DHS Rolls Out HR-1 Fees for Immigration Violations
Published Date: 9/8/2025
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The Department of Homeland Security is starting to charge new fees for certain immigration rule violations, thanks to the HR-1 bill. These fees affect people who break immigration rules and will begin being collected soon. If you’re involved in immigration cases, get ready for these changes—they could impact your wallet and timing.
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DHS Starts New Immigration Fees
If you break certain immigration rules or are involved in immigration cases, the Department of Homeland Security will charge new enforcement-related fees established by the HR-1 reconciliation bill. DHS will begin assessing and collecting these fees in accordance with HR-1. These charges will increase costs for people subject to those immigration-related violations or proceedings.
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