How Much Does a US Entry Waiver Cost?

A US Entry Waiver has a government filing fee of $1,100 USD for Form I-192, as set by federal regulation (8 CFR 106.2). Additionally, applicants are also required to pay for RCMP-certified fingerprinting and certified court documents (if applicable). Professional service fees for application preparation and support vary based on the complexity of your case: contact us for a personalized quote.

Here's exactly where that money goes:

The Government Filing Fee

  • $1,100 USD —the standard filing fee for Form I-192, set under federal regulation (8 CFR 106.2)

  • If Form I-212 is also required (for anyone previously deported or removed from the US), an additional government fee applies on top of the I-192 fee

  • These are disbursement fees paid directly to CBP/USCIS and are separate from any fee charged by Pave the Way Canada helping you apply

Work With Us

  • The government filing fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome, which is part of why a complete, well-prepared application matters.

  • The government fee is charged in USD, typically paid directly through the e-SAFE online system during the application process, while the service fee is paid in CAD.

  • No, if you require both forms (typically because of a prior deportation or removal), separate government fees apply to each.

  • Yes. Waivers are valid for a limited period (1–5 years) and must be renewed before expiry, which means the government filing fee applies again at renewal time.

Supporting Document Costs

Professional Service Fees

If you choose to work with Pave the Way Canada to prepare and support your application, this is a separate cost from the government filing fee. Pricing depends on factors like the complexity of your record, how many convictions are involved, and whether additional forms (like I-212) are required.

We prefer to walk through your specific situation before quoting a fee, since a one-size-fits-all number rarely reflects what an application actually needs.

FAQs

Before you can even submit your application, you'll need to gather:

  • RCMP-certified fingerprinting and criminal record check — required to confirm your record

  •  Certified court documents — original charges, disposition, and sentence for each conviction, obtained from the relevant courthouse(s)

  •  Local police record checks, if applicable to your situation

  •  Translation costs, if any of your supporting documents are in French and need to be submitted in English

These costs vary based on how many convictions you have, how many jurisdictions are involved, and the court in which the conviction took place.

One Fixed Fee — No Surprises Later

Government fees are fixed and published, but the professional fee is where many applicants get caught off guard. Some providers advertise a low starting price on their website, then add on charges for things like document retrieval, revisions, or "complex case" fees once you're already committed. We do it differently: the price we quote you in your contract is the price you pay — fixed, in writing, before you sign. No hidden add-ons, no surprise invoices partway through your application.

Contact us for a free consultation. We'll walk through your specific record and give you a clear, guaranteed quote before you commit to anything.