Starting in 2026, the U.S . Department of Homeland Security will implement a $250 Visa Integrity Fee for non-immigrant visa applicants, subject to annual CPI-based increases. This fee impacts international students, tech professionals, and employers, with potential refunds for those complying with visa terms and departing or extending status on time. Global Immigration Partners explains the new Visa Integrity Fee under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how it may impact your visa costs and compliance. Beginning January 1, 2026, a new $250 “ Visa Integrity Fee ” will be imposed on all non-immigrant visa applicants, as mandated by the recently signed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”, a sweeping immigration and national security legislation signed into law by President Donald J. Trump on July 4, 2025. The Trump administration plans to introduce a new $250 visa integrity fee . This fee applies to most nonimmigrant visas, including tourist, student, and work visas.
