US citizenship may cost up to 80% more: Who can apply, what changes and how Indians may be impacted

The Department of Homeland Security is considering a drastic 80% increase in fees for US naturalization applications, which could make citizenship unaffordable for many.

If implemented, the proposal would also remove fee waivers and discounts for low-income applicants, likely affecting a significant number of Indian citizens among new Americans, whose growth has recently slowed.

The public is invited to comment on these proposals within 60 days. ...