| The U.S. has announced major visa fee changes under the newly signed Bill (July 4, 2025), introducing additional charges for Indian non-immigrant visa applicants starting January 1, 2026. This update impacts students, tourists, and job seekers Indian applicants are advised to apply before Dec 31, 2025 to avoid higher visa costs. |
| Key Changes For Indian Applicants |
 From Jan 1, 2026, a new $250 “Visa Integrity Fee” will apply to most U.S. non-immigrant visas (B1/B2, F1/M1, H-1B, L-1, J1)Additional charges like $24 I-94 fee and ESTA/EVUS updates may also applyTotal visa cost expected to increase from approx. ₹16,000 to ₹40,000+ |
| Effective Date: |
| The increased fees will apply to all applications submitted on or after January 1, 2026. Those applying before December 31, 2025 will only pay the current base fee of $185. |
| What Aspirants Should Do: |
| Apply early to avoid the new charges Ensure strict compliance with visa terms to reclaim the refundable fee Budget accordingly for future applications |
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