Immigration Law in New York

New York ( NY)
Average: $8,500
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$2,500
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$8,500
Typical Immigration Law Case
High Estimate
$18,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $275/hr $398/hr $700/hr
Total Cost Estimate $2,500 $8,500 $18,000

What to Know About Immigration Law Costs in New York

Immigration lawyer costs in NYC and New York State range from $2,500 for basic petitions to $18,000 for complex cases.

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

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