Immigration Costs in Texas
Attorney rates, USCIS fees, and local data — updated 2024
$250/hr
Avg Hourly Rate
$2,000
Simple Case
$8,000
Complex Case
620,000
Pending Cases
About Immigration in Texas
Texas has the largest immigration court docket nationally — over 620,000 pending cases across 8+ courts in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso, and Harlingen. Texas has enacted strict anti-sanctuary laws (SB 4). No driver's licenses for undocumented. Border location drives extreme case volume. Wait times for hearings can exceed 5 years. Despite high demand, attorney costs remain moderate compared to coasts.
Immigration courts:8
Driver's licenses:✗ Not available
Total Immigration Costs in Texas(USCIS fees + Texas attorney rates)
Marriage-Based Green Card (Spouse in US)
15–24 months (immediate relative)
$3,770 – $7,615
Marriage-Based Immigrant Visa (Spouse Abroad)
12–36 months
$3,162 – $6,708
K-1 Fiancé Visa
15–24 months total (visa + adjustment)
$4,330 – $8,602
Employment-Based Green Card (EB-1/EB-2/EB-3)
2–10+ years (country-specific backlog, especially India/China)
$8,231 – $19,867
Naturalization (Become a US Citizen)
8–24 months
$760 – $2,942
Asylum Application
2–7+ years (severe backlog)
$2,273 – $9,545
H-1B Work Visa
Lottery in April; starts Oct 1. Premium: 15 business days.
$4,583 – $10,542
Green Card Renewal (I-90)
12–24 months (USCIS processing)
$558 – $1,022
Immigration FAQs for Texas
How much does an immigration attorney cost in Texas?
Immigration attorneys in Texas typically charge $200–$330 per hour. For flat-fee representation, expect $2,000 for simple cases and $8,000 for complex cases.
How many immigration courts are in Texas?
Texas has 8 immigration courts with approximately 620,000 pending cases.
Is Texas a sanctuary state?
Texas does not have sanctuary policies and generally cooperates with federal immigration enforcement.
Can undocumented immigrants get a driver's license in Texas?
No, Texas does not currently issue driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
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