Immigration Law in California

California ( CA)
Average: $7,500
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$2,000
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$7,500
Typical Immigration Law Case
High Estimate
$15,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $275/hr $420/hr $700/hr
Total Cost Estimate $2,000 $7,500 $15,000

What to Know About Immigration Law Costs in California

Immigration attorney fees in California range from $2,000 for simple visa renewals to $15,000+ for complex deportation defense cases. Green card applications typically cost $3,000-$7,500 in attorney fees.

Sources: USCIS Fee Schedule (Apr 2024): I-130: $675, I-485: $1,440, N-400: $710

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