Free green card tools

Updated November 3, 2026

Quick answer: use the green card fee calculator to add up the USCIS filing fees for your case, and the I-485 document checklist to gather your evidence. Both are free, work on your phone and are based on USCIS.gov.

Green card fee calculator

Pick your situation (for example marriage or family green card from inside the U.S.) and filing method. It adds up the USCIS filing fees listed on each form's official page, and lets you add a work permit (I-765) or travel document (I-131). It does not include medical exam, translation or attorney costs. Open the fee calculator.

I-485 document checklist

A printable, tickable list based on USCIS's Checklist of Required Initial Evidence for Form I-485 for immediate relatives and family-based applicants. Your ticks are saved on your device only. Open the checklist.

Not legal advice. GreenCardBlog.com is an independent information site, not a law firm and not affiliated with USCIS. Always confirm fees and forms on USCIS.gov.

Sources

• USCIS.gov

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