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Estimates, not guarantees

Dollar totals and processing-time ranges are estimates based on published schedules and the answers you enter. Real fees can change when Congress or the State Department updates the schedule. Your case may need extra forms, evidence, or in-person steps that change the total.

Photo prices shown on this site are typical retail estimates, not government fees. Expedited and overnight shipping options add cost and still depend on agency workload.

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AI assistants and checkers

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