Fee Adjustment for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Form I–246, Application for a Stay of Deportation or Removal
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- Title
- Fee Adjustment for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Form I–246, Application for a Stay of Deportation or Removal
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
- Comment period
- May 7, 2026 – Jul 7, 2026
- FR Doc
- 2026-09007
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| Organization | Fee adjustment for inflation | Fee amount and deterrent effect | Fee amount for removal orders | Fee increase impact on accessibility | Form i-246 fee increase |
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- Jun 11, 2026Comment Submitted by Marsha RooneyOpposeIndividual
The commenter urges the DHS to withdraw the proposed rule and maintain the current $155 fee. They argue that the fee increase places an undue financial burden on low-income individuals and that ICE should instead use its taxpayer-funded budget to improve processing efficiency.
Read comment → - Jun 10, 2026Comment Submitted by Colleen CareyOpposeIndividual
Dr. Colleen R. Carey opposes the proposed fee increase for Form I–246, arguing that the jump from $155 to $755 is excessive and unreasonable. She expresses concern that the high cost will prevent low-income families from accessing legal options to stay in the country.
Read comment → - Jun 8, 2026Comment Submitted by Robert TealOpposeIndividual
Robert Teal opposes the proposed fee increase for Form I-246, arguing that the jump from $155 to $755 is unjust and disproportionate to inflation or staffing needs. He contends that the higher fee creates a barrier to legal processes and requests that the DHS maintain the current fee.
Read comment → - Jun 3, 2026Comment Submitted by Forrest BucknerOpposeIndividualRead comment →
- Jun 3, 2026Comment Submitted by Jeci AdamsOpposeIndividual
An individual is opposing the proposed fee increase for the Application for a Stay of Deportation or Removal. They argue that the $600 increase is punitive, disproportionate to inflation, and creates a significant financial barrier for those facing removal.
Read comment → - Jun 3, 2026Comment Submitted by Emily York HughesOpposeIndividual
An individual is opposing the proposed fee increase for Form I-246, arguing that the $600 jump is a severe financial burden for applicants. They also contend that the nearly 400% increase is disproportionate to inflation and lacks a demonstrated need for improved processing efficiency.
Read comment → - May 8, 2026Comment Submitted by AnonymousOpposeIndividual
The commenter opposes the proposed fee increase for Form I–246, arguing that it is unnecessary, unjustified, and disproportionately harms vulnerable individuals. They contend that the fee hike far exceeds inflation and should not be finalized.
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