Immigration Costs in Connecticut

Attorney rates, USCIS fees, and local data — updated 2024

🛡️ Sanctuary State

$300/hr

Avg Hourly Rate

$2,500

Simple Case

$9,500

Complex Case

14,000

Pending Cases

About Immigration in Connecticut

Hartford immigration court. Full sanctuary state with strong immigrant protections. Driver's licenses available. Higher attorney costs reflecting Northeast market.

Immigration courts:1

Driver's licenses:✓ Available

Total Immigration Costs in Connecticut(USCIS fees + Connecticut attorney rates)

Marriage-Based Green Card (Spouse in US)

15–24 months (immediate relative)

$4,100 – $8,715

Marriage-Based Immigrant Visa (Spouse Abroad)

12–36 months

$3,548 – $7,802

K-1 Fiancé Visa

15–24 months total (visa + adjustment)

$4,870 – $9,998

Employment-Based Green Card (EB-1/EB-2/EB-3)

2–10+ years (country-specific backlog, especially India/China)

$9,449 – $23,413

Naturalization (Become a US Citizen)

8–24 months

$760 – $3,378

Asylum Application

2–7+ years (severe backlog)

$2,727 – $11,455

H-1B Work Visa

Lottery in April; starts Oct 1. Premium: 15 business days.

$5,317 – $12,468

Green Card Renewal (I-90)

12–24 months (USCIS processing)

$562 – $1,118

Immigration FAQs for Connecticut

How much does an immigration attorney cost in Connecticut?

Immigration attorneys in Connecticut typically charge $250–$380 per hour. For flat-fee representation, expect $2,500 for simple cases and $9,500 for complex cases.

How many immigration courts are in Connecticut?

Connecticut has 1 immigration court with approximately 14,000 pending cases.

Is Connecticut a sanctuary state?

Yes, Connecticut is a full sanctuary state with policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Can undocumented immigrants get a driver's license in Connecticut?

Yes, Connecticut allows undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver's license or driving privilege card.