Immigration Costs in Washington

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

🛡️ Sanctuary State

$300/hr

Avg Hourly Rate

$2,500

Simple Case

$9,500

Complex Case

48,000

Pending Cases

About Immigration in Washington

Seattle immigration courts. Full sanctuary state. Driver's licenses available. Large immigrant population in tech, agriculture, and fishing. High attorney costs in Seattle.

Immigration courts:2

Driver's licenses:✓ Available

Total Immigration Costs in Washington(USCIS fees + Washington 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 Washington

How much does an immigration attorney cost in Washington?

Immigration attorneys in Washington 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 Washington?

Washington has 2 immigration courts with approximately 48,000 pending cases.

Is Washington a sanctuary state?

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

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

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