US launches new immigration fees and asylum rules that may bar applicants from work

Miss a fee and your case could be rejected

The US is rolling out new immigration fees and tighter asylum-related rules that take effect soon. Asylum applicants will face both filing and annual charges, and non-payment can trigger case rejection and a denial of work permits. Temporary Protected Status holders will also see their work permits limited to one year, as the government aims to push costs onto applicants and streamline processing.