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If you are planning to apply for U.S. citizenship or need to request a hearing regarding a naturalization decision, you should be aware of a massive fee increase proposed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...

Find out how long it takes to remove green card conditions in June 2026 and avoid common delays....
Find out what green card holders must do to qualify for naturalization....
U.S. citizenship currently costs $0 to $760 in 2026 depending on eligibility for reduced fees or fee waivers. DHS has also proposed future naturalization fee changes that are not yet in effect....
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