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US citizenship new fee: Application cost likely to see 75% hike; here's how Indian would be affected

Hindustan Times

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June 26, 2026

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US citizenship new fee: Application cost likely to see 75% hike; here's how Indian would be affected

US citizenship application fees may rise from 760 to 1,330, a 75 increase. The proposal also removes reduced-fee options and waivers.

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The Tribune

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· Jun 25, 2026

Centre revises passport rules; children below 9 years, elders to get 10 per cent fee concession from July 1

Indians applying for passports will pay under a new revised fee structure, which will be applicable from July 1, 2026. The change kicks in after the Ministry of External Affairs today notified amendments to the existing passport rules. Also read: Passport was never proof of citizenship, says government; cites law, court rulings WHAT ARE THE NEW []

The Economic Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

US plans citizenship fee hike; Indians hit hard

US plans citizenship fee hike; Indians hit hard

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 22, 2026

USCIS boosts citizenship application fee to $1,300

The Department of Homeland Security released a new naturalization proposal on Monday, marking a dramatic escalation in new citizenship fees. If implemented, the new rule from DHS’s U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services would mean applicants would foot a 1,330 bill for paper filings and 1,280 for online applications. That would entail fee increases of 75 []

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

H‑1B visa: How much Indian workers earn in US? New report offers stunning details

Indian nationals in the US reportedly earn more than their American peers, but the H-1B visa program faces scrutiny.

Times of India

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· Jul 7, 2026

Have you ever faced harm or mistreatment in India? Why US visa officers ask this question to every candidate

Have you ever faced harm or mistreatment in India? Why US visa officers ask this question to every candidate

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Double Motorcycle Crash In Michigan Leads To Federal Charges For Previously Deported Driver

A Mexican citizen faces federal immigration charges after a hit-and-run traffic accident in Waterford, Michigan, left two motorcyclists critically injured. Jose Manuel Cazarez-Pulido, 33, appeared in federal court in Detroit yesterday on charges of illegally re-entering the United States after a previous removal. A federal judge ordered him temporarily detained pending a formal detention hearing. [] Double Motorcycle Crash In Michigan Leads To Federal Charges For Previously Deported Driver

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Related coverage for "US citizenship new fee: Application cost likely to see 75% hike; here's how Indian would be affected": The Tribune — Centre revises passport rules; children below 9 years, elders to get 10 per cent fee concession from July 1. The Economic Times — US plans citizenship fee hike; Indians hit hard . Washington Examiner — USCIS boosts citizenship application fee to $1,300. Hindustan Times — H‑1B visa: How much Indian workers earn in US? New report offers stunning details. Times of India — Have you ever faced harm or mistreatment in India? Why US visa officers ask this question to every candidate. Tampa Free Press — Double Motorcycle Crash In Michigan Leads To Federal Charges For Previously Deported Driver