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Trump plan would increase citizenship application fee by $570
By Camilo Montoya-Galvez at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 22, 2026
· 3 min read
The Trump administration unveiled a plan Monday that would charge legal immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship $570 more in application fees while eliminating waivers and fee reductions for low-income applicants.The proposed regulation by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services would increase the ...
Key takeaway Citizenship and Immigration Services would increase the fees for citizenship requests from $760 to $1,330 for paper applications and from $710 to $1,280 for online filings.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The proposed increase in citizenship application fees will have a significant impact on Southlake 's immigrant community, where many residents are pursuing the American dream. With the fee hike, low-income applicants will be disproportionately affected, as they will no longer have access to fee waivers or reductions. This change may deter some from applying for citizenship, potentially leading to a decrease in naturalization rates in the area. Southlake's economy and community could feel the effects, as naturalized citizens are more likely to start businesses, buy homes, and participate in local civic life. The 60-day public comment period provides an opportunity for Southlake residents and community leaders to voice their concerns and advocate for more affordable access to citizenship. As the rulemaking process unfolds, it will be important to monitor how the proposed changes are received by the local immigrant community and what efforts are made to support those affected.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The Trump administration unveiled a plan Monday that would charge legal immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship $570 more in application fees while eliminating waivers and fee reductions for low-income applicants.The proposed regulation by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services would increase the ...
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