US citizenship may cost up to 80% more: Who can apply, what changes and how Indians may be impacted | TheBriefWire
US citizenship may cost up to 80% more: Who can apply, what changes and how Indians may be impacted
Published 24 June 2026 ยท india
The Department of Homeland Security is considering a drastic 80% increase in fees for US naturalization applications, which could make citizenship unaffordable for many. If
The Department of Homeland Security is considering a drastic 80% increase in fees for US naturalization applications, which could make citizenship unaffordable for many. If implemented, the proposal would also remove fee waivers and discounts for low-income applicants, likely affecting a significant number of Indian citizens among new Americans, whose growth has recently slowed. The public is invited to comment on these proposals within 60 days.
Published: June 24, 2026 โข 12:55 PM IST ยท Updated: June 24, 2026 โข 1:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
The Department of Homeland Security is considering a drastic 80% increase in fees for US naturalization applications, which could make citizenship unaffordable for many.
If implemented, the proposal would also remove fee waivers and discounts for low-income applicants, likely affecting a significant number of Indian citizens among new Americans, whose growth has recently slowed.
The public is invited to comment on these proposals within 60 days.