employer size, nonprofit status, number of family members, and additional services selected will change the total applied.
USCIS Fees
| USCIS form or fee | Keeps up to date | When is it applied? |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129 — O | $1,055 | O-1B petition base fee. |
| Form I-129 — small employer/nonprofit | $530 | For a small employer or nonprofit that meets the USCIS definition. |
| I-129 Asylum Program Fee | $600 regular employer / $300 small employer / $0 nonprofit | As separate payment via I-129; depending on the nature of the employer. |
| Form I-907 Premium Processing | $2,965 | If optional expedited review is requested. |
| Form I-539 | $470 | For eligible status applications for O-3 family members. |
Consular and NVC Fees
| Consular/NVC office | Keeps up to date | When is it applied? |
|---|---|---|
| DS-160 / MRV visa application | $205 / person | For each applicant who will receive a visa sticker from the consulate. |
| Visa issuance/reciprocity fee | $0 for Turkish citizens | For other nationalities, the Department of State reciprocity schedule is also checked. |
Which Fees Apply to Your Case?
The service fee that an organization may charge for a union or professional group opinion on an O-1B application is not a USCIS or consular fee and is not included in this table.
Final Check Before Payment
Government fees may vary and an incorrect amount may result in the application being rejected. Re-check the USCIS G-1055 schedule and Department of State fee page immediately before paying. This page was updated on September 20, 2026.
Related guides
Sources
The reference numbers in the text link to the official sources below.
- 1USCIS Form G-1055: Fee Schedule (09/09/26)
Current official schedule of I-129, I-130, I-140, I-485, I-539, I-589, I-730, I-765, I-907, USCIS Immigrant Fee and surcharges.
- 2U.S. Department of State: Fees for Visa Services
Immigrant and temporary visa application fees, NVC Affidavit of Support review fee and blanket L consular fees.
- 3U.S. Department of State: Türkiye Reciprocity Schedule
E-2, H-1B, L-1 and O-1 visa issuance/reciprocity fee for Turkish citizens is shown as "None" in the current chart.
This page is general fee information. It does not include attorney fees. The exact amount is determined according to the official tariff in effect on the day the form is sent and the characteristics of the case.